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DMAI Announces Education Program for 26th Annual Destinations Showcase
Destination Marketing Association International will host nearly 1,000 meeting professionals for an expanded education program at its 26th annual Destinations Showcase Conference & Expo.
Marriott, Disney, Best Western Invest in Brand USA
Marriott International, the Walt Disney Company and Best Western International have each donated $1 million to Brand USA to market the United States to international travelers.
Reporting Guidelines Released for Green Events
The Global Reporting Initiative has issued new sustainability reporting guidance for meetings and events.
Experient Expands Reach to Association, Government Markets
Event management company Experient has taken steps to enhance its offerings for association and government meetings.
IACC Announces New Vision, Mission Statements
The International Association of Conference Centers has created new vision and mission statements that expand the role of its member conference centers.
U.S. Travel Association Launches 'Vote Travel' Campaign for 2012 Election
The U.S. Travel Association has launched a year-long initiative intended to raise the travel industry's profile during the 2012 election campaign season.
ASAE Launches New Global Associations Committee
ASAE has launched a new committee that's dedicated to discussing and advancing the international expansion of American associations.
PCMA Confirms Record Attendance at 2012 Annual Meeting
Its 2012 annual meeting achieved record attendance, according to the Professional Convention Management Association.
Exhibition Leaders Plan Second All-Industry Summit
On Feb. 24, leaders from 17 trade associations will convene in Atlanta for what will be their second all-exhibition-industry summit.
IAEE Public Events Council Names New Chair
The co-owner of Fast Forward Event Productions has been named the 2012 chair of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events' Public Events Council.
Copper Services Launches 'YouTube' for Meeting Content
Copper Services has launched a "business content catalog" that allows meeting planners to access and monetize meeting content.
President Obama Announces First National Strategy on Travel, Tourism
President Barack Obama has announced the United States' first-ever national strategy on travel and tourism.
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