Convention Sales & Services Summit
April 9-10, 2025 | Alexandria, VA
The Convention Sales & Services Summit is a cross-functional gathering of sales and services professionals dedicated to helping clients plan and execute successful meetings and events.
Executive Leadership
This track is perfect for those seeking to enhance their strategic thinking, management, and decision-making skills. The content will focus on empowering Executive Leaders (Vice President and above) by providing skills, strategies, and insights needed to rebuild the workforce.
Sales Professionals
This track will focus on reconnecting peers through the sharing of thought leadership and the gaining of fresh perspectives that will support the attendee in navigating the industry challenges and diving deep into the art and science of selling destinations.
Services Professionals
This track will focus on revitalizing a portion of the workforce that continues to balance understaffing and increased event volume, supporting the attendees in discovering what they love about their role, and promoting the sharing of best practices that will infuse enthusiasm into daily tasks and enhance the customer experience.
Who Should Attend
Sales and Services Executive Leaders
Gain strategic insights and leadership skills to drive your teams to success.
Seasoned Sales Professionals
Sharpen your selling techniques and learn from the best in the field.
Seasoned Convention Services Professionals
Explore cutting-edge trends and innovations in the convention and event services industry.
New to the Industry Professionals
Regardless if you are just starting your career, or making a move from another role into the Destination Organization, the event will provide you with the opportunity to build your network and knowledge.
Group/Business Events Marketing and Communications Professionals
Build a more comprehensive understanding of the sales and services obstacles and strategies that will directly support the efforts of securing and executing convention/business events through the organization's marketing and public relations assets.
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Take a look at the information page and full agenda for last year's summit.
Attendees by Budget Size
Attendees come from destinations of all shapes and sizes. The summit offers unparalleled opportunity to network with peers facing the same challenges that you are.
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32%Greater than $10 million
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50%$2 million - $10 million
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18%Less than $2 million
Attendees by Job Level
The summit is geared towards sales and services professionals who are looking for actionable strategies to increase their effectiveness in the marketplace. Take a look at the breakdown of attendees by job level.
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25%VP/Executive
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42%Director
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33%Entry Level/Manager