ANNUAL CONVENTION, VISTOR SERVICES SUMMIT AND CDME COURSES Join global leaders at the industry’s premier event focused on destination stewardship, workforce development and resilience. Start the week with the Visitor Services Summit, highlighting innovative strategies to reimagine visitor centers for greater community impact. CONVENTION SALES & SERVICES SUMMIT AND CDME COURSES* A collaborative gathering for professionals across sales, services and marketing to explore trends, strategy and peer learning. Designed for all career stages, it offers tools to elevate impact and drive meeting success. CEO SUMMIT Connect with industry executives for candid conversations on leadership challenges and emerging opportunities. Gain fresh perspectives and strategies to lead your organization with confidence and vision. GLOBAL LEADERS FORUM (INVITATION ONLY) A gathering for international destination leaders to explore shared opportunities and challenges across global markets. Strengthen partnerships and exchange ideas to drive innovation in destination management worldwide. ADVOCACY SUMMIT AND CDME COURSES* Explore how destination organizations influence policy, support tourism and drive community well-being. Learn effective advocacy strategies to demonstrate your organization’s impact and secure stakeholder support. THRIVE SUMMIT AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS SUMMIT Held concurrently, these summits offer tailored tracks for destination professionals. Explore community-centered tourism strategies or dive into finance, HR and operations to support organizational growth and resilience.
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We are the definitive resource for professional development within the destination marketing and management industry. We offer ongoing educational opportunities both in person and online and are committed to providing professional development and lifelong learning for our members. Here are five key reasons destination organization members find our events valuable for their professional growth. Grow Your Skills: Learn from experts and hands-on sessions you can apply right away. 1 Share & Discover Ideas: Hear new perspectives and share what’s working in your destination. 2 Find Your People: Connect with peers who share your role, region, challenges and goals. 3 Meaningful Networking: Build new connections and strengthen the ones that matter. 4 Get Out & Inspired: Explore a new place and return with fresh energy and inspiration. 5 MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS SUMMIT The go-to event for destination marketing, communications and PR professionals focused on creativity, strategy and community impact. Collaborate with peers to share insights, tackle challenges and shape the future of destination storytelling. FEB CERTIFIED DESTINATION MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE (CDME) CREDENTIAL* CDME courses are offered in conjunction with many of our events, providing a valuable opportunity to start or continue your path toward the industry’s highest professional designation. Designed for senior leaders, CDME equips you with the strategic skills and knowledge to lead effectively in a rapidly evolving environment.
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