October 18-21, 2025 | Sacramento, CA

The CDME program is the tourism industry’s highest individual educational achievement, preparing destination leaders to thrive in a constantly changing environment. Start or continue your professional journey, advance your career and enhance your industry knowledge! 

October 21-23, 2025 | Sacramento, CA

A focused gathering for destination organization professionals responsible for policy, stakeholder engagement and reputation management. This summit explores the role of tourism promotion in advancing community strength and public trust.

October 28-30, 2025 | Jackson, MS

A cross-functional summit for finance, HR, IT and operations professionals driving the internal strength of destination organizations. Programming explores workforce strategy, digital transformation and resilient organizational systems.

October 28-30, 2025 | Jackson, MS

Designed for changemakers, tourism leaders and community collaborators working to foster belonging, access and local well-being. This summit centers the social impact of tourism and the design of people-first destinations.

November 16-17, 2025 | Gatineau, QC

The CDME program is the tourism industry’s highest individual educational achievement, preparing destination leaders to thrive in a constantly changing environment. Start or continue your professional journey, advance your career and enhance your industry knowledge! 

February 24-26, 2026 | Cleveland, OH

The summit is the preeminent gathering place of marketing, communications and public relations professionals dedicated to helping destination organizations thrive.

March 30 - April 1, 2026 | Newport Beach, CA

Join your industry colleagues to learn how to navigate and overcome the complexities of your role. You will hear from thought leaders about the areas that stand out in our industry as topics to discuss in-depth in order to come up with strategies and solutions.

July 21-23, 2026 | Portland, OR

Annual Convention is the destination organization industry's premier event to meet your peers and gain cutting-edge knowledge to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.