Destinations International Announces Encore as its Preferred Global Event Production Partner
Washington, D.C. (March 19, 2025) -- Destinations International (DI), the world’s leading and most respected association representing destination organizations and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs), is pleased to announce Encore as its “Preferred Global Event Production Partner.”
Destinations International is proud to expand its partnership with Encore, a long-time provider of event technology and production services for the organization’s events. Traditionally serving as the trusted partner for several Destinations International events—including main stage lighting, audio, video and technical support for presentations—Encore has played a vital role in delivering high-quality event experiences.
This expanded collaboration will not only continue to ensure seamless event execution, but also highlight the additional services Encore offers that can benefit both Destinations International and its destination members. These services include creative content development, event design, and post-production editing, providing enhanced solutions to elevate events and engagement.
Through this collaboration, Destinations International aims to introduce its members to the high-quality services and innovative solutions Encore provides in destinations where they operate, reinforcing a shared commitment to excellence in the tourism and events industry.
“Destinations International is thrilled to deepen our partnership with Encore and showcase its full range of capabilities,” said Don Welsh, President & CEO of Destinations International. “Their expertise and commitment to excellence align perfectly with our mission to deliver top-tier experiences for our members and the broader destination community.”
“We have enjoyed working with Destinations International for many years and are thrilled to expand our partnership,” said Ben Erwin, President & CEO, Encore. “Being able to offer our full range of services and technical know-how will allow Destinations International and its members to elevate their event experiences and leave their event participants feeling energized and inspired.”
This year, Encore will attend Destinations International’s CEO Summit (Savannah, GA, USA, March 23-25), as well as present at the Convention Sales & Service Summit (April 9-10, Alexandria, VA, USA) and Annual Convention (Chicago, IL, USA, July 9-11) to showcase why they are the premier global event production partner for more than 350,000 events every year.
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About Destinations International
Destinations International is the world’s largest and most respected resource for destination organizations, convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs), and tourism boards. With more than 9,500 members and partners from over 750 destinations, the association represents a powerful forward-thinking and collaborative community around the world. For more information, visit www.destinationsinternational.org.
About Encore
Encore is the world’s largest event production company, supporting meeting and event professionals with event technology, production, tradeshow and exhibition services. With unmatched capabilities, a hospitality mindset and award-winning customer service, Encore is the trusted partner for 2,100 premier hotels and venues worldwide, serving thousands of customers and interacting with 25 million people annually. Encore is a certified Great Place To Work ™, a recognition that highlights the company's continual investments in its talented workforce as the key to unlocking event customers’ greatest successes. The company is headquartered in Schiller Park, Illinois, and operates in 21 countries across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and Asia Pacific. Learn more at encoreglobal.com and connect with Encore on LinkedIn.
