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.
Registration Information
CCTB mentors, staff, and special guests no longer need to register for Educational Seminars and Business Exchanges. You can just come to the event. However, please let Cathy Mulvihill know if you are bringing a potential member. You can reach her at cmulvihill@choosechicago.com or 312.567.8462.
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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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