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Upcoming Industry Events
March 11, 2010
6th Annual Arizona Tourism Unity Dinner
Chase Field, Phoenix
April 8, 2010
ATA Board of Directors Meeting
Embassy Suites Camelback Biltmore, Phoenix
Forks & Corks
Camelback Esplanade, Phoenix
May 13, 2010
ATA Executive Committee Meeting
TBD
July 12-14, 2010
Arizona Governor's Conference on Tourism
Loew's Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson
6th Annual Arizona Tourism Unity Dinner
–– Honoring ––
Cactus League
Thursday, March 11, 2010
at
Chase Field
401 East jefferson street – Phoenix, Arizona
Reception, silent auction and dinner – 5:00pm. Program – 6:15pm.
After a tough season, motivating a team can be difficult. These are the times when coming together as one is more important than ever and a winning spirit can make all the difference. Step up to the plate for this fun-filled evening that celebrates our industry’s perseverance and positive impact in a setting that’s both casual and inspirational. We’ve thrown out the old playbook and will delight attendees with ballpark fare, an abbreviated format, a stellar silent auction and a program designed to “raise the roof”!
Past Recipients
2009 – Bob Bondurant, Craig jackson & Bryan Sperber
2008 – Arizona Highways Magazine
2007 – John Junker, President & CEO, Fiesta Bowl
2006 – Doug Parker, President & CEO, US Airways
2005 – Janet Napolitano, Governor, State of Arizona
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2009 Governor's Conference on Tourism
July 8-10, 2009
Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Scottsdale, AZ
Visit the Conference site at www.aztourismconference.com for more information.
The 2009 Governor’s Conference on Tourism took place at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, July 8-10. This event which proved to be a success has been highly regarded with its quality and reputation. The conference consisted of a tremendous lineup of esteemed national and international speakers, educational workshops and networking events. Industry professionals from across the state came together in Phoenix to learn, network, and mingle.
A varied group of experts and industry professionals joined us to provide a wide-range of educational programs. Workshops included: Social Media Marketing Strategies, An Inside Look at Arizona’s Top International Markets, How to do Business in These Turbulent Times, and many more. Nationally recognized speakers including Barbara Glanz who presented an empowering presentation about spreading enthusiasm in the workplace made an impactful appearance at the conference. Dave Young, a Marketing guru, closed the conference with his presentation of “Pendulum of Society,” which followed the currents of cultural change through music, movies and technology.
The conference was highlighted with events such as the Arizona Governor’s Tourism Awards luncheon which honored individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the tourism industry. Awards were presented by the Arizona State Governor, Jan Brewer. The STAR (Special Tribute And Recognition) Gala celebrated the best-of-the-best in Arizona’s hospitality industry opening the conference on Wednesday night. The 5th Annual Tourism Golf Tournament was hosted at the Westin Kierland Golf Club with a portion of the proceeds going to the Rod Siler and Dietrich Mayring Memorial Fund along with the popular Taste of Arizona reception which featured delicious cuisine from resorts and restaurants across the Valley.
If you missed the 2009 conference, plan to join us in 2010 - the date and location will be announced soon.
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5th Annual Arizona Tourism Unity Dinner
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, Phoenix, AZ
Honoring Bob Bondurant, Craig Jackson and Bryan Sperber
See Bondurant Highlight in February eNewsletter
See Sperber Highlight in March eNewsletter
See Jackson Highlight in April eNewsletter
“The Unity Dinner was a meaningful celebration and another great demonstration of the strength and commitment of the tourism industry, despite the tough economic climate,” said Sherry Henry, Director of the Arizona Office of Tourism. On April 15, nearly 600 leaders from the business, government and the community joined to celebrate the economic impact of tourism and to honor the contributions of three extraordinary Arizonans for their leadership and support of the industry. Honored this year were Bob Bondurant of Bondurant School of High Performance Driving, Craig Jackson of Barrett-Jackson Auction Company and Bryan Sperber of Phoenix International Raceway.
Bondurant, Jackson & Sperber were called to stage to discuss, informally, their individual businesses, the automotive industry and the extent in which they are intertwined and work together to support the prosperity of the tourism industry. The support in which these gentlemen provide to the industry was evident.
The Bondurant School, in 2008 alone, drew over 1,700 travelers to its driving courses or a direct spending impact of $4.2 million to Maricopa County. Barrett-Jackson’s annual auction, among the most profitable draws for the world’s biggest-spending travelers, brings an average of $100 million to Arizona’s economy. Phoenix International Raceway, through its eight racing events and non-race activities, generates an economic impact of $473 million annually.
Chairman of the Board Greg W. Gilstrap said, “There couldn’t have been a better forum to explain the impact and necessity of tourism to Arizona’s economy.” With legislative attendance at its highest ever, attendees joined over 20 State Legislators and a number of mayors and elected officials from across the state. Gilstrap added, “With the FY 2010 budget closing in the next few weeks, we’re confident this Unity Dinner played a significant role in ensuring the sustainability of tourism funding…which ultimately, ensures the future of Arizona’s economy.”
For event information, contact Lindsey Kuhn at lkuhn@aztourismalliance.org or 602.452.2906
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