We have a diverse group of subject matter experts who can make you aware of trends and new regulations in order to make better and more-timely decisions. Our people sit on advisory boards of major US hotel chains and hold top positions among industry associations, including the following:
- Corporate Event Marketing Association (CEMA)
CEMA is the premier community for technology events marketing professionals. An industry hub that promotes professional networking opportunities, a valued resource for industry education and a facilitator for peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, CEMA also strives to be the voice of the industry and is a driver of events marketing industry standards. http://www.cemaonline.com/ - Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)
CLIA is the world’s largest cruise association and is dedicated to the promotion and growth of the cruise industry. http://www.cruising.org/ - Direct Selling Association (DSA)
DSA is the national trade association of leading firms that manufacture and distribute goods and services sold directly to consumers through personal sales contact. DSA provides educational opportunities for direct selling professionals and works with Congress, numerous government agencies, consumer protection organizations and others on behalf of its member companies. http://www.dsa.org/ - Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC)
The Green Meeting Industry Council is leading the meeting industry in improving meetings management by supporting collaboration and the development and dissemination of resources and opportunities that improve the environmental performance of meetings and events. http://www.greenmeetings.info - Incentive Marketing Association, Incentive Travel Council
IMA is your source for the latest information, research, and education on using corporate incentive programs to motivate your employees and customers. http://www.incentivemarketing.org - Meeting Planners International (MPI)
MPI is the global authority and resource for the meeting industry. http://www.mpiweb.org - Recognition Professionals International (RPI)
RPI is the only professional association at the forefront of workforce rewards and recognition through its sole focus on recognition innovations and education as a systematic method for improvements in the workplace. RPI is endorsed by top authorities in the industry, has an impressive membership of FORTUNE 500 organizations and is the only association offering Certified Recognition Professional (CRP) courses. http://www.recognition.org - Society of Incentive Travel Executives (SITE)
SITE provides educational seminars and information services to those who design, develop, promote, sell, administer and operate motivational programs as an incentive to increase productivity in business. http://www.site-intl.org - United States Travel Association (USTA)
USTA is a unique national organization that leverages the collective strength of those who benefit from travel to grow their business beyond what they can do individually. http://www.ustravel.org