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“Destination DC has helped us place several meetings from the size of 100 attendees to well over 2,000 attendees ... they don’t stop there. They help us find the right vendors and continually follow up to ensure we are getting the service we need.”
– Sarah Timm, CAE, CMP-HC, President & CEO, Parthenon Management Group, LLC
Finding the right space in a busy city can be daunting but not with DDC on your side. Our services team supports planners with sourcing meeting space, special event venues and overflow room blocks tailored to every group size. Thanks to our deep relationships with hotels across the city– from the expansive Marriott Marquis and Washington Hilton to boutique gems like The LINE and The Darcy – our partners access exclusive availability and rates without stress.
9th Annual Krewe of Pyros Mardi Gras Ball Weekend
"With over 2,500 attendees across three days, DDC’s local expertise helped us host successful events at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. ... We were proud to give back by working with these local businesses and engaging over 50 Howard University student volunteers.”
– J.C. Walker, Founder and Captain, Krewe of Pyros Mardi Gras Ball Weekend Organizers
The right local vendors can transform an event, and DDC helps planners find them fast. From branded keepsakes to live entertainment, our team connects you with trusted suppliers who bring your vision to life while also supporting DC’s small businesses.
DDC’s Services team helped the Krewe of Pyros source DC-made candy, custom glassware, photo booths and more. The organization’s partnership with DDC helped book a local go-go band, Experience Band & Show, to bring Mardi Gras to life. Other clients have tapped DDC to find Japanese drummers to highlight the cherry blossom season, bilingual emcees to connect attendees and sustainable caterers and DEI-focused partners to align with their mission.
“During each Delta Sigma Theta Sorority National Convention, we strive to give back to the city that hosted us. ... On Impact Day, we packed and donated nearly 3,000 menstrual hygiene kits through our R.E.D. (Restoring Equity and Dignity) Circle of Compassion initiative, supporting local organizations like Covenant House Washington, Harriet Tubman Women’s Shelter, and Dolls & Dreams.”
– Rosie Allen-Herring, 57th National Convention Coordinator, Delta Sigma Theta
Meeting in the nation’s capital is a unique opportunity to make an impact and promote positive change. Let DDC help you realize your potential to drive social change by connecting you to communities that align with your mission, helping you to leave your conference with a legacy.
Whether your organization follows the inspiring lead of Delta Sigma Theta, which collected over 3,000 kits to combat period poverty in the DC area and beyond, or partners with local changemakers, like AIA did with DC Central Kitchen, your conference has the chance to be a catalyst. DDC is here to help connect you with purpose-driven organizations that will leave a legacy for your institution in the DC community even after your program is done.
“The Redcoats’ proactive attitudes and willingness to jump in made a lasting impression. It’s clear DDC prioritizes excellence at every level.”
– Lisa Astorga, Director of Meetings, International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis, Inc.
DDC’s Redcoats are more than event staff – they’re problem solvers with poise and experience. With over 125 trained professionals available to support registration, information desks, greeter stations and more, your event will benefit from polished, on-site support at every guest touchpoint.
Groups like Nutanix .NEXT, the Association of the U.S. Army and the Conference of Consulting Actuaries have all praised the Redcoats for their reliability and hospitality ensuring their attendees felt welcomed, informed and taken care of.
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“The AIA conference is much more than a convention center destination. We do 85 city architectural tours – from The Wharf to Benjamin Banneker Park. People love being able to really appreciate the city.”
– Andrew Flank, SVP, American Institute of Architects (AIA)
When you meet in DC, the whole city becomes your venue and DDC helps you personalize resources to fit your needs. Our customized marketing assets, like save-the-date copy, destination videos and tailored restaurant lists, coupled with behind-the-scenes access across the city, set your team up for success at all points of the conference experience.
From AIA’s architecture tours to American College of Real Estate Lawyers’ personalized receptions and American Association of Physicists in Medicine's custom hotel map, the team works with your goals in mind to build experiences and resources that resonate with attendees while in the city and long after they leave.
DDC’s team of experts is ready to bring your vision to life with strong citywide connections and in-depth knowledge that’s helped so many planners succeed.
Ready to elevate your DC meeting? Submit a Meetings Services RFP or connect with DDC’s team today.
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