Effective workforce development is vital to the present and future success of any destination. Join us for the next BizOps virtual roundtable session, which will feature a panel of three organizational development experts from the Fired Up! Culture team, to learn how destinations can successfully navigate career pathing and succession planning to lead their workforces forward. You will discover why these strategies are vital and go beyond simple title changes and promotions, plus take away practical tips on how to get started on developing and implementing these strategies to get the most out of your career pathing and succession planning initiatives. Bring your questions and workforce challenges to this session and prepare for the future today!

Important Note: This opportunity is only available for Destinations International members.

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.

Destination organizations have long been focused on selling the destination, but many are realizing that leading destination development efforts is not only appropriate, but also a key responsibility, and is crucial to the long-term survival of the organization and industry. Through the development of creative funding tools like TBIDs and other funding streams, destination organizations have found ways to generate, collect and spend attractive amounts of funding for marketing their destinations. However, two converging realities are occurring that require destination organizations to think more broadly about their mission. Join us as we dive into these current realities and their implications, plus share how destination organizations can lead their placemaking efforts from A to Z via best practices.  

Presented by Hunden Partners, MMGY NextFactor, and Civitas as part of Destinations International's Resilience, Stability and Growth Series for 2024. 

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.

Discover the pivotal shift towards privacy in 2024 as an estimated 70% of the global population gains protection under privacy regulations. As California, Texas, Florida, Oregon and Montana enact consumer privacy laws, the landscape of data protection will contnue to evolve. During this webinar, we will delve into the essentials of these regulations for destination marketers and uncover strategies for compliance. Join industry experts from MMGY Global and Red Clover Associates as they navigate the intricacies of maintaining media performance admist a privacy-first paradigm. Prepare your destination for success in this transformative era of privacy.

Presented by MMGY Global and Red Clover Advisors as part of Destinations International's Techonolgy & Digital Marketing Series for 2024. 

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.

CALLING ALL DESTINATIONS WITH LEGAL CANNABIS: Join your peers for this exclusive opportunity to connect on cannabis and hemp strategies! This is your opportunity to ask your burning questions, share best practices, discuss what’s working well (and not so well) for your destination, and network with peers who have faced similar cannabis challenges in a collaborative roundtable format.

Important Note: This opportunity is only available for Destinations International members.

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.

Are you ready to elevate your search engine optimization strategies? Join us for an insightful webinar on how to properly structure website content for maximum SEO impact. Experts from Tempest will showcase real-world examples from Discover Lancaster, Visit Detroit, and Visit Pensacola to demonstrate best practices, including implementing topic clusters and organizing your content hierarchy to boost your visibility and engagement. Gain valuable insights on whether content should be a page or blog, and explore additional digital strategies to enhance your website's structure and drive tangible results.

Presented by Tempest as part of Destinations International's Techonolgy & Digital Marketing Series for 2024. 

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.

In a world where vendors tout AI capabilities and governments impose regulations on responsible usage, many organizations are left confused and struggle with the internal capacity to effectively introduce AI into their operations. During this virtual roundtable, an engaging panel discussion will provide expert insights on proactively managing policy creation, delivering successful AI program rollouts, and nuturing project teams for sustained AI incorporation. Come prepared to ask questions, as live audience participation is highly encouraged! Join us to gain clarity and confidence in your AI endeavors in the workplace.

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.

Privacy concerns have rightly limited some of what is possible with various datasets. Mobile location wasn’t spared, but the impact has not been as severe as initially feared. With that in mind, this data can provide an excellent understanding of travel behavior. Deliver relevant messaging to users with an affinity for your brand, segment them by hotel class, and show the right experience at the right time. Drilling deeper, you can even rate sections of your website to track which content is effective at driving conversions. Join Tourism Economics Vice President, Americas Zeek Coleman as he highlights these insights and more to help boost your marketing strategies.

Presented by Tourism Economics as part of Destinations International's Advocacy Tools Series for 2024. 

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.

Are you unfamiliar with certain Event Types in the Event Impact Calculator (EIC)?

The EIC is comprised on 17 distinct Event Types spread across four modules: Meetings, Sports, Festivals, and Local Events. While most are familiar with the broad categories, differences and overlap between Event Types, such as Testing/Education Local Events, Film and Award Festivals, Adult Amateur Sports, and Business Meetings can be subtle. This webinar will provide tips on how to match similar events to one of the 17 Event Types in the EIC. 

Join us for this informative webinar to:
• Gain a deeper understanding of all 17 Event Types: Explore their unique characteristics, behavioral patterns, and similarities.
• Navigate the EIC with confidence: Learn how to effectively use different Event Types for accurate impact analysis.
• Unlock the potential for interchangeable use: Discover scenarios where specific Event Types can be strategically substituted.

Don't miss this opportunity to become an EIC expert!

Presented by Destinations International and Tourism Economics as part of Destinations International's Advocacy Tools Series for 2024.

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.

In today's tourism landscape, destination organizations must employ innovative strategies and tools to continue to meet the evolving demands of their destinations. Join us to hear how two leading destination organizations are utilizing cutting-edge website technology and data analytics to drive impactful changes in promoting sustainable tourism, provide vital information to locals and residents, support local businesses, and effectively disperse crowds across diverse attractions. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical strategies for leveraging technology and data to achieve your destination's goals while fostering community engagement and visitor satisfaction.

Presented by Simpleview as part of Destinations International's Global Series and Technology & Digital Marketing Series for 2024. 

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, organizations are recognizing the need to create genuine human connections and to foster places and spaces that welcome people of all backgrounds and abilities. Join Destinations International's Chief Inclusion Officer, Sophia Hyder Hock, as she explains the reason for this shift, discusses why the 13 topics of DI's social inclusion framework are critical to community vitality and economic growth, and reveals how to incorporate this framework into your strategic initiatives.

Presented by Destinations International as part of DI's Social Inclusion Series for 2024.

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.