Industry Leaders Team Up for First Annual North American Meetings Industry Day
April 16, 2015Meetings Mean Business (MMB) and other industry leaders on April 16 brought together thousands at approximately 65 events for the first annual North American Meetings Industry Day (NAMID). This nationwide day of advocacy spotlights the substantial value derived from meetings, conferences, conventions, incentive travel, trade shows and exhibitions.
NAMID is an expansion of the successful efforts in Canada which has for 20 years held the annual Canadian National Meetings Industry Day. The MMB coalition members, in addition to industry leaders across in Canada and Mexico, hosted events in communities all across their respective countries.
Michael Dominguez, MMB’s co-chair and senior vice president of corporate sales at MGM Resorts International, said, “We are excited to be involved in such a meaningful day that unites our industry not only across the United States, but also across Canada and Mexico, communicating the critical role in connecting people and driving positive business results through face-to-face interaction. Across the continent we are demonstrating how meetings build personal relationships, drive positive outcomes and support strong communities.”
“North America Meetings Industry Day is a true testament to the strength of not only the industry’s leadership but also its grassroots supporters. Across North America thousands who work in the industry and know firsthand its value and strength are standing up to make sure that elected officials, business leaders and other decision makers understand the important role face-to-face meetings play in generating business success, creating jobs and driving economic growth,” added David Peckinpaugh, fellow MMB co-chair and president of Maritz Travel.