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Jay Newton-Small of TIME sites various statistics on DC as the #1 city for women in tech in her story. TIME.com, Feb. 27, 2018: Silicon Valley Is a Boys Club. But This City Is Surprisingly Good for Women in Tech Tara Miller, Senior Manager of International Sales at Destination DC, shares how DC is a leader in technology, social entrepreneurship and innovation. Union of International Associations, Feb. 6, 2018: Why Washington, DC? Matt Swenson of Connect features Washington, DC’s assets in the technology space as well as city developments and updates. Connect, Aug. 7, 2017: Washington, DC: An Innovation Capital Washington Business Journal reports on DC as one of the nation's top tech towns in venture capital, knowledge workers, tech workers, growth entrepreneurship and an educated workforce. Washington Business Journal, June 12, 2017: D.C. one of the nation’s top tech towns? You better believe it, one major real estate firm says. Washington, DC and its tech initiative were used as a case study in this report from Skift and Meetings Mean Business. Skift & Meetings Mean Business, April 2017: Defining Conventions As Urban Innovation and Economic Accelerators Meetings Today talked with Destination DC President and CEO Elliott Ferguson about efforts to attract more tech meetings. Meetings Today, April 2017: DC Makes Push for Tech Meetings Elliott Ferguson also conducted a Q&A with Smart Meetings that touches on recent developments in the District, as well as other features that make the city ideal for meetings and conventions. Smart Meetings, April 2017: First Person Q&A: Elliott Ferguson, president and CEO of Destination DC DC is highlighted as a “tech-savvy” meeting site in this piece from Smart Meetings. Smart Meetings, April 28, 2017: Creating Onsite Video Content Greg Oates of Skift highlights DC in a report on “Inclusive Innovation,” and references Destination DC’s white paper on Washington, DC’s status as a technology hub. Skift, March 22, 2017: Behind The Rise of Diversity in the Meetings Industry – Meetings Innovation Report Plan your meeting in Washington, DC and dfiscover why the nation's capital is an industry-leading knowledge hub.
Connecticut Avenue Collection
Two of DC hospitality's biggest names – Washington Hilton and the Omni Shoreham Hotel – have come together to form the Connecticut Avenue Collection (CAC), a one-of-a-kind answer for meeting planners. The convention hotel duo offers planners a spacious, scenic and elegant alternative to the nearby hustle and bustle of downtown DC. Two Trusted Hotel Brands as One The two hotels comprising the CAC are ranked among DC's top five largest convention hotels. Book through the CAC and receive perks like inclusive values on meeting space, complimentary transportation and a robust concessions package. The Location A comfortable Upper Northwest retreat, the two CAC hotels are the ideal setting for immersive meetings and conventions. Rock Creek Park surrounds the Connecticut Avenue corridor, along with nearby cafes, shops, restaurants and the National Zoo. Attendees will enjoy them all, plus historic neighborhoods like Dupont Circle and Woodley Park, as well as eclectic ones, like nearby Adams Morgan. The Feel History and prestige permeate each hotel. The Omni Shoreham has served bigger-than-life stars like The Beatles and the Washington Hilton is home to the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner. Much of the hotels’ revered history has returned. The Hilton has added luxury condos, while the Omni renovated its meeting spaces with an Art Deco makeover. Add an attentive staff and unmatched spaces to the where-to-see-and-be-seen atmosphere, and you have the makings of an unforgettable meeting experience. The Benefits Nestled in Northwest Washington, DC, the Connecticut Avenue Collection is designed especially for groups seeking the intimate feeling, personalized service and inclusive price structure of a first-class hotel but need the space of a larger convention facility. The Connecticut Avenue Collection Concessions Package includes: Complimentary shuttle service between the two hotels* Complimentary meeting space Complimentary VIP welcome reception for up to 100 people Welcome signs and buttons Easy access to DC’s world-famous attractions and hip neighborhoods via two Metro stations located steps away A dedicated team of convention services professionals who are ready to help you create a memorable event *Provided a minimum of 2,200 guest rooms are used within the three hotels on peak night. Fill out an RFP today.
Convention Sales and Services
DOMESTIC CONVENTION SALES: Promotions, Sales Calls, Trade Shows and Events The team’s proactive efforts resulted in 119 presentations, virtual client sales calls and in-person meetings throughout the month of August. Highlights include: American Cancer Society American Society for Radiation Oncology Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Department of State Haitian Ladies Network National Black MBA Association National Coalition of Black Meetings Professional National Kidney Foundation Proforma Print Marketing Siemens The Center for Association Leadership Corporate 3 Day FAM (Sept. 10-12, Washington, DC) DDC Staff: Melissa Riley, Dianna Waldroup, Bill Adams, Jenna Wiese, John Sklencar, Megan Fariel Co-Op: Westin Washington DC Downtown, Washington Hilton, Marriott Marquis Washington DC, PRA DMC, Access DMC Destination DC hosted 13 third party corporate planning clients to experience DC outside of the meeting space. Destination DC showcased historic DC such as the National Mall and the US Capitol, while highlighting DC’s cultural impact at the Kennedy Center and a DC Street Art walking tour. We educated planners about our largest DC hotels and the convention center, while giving them an idea of how their clients would truly benefit from bringing their programs to DC. DDC targeted the following customers: Enterprise Events Group Etherio First Agency Helmsbriscoe HPN Global Meetings Made Easy Prestige Global Meetings Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Philadelphia Education Day & Trade Show (Sept. 12, Philadelphia, PA) DDC Staff: Shirley Del Carpio, John Sklencar Destination DC proudly sponsored the tradeshow bags for this event which brought together over 100 association meeting planners and 50 exhibitors for a day of insightful sessions. Industry leaders, including Joshua L. Grimes from Grimes Law Offices, LLC, discussed the latest trends in contracting, while Kimberly Hardcastle Geddes from mdg, A Freeman Company shared invaluable insights on strategic planning, campaign execution, and enhancing the onsite experience. The day concluded with a delightful dinner hosted by Destination DC, offering an opportunity for clients to connect and unwind. DDC targeted the following customers: American Association of Cancer Research American College of Physicians American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Helmsbriscoe Lamont and Company Freeman Golf Classic (Sept. 17, Dulles, VA) DDC Staff: Dianna Waldroup, Bill Adams, Priscilla Alvarez, Kate Anaya, Emily Ogorzalek Co-Op: The Embassy suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center Destination DC sponsored the 14th Annual Freeman Charity Golf Classic at the 1757 Golf Club. This event brought together over 140 guests from across the industry. Our sponsorship featured both a margarita station and a grill station, which quickly became popular spots throughout the day. DDC staff had the opportunity to connect with many potential clients, engaging in productive conversations and discussing future collaborations. The event was not only a great opportunity to give back but also to build lasting connections with industry members. DDC targeted the following customers: American Society of Hematology HelmsBriscoe National Defense Industrial Association Prestige Partner Events and Sales Calls (Sept. 19-20, Minneapolis, MN) DDC Staff: Jenna Wiese DDC recently attended the event as part of our ongoing partnership with Prestige. This event provided an excellent opportunity to connect with industry professionals and showcase what Washington, DC has to offer. In addition to the event, Destination DC also met with several customers in the Minneapolis area, strengthening our relationships in the region. DDC targeted the following customers: IDeaS Land O’Lakes Prestige Partner Events (Sept. 25-26, Dallas, TX) DDC Staff: Jenna Wiese This event not only provided an opportunity for Destination DC to reinforce our partnership with Prestige but also highlight the unique offerings of Washington, DC. This gathering allowed us to engage with key industry professionals and share insights about our destination. DDC staff also took the opportunity to have one-on-one meetings with customers, further building connections and expanding our reach. DDC targeted the following customers: Cardinal Health Riveron Tyler Technologies Hospitality Industry Crab Feast (Sept. 25, Arlington, VA) DDC Staff: Shirley Del Carpio, Brandon Murray, Priscilla Alvarez DDC hosted clients at this highly anticipated annual feast. Guests savored a mouthwatering array of freshly caught blue crab, perfectly paired with refreshing beverages and appetizers. It was a fantastic opportunity to reconnect and build new relationships and exchange ideas in a vibrant, inviting atmosphere. DDC targeted the following customers: Multistate Tax Commission National Business Aviation Association National Education Association National Federation of Republican Women National Industries for the Blind Definite Site Visits Cardiovascular Research Foundation (Oct. 26-29, 2024) 4,175 peak rooms; 19,948 total room nights; 12,000 attendees Walter E. Washington Convention Center and multiple venues American Geophysical Union (Dec. 8-12, 2024) 8,800 peak rooms; 48,424 total room nights; 24,000 attendees Walter E. Washington Convention Center and multiple venues American Veterinary Medical Association (Jul. 18-20, 2025) 3,200 peak rooms; 14,848 total room nights; 4,000 attendees Walter E. Washington Convention Center and multiple venues American Academy of Dermatology (Mar. 16-19, 2028) 7,500 peak rooms; 33,825 total room nights; 18,000 attendees Walter E. Washington Convention Center and multiple venues Tentative Site Visits National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Science (Jun. 13-14, 2026; Jun. 12-13, 2027) 146 peak rooms per year; 420 total room nights per year; 300 attendees per year Multiple venues Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (Mar. 25-27, 2027) 1,310 peak rooms; 4,223 total room nights; 7,000 attendees Walter E. Washington Convention Center and multiple venues Laird Norton (Jun. 24-26, 2027) 205 peak rooms; 747 total room nights; 350 attendees Multiple venues American Academy of Dermatology (Mar. 27-30, 2031; Mar. 23-26, 2034; Mar.26-29, 2037) 7,500 peak rooms/per year; 34,575 total room nights/per year; 18,000 attendees/per year Walter E. Washington Convention Center and multiple venues GLOBAL CONVENTION SALES: Sales Calls, Bid Development, Strategic Programming, Familiarization Tours, Site Visits and Tradeshows With a continued focus on proactive client outreach, personalized touchpoints and international bid development, the team engaged prospective accounts and tentative leads throughout the month of September. Highlights included: Alzheimer's Association Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis Baker Tilly Canada Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP International Association of Public Transport International News Media Association Kao Corporation Lions Clubs International Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer One10 Safety Pharmacology Society Strategic Site Selection World Bank Group International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) Future of Healthcare Meeting (Sept. 2-4, Zurich, Switzerland) DDC Staff: Tara Miller Healthcare professionals, healthcare association leaders and meeting suppliers came together to collaboratively explore how healthcare meetings should evolve to stay relevant and engaging for future generations. Destination DC’s participation provided one-to-one meetings and relationship building with key medical association executives. DDC targeted the following customers: International Brain Injury Association (IBIA) International Cartilage Regeneration & Joint Preservation Society (ICRS) International Confederation of Contamination Control Societies (ICCCS) International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT) International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC) Parthenon Management Company World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine (WADEM) World Physiotherapy Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Convening EMEA (Sept. 30-Oct. 1, Barcelona, Spain) DDC Staff: Melissa Riley This annual flagship event is an immersive three-day program for the global business events industry from PCMA’s Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) region. In addition to engaging with association and corporate customers throughout the program, Destination DC led a conversation about aligning meeting agendas with destination values and participated in the BestCities Global Alliance breakfast. Co-located with PCMA Convening EMEA was Convene 4 Climate, an inaugural meeting to discuss how the business events industry can create more responsible and sustainability-focused events. Upcoming Activities: Domestic Convention Sales Turkish Cultural Night (Oct. 2, Washington, DC) Helmets to Hardhats (North America's Building Trade Unions) (Oct. 11, Queenstown, MD) Ravens/Commanders Game (Oct. 13, Baltimore, MD) Far Hills Race Meeting Tent (Oct. 19, Far Hills, NJ) Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Rocky Mountain Chapter Fall Meeting & Client Event (Oct. 24-25, Denver, CO) Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Greater New York Board Retreat (Oct. 27-30, Atlantic City, NJ) Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Exhale (Oct. 30-Nov. 2, Austin, TX) Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Greater Midwest Chapter Fall Meeting (TBD, Oct., Chicago, IL) International Convention Sales IMEX America (Oct. 8-10, Las Vegas, Nevada) Post-IMEX America Familiarization Trip (Oct. 10-13, Washington, DC) International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) Congress (Oct. 20-23, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates) City Nation Place Global Conference (Nov. 6-7, London, United Kingdom) IBTM World (Nov. 19-21, Barcelona, Spain) Check out the full Destination DC Member News to learn more about what's going on this month.
Cosa fare
Scoprite qualcosa da fare ad ogni angolo e dietro ogni monumento della città. Passate le mattinate a contemplare i monumenti commemorativi nazionali o camminate lungo i corridoi dello Smithsonian. Trascorrete interi pomeriggi facendo un giro turistico o dando un’occhiata qua e là ai negozi locali e salutate la serata con un buon pasto completo, una birra ghiacciata o un drink in un cocktail lounge. Le meraviglie che Washington, DC ha da offrirvi comprendono: Arte e cultura: all’ombra dei monumenti di Washington, DC poggiano le fondamenta della città, arte e cultura. Divertimento e vita notturna: la notte è sempre giovane e il divertimento è sempre un’avventura. Storia ed eredità culturale: ricca di storia e orgogliosa della propria eredità culturale, non è un caso che Washington, DC sia il centro culturale americano. Monumenti e memorial: il Jefferson Memorial, il Lincoln Memorial, il Washington Monument. Diciamoci la verità, sono i monumenti e i memorial famosi il motivo per cui siete qui. Musei: la città tutta è un’opera d’arte, ma i pezzi più pregiati si trovano nei musei, molti dei quali a ingresso gratuito. Sport e attività ricreative all’aperto: mettetevi in gioco, o rilassatevi e godetevi lo spettacolo! Scoprite il volto attivo di Washington, DC godendovi un evento sportivo professionistico o cimentandovi sulle piste ciclabili della città. Zoo, parchi e natura: godetevi i posti all’aria aperta di Washington, DC. Dallo Zoo Nazionale ai numerosi parchi presenti in tutta la città, esistono tantissimi modi di passare una giornata in piena natura. Attrazioni: non tutte le attrazioni di Washington, DC sono costituite da monumenti nazionali. Da storici teatri attivi nel campo dello spettacolo a gallerie d’arte ipermoderne, sono tante le attrazioni da esplorare. E non dimentichiamo che alcune delle miglior attrazioni di Washington, DC sono gratuite! Tour e gite turistiche: Washington, DC è densa di storia. Uno dei modi migliori per scoprirla in lungo e in largo è attraverso un tour della città. Shopping: Washington, DC è popolata da quartieri commerciali, centri commerciali, negozi di souvenir e gallerie d’arte che aspettano solo di essere esplorati. Spa e centri di bellezza: quando si tratta di rilassarsi, Washington, DC offre una molteplicità di spa e centri di bellezza, club sportivi e resort esclusivi compresi. Esplora i nostri quartieri per scoprire quale zona di DC fa per te. Esplora tutto ciò che c’è da fare.