Ventes et services de congrès

VENTES DE CONGRÈS DOMESTIQUE : Promotions, appels de vente, salons et événements

The team’s proactive efforts resulted in 94 presentations, client sales calls and in-person meetings throughout the month of April. Highlights included:

• Association américaine pour l'étude des maladies du foie
• Collège américain des chirurgiens
• American Hotel & Lodging Association 
• Société américaine de génétique humaine 
• Association des professionnels de la réunion 
• Représentants de destination
• HLTH Inc.
• Association internationale des professionnels de la protection de la vie privée 
• Association Internationale des Jeunes Avocats 
• Kellen
• Événements mondiaux Linder 
• Pickleball de la ligue majeure
• Marine Military Expositions
• Meeting Professionals International 
• Momentum Events 
• Association nationale des coopératives électriques rurales
• National Association of Realtors 
• Société des soins infirmiers en oncologie 
• Online News Association
• Office du tourisme de Singapour
• Skift
• Société de médecine nucléaire et d'imagerie moléculaire
• Visiter Alexandrie

Washington Nationals Opening Day Event (April 1, Washington, DC)
Attendees: Bill Adams, Jared Kolleh, Brandon Murray, Courtney Scott & Ariana Hines
While taking in the Nats’ opening day game, the sales team networked with clients, showed appreciation for partners and also generated new leads. 
DDC ciblait les clients suivants : 

• Association américaine de physiothérapie
• Association de l'armée des États-Unis
• Elite Parties & Events
• EventNoire
• Industries nationales pour les aveugles
• The Brand Xperience Lounge
• Bureau de recherche sur les transports

Prestige Annual Partner Conference (April 1-3, Frisco, TX)
Participante : Jenna Wiese
The conference was a three-day gathering attended by leading Prestige associates and supplier partners. DDC’s participation emphasized the city's exceptional venues, amenities and infrastructure tailored to hosting successful business events. Through targeted discussions and networking, the team aimed to bolster Prestige’s presence in DC and promote the District as a premier destination for corporate gatherings and conventions.
DDC ciblait les clients suivants : 

• Hashicorp
• Medtronic
• Fédération Nationale des Aveugles
• Hors et égal

Destinations International Sales & Service Summit (April 8-9, Washington, DC)
Attendees: Bill Adams, Dianna Waldroup, Tara Miller, Katherine Russo & Jerry Joseph
The Summit was a cross-functional gathering of sales and services professionals dedicated to helping clients plan and execute successful meetings and events. It was set to provide opportunities for professional development within.
 
Réunion annuelle des partenaires de ConferenceDirect (8-10 avril, Arlington, Texas)
Participant: Priscille Alvarez 
ConferenceDirect offers suppliers in the hospitality industry opportunities to connect with associates who plan thousands of meetings and events annually. This year’s Annual Partner Meeting provided an opportunity to meet and conduct business with more than 200 qualified ConferenceDirect Associates. DDC also met with a handful of representatives to go over new happenings in DC. 
 
Business Event Industry Week & Destination Showcase (April 9-11, Washington, DC)
Attendee: Bill Adams
The annual event gathers professionals from various sectors to explore, discuss and innovate within the events industry. Throughout the week, attendees engaged in workshops, seminars, panel discussions and showcases, all aimed at addressing the latest trends, challenges and opportunities in the rapidly evolving landscape of business events.
 
Mission commerciale en Caroline du Nord (11 avril, Charlotte, Caroline du Nord)
Participant : Brandon Murray
Brandon attended the Meeting Professionals International Carolinas Chapter 2024 Business Exchange and Global Meetings Industry Day event. The annual trade show provides opportunities for suppliers to meet with meeting planners from all over the Carolinas. Educational sessions included “Airlines and the Economic Impact of Meetings Travel” and “AI Revolution: Elevating Events with Smart Strategies for Planners and Suppliers.” Designed breakouts and receptions offered networking opportunities. 
 
Amy Martell (Helmsbriscoe) Spa Event (April 17, Washington, DC)
Attendees: Bill Adams, Shirley Del Carpio & Jerry Joseph
Shirley, Bill and Jerry networked with members of Amy Martell’s team as well as their DC area-based customers and shared the latest happenings/developments in the District including new hotels, attractions and restaurants. 
 
Mission commerciale à Boston (18-20 avril, Boston, MA)
Attendees: Dianna Waldroup, Shirley Del Carpio & John Sklencar
DDC connected with the American College of Physicians (ACP) during their annual conference at the Boston Convention Center. Having last met in DC in 2016 and with plans set for 2028, ACP is eyeing the District as a potential venue for their 2033 conference (projection: roughly 18,000 room nights).
DDC ciblait les clients suivants : 

• Société météorologique américaine
• Fondation internationale OCD
• Groupe des marchés

Sommet du marketing expérientiel (24-26 avril, Las Vegas, NV)
Participante : Jenna Wiese
During the three-day summit, Jenna engaged with brand-side event executives, exchanged ideas in the Hall of Ideas and addressed challenges to thrive in the evolving landscape of experiential marketing. By joining discussions on the forefront of industry innovation, DDC demonstrated its commitment to the best possible meeting and convention experience for its clients.
DDC ciblait les clients suivants : 

• American Speech Language Hearing Association
• ConocoPhillips
• DICK'S Articles de sport
• J'ai résolu
• JLL 

Maritz Elevate (29 avril - 2 mai, Vancouver, Canada)
Attendees: Jenna Wiese & John Sklencar
DDC aligned with Maritz as partners to envision and enable change within the events industry. Together, the two teams explored dynamics shaping event adaptation, emphasized community collaboration for innovation and strategized on sustainability and inclusivity for future events. DDC also engaged in strategic discussions with Maritz account executives during the learning excursions and immersive workshops, fostering peer-to-peer dialogue to develop actionable strategies for advancing event portfolios.
DDC ciblait les clients suivants : 

• Académie de pharmacie de soins gérés
• American Academy of Ophthalmology
• American Dental Association
• Edward Jones
• Red Hat, Inc.

Visites de site définitives

The Institute of Internal Auditors (July 14-16, 2024)

• 1,048 peak rooms; 4,021 total room nights; 2,500 attendees per year
• Walter E. Washington Convention Center et plusieurs sites 
• American Society of Landscape Architects (Oct. 5-8, 2024) 
• 2,082 peak rooms; 10,604 total room nights; 6,000 attendees per year

American Society of Landscape Architects (Oct. 5-8, 2024) 

• 2,082 peak rooms; 10,604 total room nights; 6,000 attendees per year
• Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE) (March 31-April 1, 2025)

• 100 peak rooms; 260 total room nights; 1,000 attendees per year
• Walter E. Washington Convention Center
• The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (April 30-May 2, 2025)
• 842 peak rooms; 3,032 total room nights; 2,000 attendees per year

Visites provisoires du site

American Psychological Association (March 13-15, 2025)

• 185 peak rooms; 512 total room nights; 250 attendees
• Plusieurs lieux

Greenbook (May 13-14, 2025)

• 415 peak rooms; 1,075 total room nights; 1,000 attendees
• Plusieurs lieux

American Bar Association (April 14-15, 2026)

• 160 peak rooms; 350 total room nights; 250 attendees
• Plusieurs lieux

National Guardianship Association (Oct. 24-26, 2026)

• 356 peak rooms; 1,327 total room nights; 500 attendees
• Plusieurs lieux

VENTES DE CONVENTION INTERNATIONALE : appels de vente, développement d'offres, programmation stratégique, visites de familiarisation et visites de sites

Cherry Blossom Activation & Lunch and Learn (April 12, London, United Kingdom)
Attendee: Natalie Beagle 
Event agencies were treated to an exclusive lunch at RAILS restaurant as part of DDC’s cherry blossom consumer activation in the highly visible Kings Cross station. Springtime in Washington, DC offered the perfect theme for networking, a destination presentation and an #Only1DC-inspired game of Bingo to showcase the city for business events and incentive travel. These new client connections will lead to more opportunities and further strengthen DDC’s presence within the United Kingdom events market.
DDC ciblait les clients suivants : 

• CI Group
• CWT
• IQPC Ltd. 
• Legacy Events
• Nova Prive
• Shore Events Limited Shore Events Limited
• Mur blanc
• Your Event Solutions

Destination Discovery: Springtime in Washington, DC United Kingdom Client Familiarization Trip (April 18-21, Washington, DC)
Attendees: Tara Miller, Emma Stubblefield & Natalie Beagle
Familiarization trips and destination discovery tours offer a valuable opportunity to showcase DC to prospective clients. In partnership with All About Flights, the Global Sales team welcomed eight meeting and event planners from the United Kingdom for a customized three-day itinerary. Clients experienced #Only1DC firsthand, learning why they should place future meetings, events and incentive travel programs in the nation’s capital.
DDC ciblait les clients suivants : 

• Agito
• DRPG
• EMC3
• Financial Times Live
• Lime Blue Solutions
• Rockitfish
• The Event Book
• veSpace International
• ZiaBia

Visites provisoires du site

National Homeland Security Association (Aug. 24-27, 2025)

• 900 peak rooms; 3,700 total room nights; 1,600 attendees 
• Walter E. Washington Convention Center et plusieurs sites 

Activités à venir :

Ventes de congrès nationaux

• Association of Meeting Professionals Golf Tournament (May 3, Woodbridge, VA)
• Society of Government Meeting Professionals (SGMP) National Education Conference (May 7-9, Omaha, NE) 
• Atlanta Sales Mission (May 8-10, Atlanta, GA) 
• City Nation Place Americas (May 14-15, Houston, TX) 
• HelmsBriscoe ABC (May 14-17, Las Vegas, NV)
• Unique Venue Fam (May 15, Washington, DC)
• Rooftop Event (May 16, Washington, DC) 
• Meeting Professionals International World Education Congress (May 21-23, Louisville, KY)
• Professional Convention Management Association Philadelphia Event (May 23, Philadelphia, PA)
• Exhibition and Convention Executives Forum (May 29, Washington, DC)

Ventes de congrès internationaux

• City Nation Place Americas (May 14-15, Houston, TX)
• IMEX Francfort (14-16 mai, Francfort, Allemagne)
• Congrès mondial des associations (9-11 juin, Graz, Autriche)
• FIEXPO Latin America (June 10-13, Panamá City, Panamá)
• The Meetings Show (19-20 juin, Londres, Royaume-Uni)

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