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Those are among the major findings of STR’s 2017 Meeting Assessment Program, also known as DestinationMAP. DestinationMAP is a comprehensive study of meeting planners and the meetings market in North America. The report surveys meeting planners’ preferences and their perceptions of 40 North American markets.

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AUGUST 1, 2016

Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) will honor four industry leaders on Aug. The DMAI Hall of Fame award was created in 2014 to honor individuals who have changed the future of destination marketing for the better, made significant contributions to the advancement of the industry and shaped travel marketing.

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AUGUST 18, 2017

He previously worked at The Ritz-Carlton’s properties in the Caribbean and Mexico region, Naples, Georgia and Orlando. She previously served as interim general manager and director of sales and marketing at the Cape Neddick, Maine, property in 2015 when the project began. Siegel has been with the brand for almost 18 years.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Gabriela Ong Gabriela Ong was promoted to vice president of sales for Meet Puerto Rico, where she has been brand sales manager, northeast for three years. Based in the New York area, Ong will drive sales and grow brand awareness through meetings, incentives and marketing events.

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OCTOBER 19, 2017

Sharee Hines Kimpton’s Surfcomber Hotel in South Beach, Miami, appointed Sharee Hines as director of sales and marketing. Sharee will be responsible for all sales and marketing activities. Thomas will be charged with managing all hotel sales, marketing and growth strategies. Four Seasons Resort Nevis.

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AUGUST 16, 2016

Cindy Hart joined Hotel Boulderado in Boulder, Colorado , as director of sales and marketing. Fernando most recently served as the director of sales and marketing for Catalonia Hotels & Resorts in Barcelona, Spain. Fernando has a strong history of driving sales and marketing strategies while managing and motivating his team.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Photo Credit: Rosewood Hotels & Resorts Kathleen Robb Kostka Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel in Boston appointed Kathleen Robb Kostka director of sales and marketing. She’ll oversee sales planning for group, catering and banquets and help the revenue team meet sales goals.

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MARCH 28, 2017

“Hotels have become increasingly focused on developing more meeting and event business, and as such, have become more sophisticated in competing for the most lucrative opportunities for their respective venues,” said Kevin Fliess, vice president of marketing for Cvent’s Hospitality Cloud. meeting hotel was Omni Nashville Hotel.

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JULY 12, 2017

Visit Santa Cruz County (VSCC) in California has hired Laura Manriquez as the new director of sales and marketing. She brings more than eight years of experience in the tourism and hospitality industry and will focus on management of sales and marketing programs for group travel. He attended Florida Southern College in Orlando.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

Disney Springs at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, is the perfect backdrop for larger than life Lego dinos, princesses and Planet Hollywood memorabilia. Add a little history to your excursion at Faneuil Hall Marketplace (Quincy Market) in Boston, Massachusetts. Plot an Old-School Team Building.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

I love trying out new and innovative ways to market our destination to potential meeting planners. I also love working with our hotels in The Woodlands on a daily basis to gain more knowledge of their expectations for meetings and conventions. Company or organization: MarketingDirecto.com in Orlando. Diana Plazas.

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MAY 31, 2017

Universal Orlando Resort. of meeting space. Count on Disney to take meeting magic to new heights. We’re talking six themed convention resorts at this Orlando destination totaling more than 700,000 sq. of meeting, ballroom and function space, and more than 5,000 guest rooms. of meeting space on glorious grounds.

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AUGUST 17, 2018

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter first opened at Universal Orlando Resort in 2010 and has been expanding since. Universal's Aventura Hotel Loews Royal Pacific Resort The Loews Meeting Complex Bridge Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Hard Rock Hotel. By 2020, there will be 295,000 sq. Bring a pen wherever you go.

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DECEMBER 19, 2018

Looking for an event or experiential marketing agency? According to the Event Marketing 2019 Report , events are the single-most effective marketing channel. While numerous brands have adapted their own in-house event marketing teams and others haven't—sometimes a specialized agency is needed. ACTIVENT MARKETING.

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MARCH 21, 2017

Orlando, Florida. As the home of Disney World, SeaWorld and Universal Studios, Orlando is a super fun destination. Even though it’s a state-wide delicacy, the dish can be found everywhere in Orlando. It’s a fun but most likely false anecdote. Also, tropical weather can be enjoyed year-round—just watch out for gators!

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

“Top golf games are easy to play, and more than one-third of our visitors are nongolfers, so people aren’t afraid to open themselves up to trying something new,” says Susan Walmesley, vice president of sales and marketing. The environment is very positive and encouraging. Topgolf is all about having fun.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

“Top golf games are easy to play, and more than one-third of our visitors are nongolfers, so people aren’t afraid to open themselves up to trying something new,” says Susan Walmesley, vice president of sales and marketing. The environment is very positive and encouraging. Topgolf is all about having fun.

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