| Number of hosted buyers – 3,221 from 83 countries Hosted buyer buying power % – Over $10 million: 20%, Over $1 million: 63% Hosted buyers by country (top 10%) – Germany 16% – US 13% – Brazil 5% – Italy 4% – Mexico 3% – France 3% – Spain 3% – Netherlands 3% – India 2.5% Hosted buyers by nature of business % – Independent planner 4% – Association 10% – Government/University 1% Click to view all stats: Show Stats |
Recognition highlights business appeal and commitment to corporate event success
[Savannah, GA] – May 20, 2024 – Savannah was announced as a Top 50 Meeting Destination in North America by Cvent, the industry leader in meetings, events, and hospitality technology. “This prestigious accolade is a testament to Savannah’s commitment to partnering with hoteliers and event planners alike to orchestrate exceptional events,” said Bharat Malhotra, Cvent Senior Vice President, Hospitality Cloud. The globally recognized Cvent Top Meeting Destinations lists evaluate and rank cities that are successfully engaging event planners and attracting group business to their locales. Rankings are determined based on sourcing activity through the Cvent Supplier Network, one of the world’s largest venue-sourcing platforms.
Chairman of
the Board of Directors for Visit Savannah and Hyatt Regency General Manager
Todd Costin stated, “It is an honor to be recognized by Cvent for our city’s
dedication to providing a unique and memorable destination for successful
conventions, meetings and special events.” While Jeff Hewitt, Chief Sales
Officer for Visit Savannah added, “We are thrilled to be acknowledged for our
commitment to excellence in showcasing our unique brand of Southern hospitality
blended with a welcoming environment for all.”
Cvent evaluated 12,500+ cities worldwide listed on the Cvent Supplier Network. Activity was tracked between January and December of 2023. Rankings were determined by a set of qualifying criteria, including: the number of total room nights booked through the Cvent Supplier Network; the number of unique electronic request-for-proposals (RFPs) sent to venues within the city; the total value of the RFPs submitted; and the actual awarded value for meetings booked.
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Media Contact:
Supriya Christopher, Director for Public Relations
schristopher@visitsavannah.com
912.644.6409
For information on Cvent, please visit www.cvent.com
About Visit Savannah
Visit Savannah serves as the official destination marketing organization for the Savannah / Chatham County area, and is committed to driving increased visitor spending, economic vitality, and quality of life for the region, while continually building upon Savannah’s image as a world-class destination. For more information, visit www.visitsavannah.com.
Global exhibitors expanding show presence
An expansive roster of suppliers representing destinations, venues, hotels and technology are ready to do business at the show – most regions are larger than last year with marked increases from North America, the Caribbean, Asia and Africa.
News and research launches: The show’s global reach
makes it the perfect platform for major meetings and events industry
news announcements. Expect new research and updates from exhibitors
including Canada, Cvent, EIC, Gothenberg, ICCA, Los Cabos, Net Zero
Carbon Events, PCMA and Thailand.
Newcomers’ welcome package
First-timers to IMEX can make the most of a ‘welcome package’ of activities before and during the show – an introductory meet-up on the show’s opening day will help newbies to make new friends and get their bearings. Expect support, advice and ideas covering everything from how to plan meetings at the show, how to dig into education or decide what to wear, where to eat and who to meet!
Adapting to change is a top priority for association planners today – whether it’s shifting member needs and demographics, or balancing budgets, policies and partnerships. It’s a topic that runs throughout Association Focus, sponsored by Amsterdam Convention Bureau – a dedicated day of education for association professionals at IMEX Frankfurt.
Please email PR Manager emma.blake@imexevents.com for further information.
The 2024 LAI Inspire & ALHI Showcase at the Watergate Hotel, WDC last Friday wowed meeting professionals with a unique event experience. Leading Authorities, Inc. sponsored distinguished speakers who inspired a packed ballroom of meeting professionals. Guests mingled during lunch and a reception with live music. Whimsical lip readers, liqueur tastings and more, delivered an amusing backdrop.
February 7 2024
New sustainability report shares behind the scenes success and learnings ahead of IMEX Frankfurt 2024
Ahead of this year’s IMEX Frankfurt, taking place 14 – 16 May, the team has published a Sustainable Event Report revealing the successes, experiments and learnings from last year’s show.
The report lifts the lid on sustainability planning in the run-up to and execution of IMEX Frankfurt 2023, sharing notable achievements in waste diversion and energy use, as well as highlighting opportunities for improvement.
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| For further information, please contact: Emma Blake: emma.blake@imexevents.com |
DISCOVER DUNWOODY LAUNCHES PRODUCTION/TRAVEL/PROCUREMENT ASSOCIATES PROGRAM
DUNWOODY, GA – [1/17/2024] – Discover Dunwoody is excited to announce the launch of their Recognition Program for Production/Travel/Procurement Associates. This program aims to honor the exceptional efforts and contributions of individuals within the entertainment industry, specifically in the areas of production, travel, and procurement.
Mark Galvin, Vice President of Marketing at Discover Dunwoody, comments on the initiative, saying, “Our Recognition Program underscores Discover Dunwoody’s commitment to highlighting and honoring the vital contributions of Production, Travel, and Procurement Associates. This program aligns with our mission to support and elevate professionals in the entertainment industry and helps Dunwoody connect to the professionals that can book room blocks in our destination. Since we are only “12 minutes from set to bed” when considering Assembly Studios, we are a great option with 2,100 hotel rooms, 300 places to shop and 200 places to eat.”
In order to broaden our influence and increase awareness, we are partnering with Georgia Production Partnership (GPP), Women in Film and Television Atlanta (WIFTA), and Georgia Entertainment News. This collaboration ensures a fair and expert selection process, ultimately leading to a diverse range of nominees. These industry leaders play a crucial role in spotlighting exceptional individuals across renowned platforms. Nominations can also be submitted at www.discoverdunwoody.com/nomination-form/. Winners enjoy widespread recognition, solidifying the program’s credibility and significance in the entertainment community.
Production/Travel/Procurement Associate Recognition Program Highlights:
Feature Production/Travel/Procurement Associate Monthly recognition:
Quarterly Awards:
2024 Associate of the Year:
Nominate a Production/Travel/Procurement Associate:
Monthly nominees will be highlighted through articles published on the Discover Dunwoody website, social media platforms, and other entertainment outlets.
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For media inquiries, please contact: Ashley Rossolillo, Entertainment Coordinator, Discover Dunwoody, (630)-608-8269,, ashley@discoverdunwoody.com
About Discover Dunwoody:
Discover Dunwoody, the Convention and Visitors Bureau for Dunwoody, Georgia, is dedicated to promoting Dunwoody as a premier destination for leisure, meetings, and events. With its unique blend of modern amenities, a beautiful natural landscape, and vibrant cultural experiences, Dunwoody offers something for everyone. Discover Dunwoody works tirelessly to showcase the city’s exceptional offerings and provide outstanding support to its visitors, partners, and stakeholders. Dunwoody is only 12 minutes set to bed from Assembly Studios.
Providing the best hotel service and amenities is an art that Peppermill Resort has perfected for over 50 years. Exceeding client expectations with a unique experience has been at the forefront of this family-owned and operated resort. Peppermill Reno boasts an experience unlike any other with 1,621 guest rooms and suites as well as 106,000 square feet of flexible event space, which includes Northern Nevada’s largest clear-span meeting space at 62,000 sq. ft.
Attendees will always be provided with a fresh experience at Peppermill Reno, as we are undergoing a transformation in our Peppermill Tower, which features newly remodeled rooms and suites. Located in Reno-Tahoe and spanning more than 45 acres, the property takes pride in continuously reinvesting in the AAA Four Diamond Resort. We offer a complete range of in-house services providing you with control over the cost and scale of your event, while we attend to every need with expert skill, quality, and service. Let the Peppermill Resort help you set the stage for a remarkable event in Reno, Nevada.
Looking for the perfect elevated venue for your special event, wedding, opening reception or product introduction? The Havana Room is truly the perfect choice to impress you and your guests. This lavishly designed space at the Tropicana Las Vegas – a DoubleTree by Hilton is adorned with a magnificent crystal chandelier as the focal design element and located conveniently near the North Tower entrance for easy access. Other highlights include custom banquette-seating areas, an impressive dark wood dance floor, premium built in audio-visual technology, an expansive outdoor area as well as numerous branding opportunities. The Havana Room can easily handle up to 225 for a seated function and 800 people for a fabulous reception. There are still great dates available to utilize this amazing space in 2023 and we have some incentives for those that meet the minimum spend and book and actualize an event before December 30, 2023. These include 3X Hilton Honors Meeting Planner Points on banquet spend, upgraded bar packages, complimentary welcome cocktail/beverage, and much more. Please contact us at Sales@troplv.com for more details and availability.
But it should never come off feeling gratuitous by those who are being shown your gratitude. My number one rule has always been this: make it authentic genuine, and sustainable.
We used to do things like bring pizzas to different departments and also gave away gift cards, movie passes, etc. Those special times were always very much appreciated, as it was a fun way to let off steam, particularly after a demanding group left the hotel. It’s like being back in school – anything that is a break from the doldrums of everyday tasks or schedules is embraced by many and seen as a good thing. Those type of “breaks in the action” to show gratitude are important for team camaraderie and strengthening the bonds between fellow employees who come through for you in some way every day. Too often their deeds are taken for granted.
But there is a very important additional element to all of this high-fiving and pizza, cakes and celebrating together. It’s called sustaining those warm & fuzzies all year long.
Many fellow staffers love the celebrations, and I’m not suggesting you cut those out. But what they really appreciate on a deeper level is a more sustained, constant dose of empathy, understanding, and spirit of cooperation for 52 weeks a year; day in and day out, through the easy days and the rough days. The recommendation here is to show “in the moment” reinforcement and gratitude when it happens or when you see it, when there is no big show to be made. That awareness of those people will pay off in gold. Those little moments, done with consistency, mean more to most than the once-a-year office celebration.
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