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Visit Portland's 2023 Annual Meeting

We are excited to announce the return of our Annual Meeting! Join us and 250 industry leaders and your fellow Visit Portland community for a day of networking, workshops, and more.

Tuesday, April 11, 2023 | Holiday Inn by the Bay

 

AGENDA
8:30am – 9:30am
Registration | Networking + Exhibits

9:30am – 10:30am
Educational Workshops

10:30am – 11:30am
Break + Exhibits

11:30am – 1:15pm
Lunch | Marketing Update + Awards

1:15pm – 1:30pm
Stretch Break + Exhibits

1:30pm – 3:30pm
Regional Economic Development Directors

 

REGISTER NOW

$50 partners / $65 non-partners

 

Workshops

WHAT ALL HOSPITALITY WORKERS SHOULD KNOW

Roger Beaudoin - President of Restaurant Rockstars Headshot, Photo Courtesy of the Speaker

Roger Beaudoin – President of Restaurant Rockstars

Every team member, at every level, will benefit from the tools and tips provided by Roger’s approach to a business-wide sales effort. In each sector, Roger will introduce you to ideas that help your business’s bottom line. Keep Reading.

GOOGLE ANALYTICS 4: THE NEW FRONTIER

John Paglio Headshot, Photo Courtesy of the SpeakerJohn Paglio – Digital Marketing Manager at flyte new media

Ready to make the switch to Google Analytics 4? Google flipped the script on marketers to learn a new tracking system. Google Analytics 4 places more emphasis on user behavior and machine-learning insights. Keep Reading.

Regional Economic Development Update

 

Do you drive around Greater Portland and wonder, “What is that building? “What’s going in there? “What’s happening with that new development?  Then attend Visit Portland’s Annual Meeting and find out.  We are honored to have the following leaders in Economic Development present what is happening in our region.

Economic Development Panel Headshots

Our 2023 Award Winners

MEET IN MAINE AWARD

Governor Janet Mills

for the National Governors Association

Presented to the local individual or organization whose commendable efforts produced the convention with the largest economic impact.

Photo Courtesy of Headshot Owner
HOSPITALITY + TOURISM EXCELLENCE

Bite Into Maine

Presented to a partner whose values, efforts, and achievements represent the authentic nature of the Greater Portland to visitors. This partner has contributed to our region’s reputation by providing creative thinking, world-class products/services, and exemplary customer service, which enhance our destination’s appeal among visitors, as well as those who work and live here.

Photo Courtesy of Bite Into Maine
BEACON AWARD

Harraseeket Inn

Presented to the partner who is an icon in the Greater Portland region, achieved through continuing passion, excellence, and consistency. This business is a shining example of Greater Portland’s unique character, and is recognized and anticipated by visitors and locals alike.

Photo Courtesy of Visit Freeport
PARTNER OF THE YEAR

Townsquare Media

for Commitment to Community

Presented to a partner that significantly enhances the region and serves our community through their brand, values, products, and programs.

Microphone in Studio, Photo Credit of Townsquare Media

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Annual Meeting, Photo Credit: Focus Photography
Annual Meeting, Photo Credit: Focus Photography