Since it’s inception in 1999, Hispanic Meetings &
Travel had focused its efforts on education, awareness and
the development of effective solutions to the Hispanic meetings,
convention and special event industry. As part of the solutions
platform, the Hispanic Executive Meeting Management Forum
was created in 2003.
2003 attendance: 35 (25 meeting managers
*3 supplier sponsors) 2004 attendance: 90 (75 meeting managers
*7 supplier sponsors)
*Supplier attendance is mandated by sponsorship. Number
in attendance is relative to sponsorship level.
Event
Mission:
The
mission of the Hispanic Meeting Management Forum (HMMF) is
to facilitate an exploration of issues that non profit, government,
and corporate organizations face when planning meetings, conventions
and special events. By providing innovative and informative
meeting industry education, HMMF is designed to create conditions
favorable for organizational growth.
Event
Program:
Educational
sessions covering the meeting industry will provide solutions
you can take back to your organization and implement immediately.
A networking reception will follow the sessions allowing event
attendees and sponsors an opportunity to discuss ‘best
practice’ strategies, share common work experiences
and make new contacts within the travel and tourism industry.
Who
should attend:
Hispanic
non-profit, government, and corporate organization executives,
who are charged with the overall management of the meetings
division or department and report directly to the President,
CEO or Board of Directors.
Travel and tourism industry representatives who are interested
in pursuing business opportunities with the Hispanic community.
Why
attend:
Learn.
Empower yourself and advance your organization by learning
how annual meetings, conventions and special events enhance
organizational growth through membership and sponsorship.
Participate. Dialogue with industry professionals
and fellow attendees on issues facing Hispanics in the meetings
industry.
Network. This event will allow attendees
the opportunity to renew acquaintances, meet industry professionals,
and connect with established partners.
Enjoy. An elegant reception and awards
banquet following industry presentations.
Win. Travel giveaways, airline tickets,
and gift baskets.
