November Educational Seminar
Getting Your Share of the Leisure Group Travel Market
Thursday, November 6, 2008
8:00am - 8:30am - Registration / Continental Breakfast / Networking
8:45am - 9:45am - Educational Seminar/Q & A
9:45am - Optional Tour of the NEW American Girl Place
About the Seminar
The leisure motorcoach industry contributes over $350 million to Chicago's economy every year. Tens of thousands of groups come to Chicago each year eager to dine, shop, sightsee, or attend a theater production. The CCTB works closely with tour operators and wholesalers to sell the city and promote our members to these groups.
Learn how to get your share of this lucrative market from a panel of industry experts. The seminar will cover:
- How to leverage your share of this lucrative market.
- What it means to be a group-friendly venue for student, adult, and senior groups.
- How to reach group travel planners, tour operators, and key decision makers.
Panelists
Patrick Connor
President, Director’s Choice Tour & Travel
Courtney Ashley
Co-owner, About Tours
Jeffrey Gayduk
Premier Tourism Marketing, Inc.
Kim Dooley
Tour Manager, Coach USA / Van Galder
Price - $35
$40 at the door
PLEASE NOTE: TO REGISTER ONLINE, YOU MUST PAY VIA CREDIT CARD. OTHERWISE, YOU MAY PAY AT THE DOOR USING A CREDIT CARD OR CASH. CHECKS ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTED.
If you are registering on behalf of another individual, please make sure to register under their email address and contact information.
You must be at least 21 years of age to attend. If you pay on the day of the event, you will be charged an additional $5. Cancellations received less than 48 hours in advance and no-shows are non-refundable.
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Water Tower Place
835 North Michigan Avenue
Enter off Chestnut Street
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Discover why American Girl Place is more than a store. Explore the collection of American Girl dolls—from historical to contemporary characters. Enjoy a delicious meal in our Cafe or new private dining room where even dolls get to dine. Then swing by the doll hair salon for a new hairdo, pampering, and ear piercing. And be sure to capture the day’s excitement at our Photo Studio. Finally, check out two new experiences: Avenue AG, a charming shopping experience for girls and dolls, and Celebration Screen™, a larger-than-life entertainment experience allowing girls to share the spotlight with their favorite American Girl characters.
Parking Information
Click here to visit Water Tower Place mall site for details on parking.
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