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MACVB Annual Meeting

October 2, 2018 1:30 PM - October 3, 2018 4:00 PM (CDT)

Description

Hosted by Discover St. Louis Park!, the 2018 Annual Conference is geared to provide opportunities for tourism, convention and destination marketing professionals to gather for learning, networking and leadership. Whether your organization is large or small; you're a seasoned exec or a novice; metro-based or outstate....you'll discover why this event is "gotta be there!".

Agenda:

Tuesday, October 2

1:30 p.m.    Welcome & Opening Remarks
1:45 p.m.    Think GREAT!  Erik Therwanger

Erik Therwanger is one of the nation's leading thinkers on issues of personal growth, professional development and organizational excellence.  Erik focuses on the skills he honed in the U.S. Marine Corps, the financial services industry, and the entertainment industry to impact growth-oriented organizations and their teams.

3:00 p.m.    Break
3:15 p.m.    30 Ideas in 30 Minutes

A "speed" sharing of the best ideas from your colleagues around Minnesota. The best practices and successes (large and small) are happening all around you.  All members are invited to submit your shining star! Bring your notebook as you'll want to write down these best tips and tricks in the industry.  

4:00 p.m.      Adjourn for dinner/networking hosted by Discover St. Louis Park


Wednesday, October 3

(Breakfast on your own.)

9:00 a.m.     CEO/Executive Roundtable

Open sharing about your challenges and successes as the executive leader in your organization.  

10:15 a.m.     General Session:  When Your Community Gets Negative Press

Duluth Mayor Emily Larson and Visit Duluth President Anna Tanski share their recent experience when President Trump was in Duluth.  Chris Duffy, Goff Public provides best practices and tips for handling “bad press”.

11:15 a.m.     MACVB Public Policy and Advocacy

Our lobbying team of Todd Hill and Tony Kwilas represents our industry at the State capitol.  Learn about the strategy we'll take for the 2019 session and how you can get involved to advance the tourism industry in Minnesota.

12:00 p.m.     MACVB Annual Member Meeting/Lunch

Members will elect 2019 Directors and Officers and other MACVB business.  An update of the work in progress to advance MACVB's goals and strategies.

1:15 p.m.     General Session:  Leveraging EMT’s Social Media in Your Community

Top creative and management executives from Adventure Creative, Explore Minnesota’s new agency, will be discussing their new strategic direction. EMT social media expert, Caitlin Rick will guide you through how to leverage their campaign for your CVB. 

2:15 p.m.    General Session:  Trip Advisor Pilot Program for Minnesota’s CVB/DMO’s

Casey Benn will introduce a new program offered by Trip Advisor to enhance your marketing program.

3:00 p.m.     Break
3:15 p.m.     Get Your Questions Answered (by your colleagues!)

To close out the conference, your seasoned CVB/DMO executives will answer questions in an open, round robin format.  Ask any (pertinent) question or raise an issue you’re facing -- someone is bound to have an answer or tip to help you out. 

4:00 p.m.     Closing Remarks




Location

Courtyard Minneapolis West

Guest Room Rates and Reservations:

Single room $159.00/night (October 2)

Reservations are to be made by Sunday, September 9, directly with Courtyard Minneapolis West either by calling 844.280.7855  or online:

Book your group rate for MACVB 2018 Annual Meeting 

Reservations must be received on or before September 9 under this room block.




Pricing

MACVB Member rate:  $95.00 

MACVB Non-Member rate:  $150.00

For sponsorship opportunities, email Dee@MinnesotaCVBs.com

Contact Information

Minnesota Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus
Name: Dee Schutte
Email: Dee@minnesotacvbs.com
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