Gina Mann of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority representing nearly 100 years of experience will guide association meeting planners through the process of evaluating a destination.  Whether your program is simply a 12-person board meeting, or an annual conference for several thousand, the destination's CVB can be your best ally. Each destination's official marketing organization employs experts in every facet of that destination that can lend assistance with a multitude of needs.  From putting hotels in a competitive position to bid on your association's meetings to transportation needs once the group has arrived, the destination experts are there to make your job effortless and ensure your meeting or conference is a huge success. 

This session will highlight the following components each association meeting planner should consider when evaluating a destination:

Location, Location, Location -  Accommodation Choices  - Air Service Availability - Convention Facilities - Convention Services - Attendance Boosters -Transportation Options -  Area Amenities - DMO Support

Gina Mann, Sales Executive - Mountain States -Gina is a native-born Las Vegas.  She holds a BS in Hotel Administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.  Prior to coming to the LVCVA in 2000, Gina spent 21 years working in the hotel industry in Las Vegas.  She has held positions in food and beverage, accounting, room reservations, front office operations, and hotel sales.

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