HSMAI's MEET Series Heads to Anaheim May 29-30
May 14, 2013
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) will continue its HSMAI’s MEET series with the second event this year May 29-30 at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel.
The first show of the year was HSMAI’s MEET Mid-America show in Chicago.
To help set the stage in Anaheim, keynote speaker, Jim Davidson, will speak on the power of partnership and divulge advice from his experience as a corporate manager, high-altitude climber and resilience expert.
“His stories are inspiring, and he makes them applicable to partnership and business challenges faced by HSMAI’s MEET attendees,” said Robert A. Gilbert, CHME, CHBA, president and CEO of HSMAI.
He added, “We’re pleased to have him on board throughout the series, and we look forward to seeing the impact he’ll make on attendees at both HSMAI’s MEET West this month and HSMAI’s MEET National in September.”
HSMAI’s MEET West marks the second time the series has come to Anaheim since the debut of the show’s revamped format at the 2011 National event in Washington, D.C.
HSMAI’s MEET, which stands for Meetings, Events, Education and Technology, has several opportunities in store:
- HSMAI’s TEEM Up: A role reversal expo of exhibitors and planners where they can maximize their time for up to 10 one-on-one appointments requested by the pre-qualified and hosted meeting professionals
- HSMAI’s Attendee Concierge: A convenient service helping attendees pre-schedule one-on-one appointments during regular tradeshow hours
- HSMAI’s Exhibitor Concierge: A HSMAI staff sales professional solely devoted to aiding suppliers in making advantageous business connections and maximizing their return on participation
- HSMAI’s MEET University: Industry specialists’ insights geared toward planners and exhibitors through an interactive, hands-on educational platform.
For the second year in a row, Meetings Professionals International, as part of its partnership with HSMAI, will provide edifying content for planners attending HSMAI’s MEET West, which is free to attend for qualified planners.
Meetings, events and hospitality professionals will receive training, professional development and marketplace opportunities to help advance them in their career paths.
“The education sessions are cutting-edge,” said 20-year veteran planner Teri Terrazino, CMP, of HSMAI’s Mid-America show, which included more than 300 appointments between planners and partners. “I make it a priority to block my calendar every year for the two full days of HSMAI’s MEET.”
Partner Voices
Overview:
The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality.
In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.
“We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.”
Amenities:
The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.
The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience
The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need.
Gold Key Members
The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events.
OCCC Events:
This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.
The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:
AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023
200,000 Attendees
$257 Million in Economic Impact
MEGACON 2023
160,000 Attendees
$205 Million in Economic Impact
Open Championship Series 2023
69,500 Attendees
$89 Million in Economic Impact
Sunshine Classic 2023
42,000 Attendees
$54 Million in Economic Impact
Premiere Orlando 2023
42,000 Attendees
$108 Million in Economic Impact
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