Destination Reps

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Meet the Destination Reps – May Edition!This month, we’re spotlighting four incredible destinations that inspire unforge...
05/29/2026

Meet the Destination Reps – May Edition!

This month, we’re spotlighting four incredible destinations that inspire unforgettable meetings, incentives, and conferences. From beachfront boardrooms to western charm and island experiences, these destinations offer something unique for planners and attendees alike.

📍Visit Lauderdale: With a safe, walkable new convention district, diverse hotel inventory, and an international airport just minutes away, planners can create high-impact experiences with ease. Add in year-round tropical weather, waterfront venues, and a welcoming, inclusive vibe, and you have a destination that keeps attendees engaged both in and out of the meeting room.

📍Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods: Plan a productive meeting in an inspiring place. The islands, beaches and neighborhoods of Fort Myers are where creativity and innovation thrive. Intimate events, large gatherings and midsize meetups can all be accommodated by flexible spaces and comfortable hotels. There’s over 230,000 square feet of meeting space, and venues include a convention center, hotel ballrooms, historic homes, and open-air restaurants.

📍Visit Fort Worth: The historic western Stockyards features the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive; Billy Bob’s Texas, the world’s largest honky-tonk and Mule Alley with restaurants, retail and the MICHELIN-recognized Hotel Drover. Downtown offers a variety of shopping, dining, live music and theater along the 37-block Sundance Square entertainment district. Enjoy world-class museums in the Cultural District, as well as a stunning Botanic Garden and award-winning Fort Worth Zoo, nearby. Discover the Modern West.

📍Meet Hawai'i: Across six unique islands, Hawai‘i offers meeting and incentive experiences shaped by culture, natural beauty, and a genuine sense of place. From world-class hospitality to breathtaking spaces that inspire learning, collaboration, and connection, the Islands create opportunities that feel both intentional and memorable. Success in gathering begins with aloha and often leaves people understanding why Hawai‘i Stays With You long after you return home.

Which destination is on your radar this year?

Thank you to our friends at Smithbucklin for hosting the 2nd quarterly Destination Reps meeting!We truly appreciate your...
05/21/2026

Thank you to our friends at Smithbucklin for hosting the 2nd quarterly Destination Reps meeting!

We truly appreciate your partnership and generosity, and we look forward to continuing to grow and collaborate together.

It’s always a pleasure connecting with industry friends and partners in person!

Greetings from our Destination Reps at the ConferenceDirect APM!We’re excited to be part of this incredible event and to...
05/19/2026

Greetings from our Destination Reps at the ConferenceDirect APM!

We’re excited to be part of this incredible event and to connect with so many valued clients and industry partners through these one-on-one appointments.

There’s nothing we enjoy more than sharing what makes our destinations so special — from exciting updates and new experiences to the latest opportunities for unforgettable programs and events.

If you see us during APM, be sure to say hello. We’d love to connect with you and talk all things destinations!

Last night at the PCMA 2026 Visionary Awards, our very own Angie Ranalli, CMP, was named the 2026 Lifetime Achievement H...
05/08/2026

Last night at the PCMA 2026 Visionary Awards, our very own Angie Ranalli, CMP, was named the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Honoree!

Angie’s leadership, vision, and years of experience have made a lasting impact on the business events industry and helped shape the incredible community we’re proud to be part of today.

Angie, all of us at Destination Reps are honored to work alongside you. Thank you for your dedication, passion, and continued contributions to our industry and its members. We know your influence will continue to inspire and flourish for years to come!

Congratulations, Angie — this recognition is so well deserved!

A huge thank you to our client partners in Milwaukee for joining us at Destination Celebration Milwaukee at the beautifu...
05/07/2026

A huge thank you to our client partners in Milwaukee for joining us at Destination Celebration Milwaukee at the beautiful St. James 1868!

The stunning venue paired with such fantastic company made for an incredible evening of connection and celebration!

We truly enjoyed spending time with everyone and look forward to seeing you all again soon!

Check out this month’s featured Destination Reps! Discover what’s new, what’s next, and why these destinations should be...
05/01/2026

Check out this month’s featured Destination Reps! Discover what’s new, what’s next, and why these destinations should be on your radar for upcoming meetings and events. ✨

📍 Choose Chicago:
From legendary architecture to a culinary scene that never stops reinventing itself, Chicago doesn’t just host meetings - it transforms them. Plan your next event in Chicago, a city that’s never done and never outdone.

📍 Visit Cincy:
The $264M reimagined First Financial Convention Center is now open, featuring fully modernized space, advanced technology, and a two-acre outdoor plaza designed for seamless indoor and outdoor activations. A new headquarters hotel will soon complement more than 3,000 walkable rooms, creating a complete, connected convention package.

📍 Experience Columbus:
As a global leader in life sciences, a top U.S. supply chain hub and a growing technology center backed by major investments from Intel, Columbus provides planners with unparalleled access to the researchers and institutions driving some of the nation’s most important and fast-growing industries. This intellectual capital is paired with a centrally located, walkable downtown that offers seamless logistics and a culinary scene recently named one of "America’s Next Great Food Cities" by Food & Wine.

📍 Visit Denver:
The Mile High City makes business feel like a getaway, where urban buzz, stunning mountain views, and altitude‑level fun set the stage. In Denver, meetings go beyond the boardroom and into experiences your attendees will never forget.

📍 Visit Detroit:
Detroit has always been an assembly line of creativity that propels the world forward. As the creators of swag, our impact resonates globally. Music wouldn’t be music. Cars wouldn’t be cars. Your world wouldn’t be your world without us. Come see for yourself why when we move, you move.

To learn more about these and other destinations, visit: destinationreps.org.
Stay tuned for next month’s featured Destination Reps! 🌎

A big thank you to Executive Director, Inc. for taking the time to connect with our Destination Reps over breakfast in M...
04/30/2026

A big thank you to Executive Director, Inc. for taking the time to connect with our Destination Reps over breakfast in Milwaukee, Wisconsin yesterday!

The morning setting made for meaningful conversations about our destinations and your programs, and great discussions over even better coffee!

We always value the opportunity to connect and collaborate, and we’re already looking forward to the next time!

Another unforgettable Destination Celebration in Kansas City! 🎉We gathered at The Guild, sharing great conversations and...
04/21/2026

Another unforgettable Destination Celebration in Kansas City! 🎉

We gathered at The Guild, sharing great conversations and even better company throughout the evening.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us—we always love reconnecting with familiar faces and meeting new ones along the way. Until next time!

Celebration Minneapolis it was this week! ✨Thank you to Missy Johnson, CMP, DES, Madeja Metcalf DaMario, CMP, David Patr...
04/16/2026

Celebration Minneapolis it was this week! ✨

Thank you to Missy Johnson, CMP, DES, Madeja Metcalf DaMario, CMP, David Patrick Kinney and Sherry Vale for putting together another amazing event!

We marked our 10th anniversary of this event in Minneapolis in style—surrounded by both new and familiar faces, plenty of laughter, meaningful connections, and even a signature drink to top it all off.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to join us—we truly appreciate you and can’t wait to see you again soon!

04/09/2026

What a great evening at MPI CAC’s Industry Xchange at the Field Museum in Chicago! ✨

As Destination Reps, we loved connecting with so many of you - sharing insights on the amazing destinations we represent, learning from industry peers, and celebrating the power of our community.

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our table and supported our charity partner, Wright-Way Rescue—we’re so grateful for your generosity! 🐾

Stay tuned… our summer client event invite is coming your way soon! ☀️

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