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February 4-5, 2014

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) Duluth, MN

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WelcomeWe’re looking forward to being back inDuluth and I hope to see as many of youas possible at the 2014 Explore Minnesota

 Tourism Conference this February.

 The Tourism Conference offers informationon the latest trends in tourism marketing,networking opportunities, and a celebration

of our achievements at the “Excellence in Tourism” Awards Banquet.

With our increased budget, new partnershipand cooperative advertising programs, andan ever-changing marketplace, this is anexciting year to be part of the Minnesotatourism industry because the Future’s So

Bright!

I look forward to seeing you there.

John Edman

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ScheduleMonday, February 3

Optional pre-conference activities (additional fee $25):

2:00 p.m. Pre-conference seminar: “Be Proactive - Working WithGovernment Officials to Create Change”

5:00 p.m. Dinner at Canal Park Brewing Company - Brewery tourswill also be offered

Tuesday, February 4

Pre-conference meeting:

9:00 a.m. Minnesota Lodging Association

9:00 a.m. MACVB Meeting

10:00 a.m. Making the Most of Explore Minnesota TourismOpportunities

Conference begins:

11:30 a.m. Lunch and Opening Session“Minnesota Tourism – Future’s So Bright”John Edman, Director Explore Minnesota Tourism

1:15 p.m. Breakout Session I• State of the Industry Roundtable• Pool Your Resources to Produce Bigger Results•

 Big & Small: Communities Can Score with SportsMarketing• Getting the Most from Online Travel Agencies• Focusing on Foodies Pays Off 

2:30p.m. Break – Travel Marketplace/Silent Auction opens

3:15 p.m. Keynote Speaker  “Travel Advertising – Getting the Right Mix”

Steve Parker Jr, Co-Founder and Managing Partner,Levelwing

6:00 p.m. Opening Reception in the Travel Marketplace

7:00 p.m. Excellence in Tourism Awards Banquet

Wednesday, February 5

7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Breakfast

8:30 a.m. General Session“Transportation & Tourism – Working Together ToBuild for the Future”Charles Zelle, Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Transportation

9:30 a.m. Breakout Session II• Social Media Overview & Digital Trends 2014• Focus on the Fundamentals• Fitness Is Fun and Fruitful• Promoting Across Borders North & South - Canada &Mexico• Minnesota’s Image vs Our Competition

10:45 a.m. Break in the Travel Marketplace

11:15 a.m. Breakout Session III – Technology Speed Session• This session offers an opportunity to connect withthose knowledgeable about technology issues.

  • There will be 5 -15 minute sessions. Topics to include:Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, User Reviews, Yelp,Web Content, Mobile

12:30 p.m. Luncheon  “Growing Minnesota’s Image as a Sports Destination”

Michelle Kelm Helgen, Chair, Minnesota Sports FacilitiesAuthority

2:15 p.m. Wrap-up session and prize give-away

2:45 p.m. Conference ends

 All conference activities will be held at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) except the Monday night dinner 

  for education session descriptions.

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LodgingLodging is available at two properties in Duluth offering special rates for the Explore Minnesota Tourism Conference.

Make your hotel reservations directly with the hotels at the phone numbers or online link below. Room blocks areheld until January 21, 2014 and are subject to availability after that date.

Holiday Inn and Suites Downtown Duluth200 West First StreetDuluth, MN 55802www.hiduluth.com Reservations: 218 722 1202 or 800-477 7089Rate: $89 + tax

Click here for online reservations.

Canal Park Lodge250 Canal Park DriveDuluth, MN 55802

www.canalparklodge.com Reservations: 1-800-777-8560Rate: $85 + tax

Click here for online reservations.

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Payments for online registrations must be postmarked by January 24 to qualify for Early Registration of $249.

If you are unable to register online, please complete this form and return it along with a check payable to Explore Minnesota Tourism or with credit card information completed.

$249 Early Registration: Registrations received with full payment, postmarked by January 24

$279 Registration: Registrations received without payment or postmarked January 25 or later

$225 Multi-Attendee Registration: Registration for the 2nd and all subsequent registrations/same organization

$25 Optional Pre-Conference Activities: Includes Monday educational session and dinner.

Please check the type(s) of registration:

Pre-Conference Activities $25 q

Early Rate $249 q  Registration Rate $279 qMulti-Attendee Rate $225 qStudent Rate $125 q

 Tuesday only $139 q  Wednesday only $139 qAwards Dinner Only $40 q

Please check meals attending: ALL meals q or

 Tuesday, February 4: Lunch qEvening Welcome Reception qAwards Banquet q

Wednesday, February 5: Breakfast q Lunch q

Please list any special dietary needs:

PRINT OR TYPE: (one form per person)

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Organization

Address

City State Zip Code

Phone E-mail

MAIL or FAX COMPLETED FORM AND PAYMENT TO:

Explore Minnesota Tourism Conference, 121 7th Place E, #100, St. Paul MN 55101-2146 ; Fax: 651 296-7095

Payment policy: Registration fee must be paid prior to the conference or at time of check-in at the conference registration desk.

(For state agencies - Interagency Payment Info: Agency B20, Acct 2000-B202404-B2034400, Rev Source 622515)

Visa and Mastercard are accepted for registration. If using a credit card, fill out the information below:

Visa qMastercard q

  (Account number) (Expiration date) (3-digit security code)

 Total amount to charge: $

Cancellation Policy: Any cancellations made prior to January 25 will be given a full refund. Cancellations made after that time,

or no shows, will not receive a refund. Registrations are transferable. If you need special accommodations to register or fullyparticipate in this event, call Tina Skala at 651 757-1848, 800 657-3637 or email [email protected].

 TTY Relay Service for Hearing Impaired, 800 627-3529.

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