AMCI 2025 Strategic Partners

Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI) serves as the global sales and marketing extension to a carefully curated portfolio of more than 300 of the world's most distinguished independent luxury hotels and resorts, cruise lines and destination management companies.

Building upon 30 years of experience within the industry, ALHI continuously strives to be intentionally different by offering an exclusive portfolio that embodies an independent spirt and commitment to excellence. Staying true to this vision, only a handful of properties are selected to join the curated collection annually. It is this ethos that earns ALHI the most notable accolades in the meeting and events industry, which we take great pride in and strive to maintain.

With hospitality and service at our core, ALHI serves as stewards for the hospitality and meetings industry, sharing best practices, connecting people and fostering innovation to empower our community. Contact Jim Perrin for more information.

Association Member Benefits Advisors (AMBA) is a national affinity-based membership and marketing insurance agency focused on providing association solutions and benefits to members. AMBA provides a full business suite of insurance products for AMCs to include Cyber, General Liability, Directors and Officers Insurance, as well as Errors and Omissions and ExpoPlu$ event insurance. With a comprehensive product offering, and a vast array of member benefits, we are proud to serve over 450 client associations nationwide. Visit www.amcbenefitsolutions.com to learn more. AMBA is happy to offer all AMCs a free insurance program review with one of their knowledgeable team members. Contact AMBA today at: 877-451-4003 or email [email protected]!

Introducing an organization that welcomes taste buds, tech conferences and bubble tea lovers alike. We’ll show you where to have girls’ night out and where to find green spaces. We cater to families, foodies, solo travelers, event planners, and Marathon runners. There are a million reasons to love Boston, meet the one organization that can introduce you to them all:  Meet Boston.
The Meet Boston mission is to elevate Boston’s vibrant neighborhoods and diverse people, amplifying their stories and sharing them locally and across the globe. We deliver exciting and inclusive programs and services that drive our local economy by unifying an eclectic range of community stakeholders around the opportunities, experiences and energy that define our destination and enhance our industry.  Learn more at https://www.meetboston.com/

 

The Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau is a private, not-for-profit organization whose mission is to market and sell the metropolitan Detroit area on a worldwide basis as a destination for leisure and business travel including conventions, trade shows, corporate meetings, tours and incentive travel to maximize additional visitors, visitor expenditures, state and local tax revenues and job opportunities. More than 700 businesses are represented in the DMCVB’s membership. The DMCVB was founded in 1896 as the world’s first convention and visitors' bureau. Contact Sheila Neal for more information.

 

Destination DC is a vital economic development organization that promotes Washington, DC as a world-class destination for conventions, tourism, sports and special events with an emphasis on the arts, cultural and historical communities. DDC is a private, non-profit corporation with a membership of over 1,000 businesses and organizations that support the DC travel and tourism sector. The organization's work helps to generate economic impact for the city, create jobs and support local businesses. Destination DC is also a leader in promoting sustainable tourism practices.

Destination DC attracts and promotes an extensive variety of events to the LEED-certified Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a state-of-the-art facility that is equipped to handle events of all sizes.

Learn what sets Destination DC apart! https://washington.org/meetings


For more than 78 years, Encore, formerly PSAV®, has been setting the standard for event technology services within the hotel, resort, and conference center industry, offering the expertise for everything from intimate gatherings to large conventions.

Today, audiovisual support is no longer simply a microphone and a flipchart. It now includes computer interfaces, high-definition imaging, rigging, power distribution, component video, concert sound and lighting, Internet and network services, special effects, virtual meetings, exhibitor services, plus all the traditional basic equipment. Our focus is on delivering innovative technology, combined with legendary customer service to ensure your satisfaction and that of your attendees.

Our depth of local resources, including hospitality professionals, technical experts, and extensive audiovisual inventory, turns good into spectacular with ingenuity and inspiration. From boardroom to ballroom, courtyard to convention center, Encore has a customized solution for every challenge. Add our flexible approach, access to advanced technology, unparalleled execution consistency, and a proven understanding of the science behind attendee learning, your choice becomes crystal clear — when you select Encore to manage backstage, the experience onstage will be extraordinary. To learn more, visit https://encoreglobal.com/. 

Introducing the European CVB Hub – a dynamic partnership between three of Europe's premier meeting destinations: Copenhagen, Vienna, and Barcelona.

This collaboration combines our collective expertise and forward-thinking vision to shape the future of international events. As a progressive force, the Hub offers invaluable resources and tools for Association Management Companies (AMCs), empowering event organizers to create exceptional experiences.

United by a shared steadfast commitment to sustainability, education, and building lasting legacies, the Copenhagen, Vienna, and Barcelona Convention Bureaus bring unparalleled expertise, ensuring every event leaves a meaningful impact on both participants and host destinations. Discover for yourself: www.copenhagenconventionbureau.com ; https://meeting.vienna.info/en ; https://www.barcelonaconventionbureau.com/en/

GrowthZone provides proven association management software (AMS) solutions and a community platform designed to help association management companies manage and view all of the associations they serve.

GrowthZone AMS features marketing automation, a community platform, event management, continuing education management & tracking, and more. The all-in-one solution helps AMCs grow revenue, engage and inform members, and automate tasks.

MemberSuite by GrowthZone is the most configurable AMS on the market. The powerful software provides mid- and enterprise-level AMCs with a built-in data warehouse, a community platform, bi-directional API integrations, and dozens of productivity modules. The fully customizable AMS is changing the way modern AMCs do business.

AMCs count on our industry-leading customer service and support. Schedule a demo to learn which solution is best suited for your unique AMC structure. Visit www.GrowthZone.com.

As Asia's favorite single destination, Hong Kong prides itself on a wealth of attractions and experiences that will stir the heart and provide business groups with a remarkable experience.  Hong Kong's reputation as Asia’s World City and economic capital makes it the perfect backdrop for any meeting, convention, or incentive gathering.  Hong Kong offers the finest in infrastructure and service for incoming business groups whatever the style or budget.

Meetings & Exhibitions Hong Kong, the MICE division of the Hong Kong Tourism Board, provides unbiased counsel and assistance in planning perfect meetings. conventions and incentives including bid assistance, online RFP services, promotional and marketing aids and special privileges for international programs. For more information about meeting in Hong Kong, contact [email protected].

IHG Hotels & Resorts is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good. With a family of 19 hotel brands and IHG One Rewards, one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programs, IHG has over 6,200 open hotels in over 100 countries, and nearly 2,000 in the development pipeline.

Visit us online for more about our hotels and reservations and IHG One Rewards. To download the new IHG One Rewards app, visit the Apple App or Google Play stores.

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) attracts visitors by positioning Las Vegas as the undisputed global destination for leisure and business travel. The LVCVA also owns and operates the Las Vegas Convention Center. With 151,000 guest rooms and more than 15 million square feet of meeting and exhibit space, Las Vegas has evolved tremendously in recent years and continues to capture the world’s imagination. Beyond the 24-hour-a-day casino excitement are world-class restaurants, entertainment, professional sports teams and special events, shopping, spas and golf – not to mention the greatest variety of meetings venues and accommodations in the world.

 Contact Maggie Olmetti and start planning for the extraordinary. 

Marriott Bonvoy®, Marriott International’s award-winning travel program and marketplace, invites travelers to experience the extraordinary at thousands of hotels and resorts worldwide. Members earn points toward free nights, unrivaled experiences, flights, and more.

To enroll for free or for more information about Marriott Bonvoy, visit marriottbonvoy.com.

 

Here at MGM Resorts, meetings are mind-growing and mind-blowing. With best-in-class event destinations in Las Vegas, Detroit, Springfield, National Harbor, Biloxi and Atlantic City, MGM Resorts offers over four million square feet of flexible meeting space, more than 40,000 guest rooms and suites, and multiple theaters and arenas. As one of the world’s largest entertainment and hospitality companies, our thrilling venues cater to any group size and type—and our wide selection of amenities help you arrive feeling inspired and return home refreshed. For exceptional meetings that draw upon inspirational venues, expertly trained staff and responsible business practices, you have to be here

It all starts with our meetings spaces. Miami has countless options of distinctive spaces that offer state-of-the-art, flexible indoor locations. From there we offer a world of great hotel, dining and entertainment options fit for every budget.

When your attendees are ready to explore, Miami is the perfect playground for them to discover what they are looking for. Outdoor adventure, art, culture, shopping, entertainment, eclectic neighborhoods and an array of dining options that range from Michelin star restaurants to eating under the stars at popular food trucks and pop-ups.

As your Miami meeting specialists, we’re here to help by facilitating relationships between meeting planners, venues and specialty partners. Each of our sales team member are uniquely qualified to help you plan a successful and memorable Miami meeting, with knowledge and expertise of the destination that is hard to rival. Our goal is to not just meet your expectations, but to exceed them. We are here to help you create success and look forward to connecting.

Miami Meetings

 

Milwaukee is the premier convention destination with fresh city vibes. The newly expanded Baird Center emerged last year as a symbol of innovation and accessibility. The $456 million expansion doubled its total space to an impressive 1.3 million square feet including the rooftop Baird Ballroom and Baird Sky View Terrace overlooking the city.  Beyond impressive meeting spaces lies a city teeming with excitement and cultural richness. Explore the legendary brewery scene, where every pour tells a story. Love great food? Milwaukee’s culinary scene is second to none, with award-winning restaurants that even wowed “Top Chef.” And a trip to Milwaukee isn’t complete without a cruise on Lake Michigan, kayaking on the water or strolling along the shore.

Start planning today at visitmilwaukee.org/meet.

 


Discover Canada’s top three meeting destinations, Business Events Montréal, Destination Toronto, and Destination Vancouver (MTV). While each destination has individual and unique offerings, they share commonalities including leaders in the meetings & events industry dedicated to the advancement of education & leadership in the AMC community, deep-rooted commitment to multiculturalism, diversity, and inclusion, and strong air access for North American & International destinations. Discover for yourself:  https://meetings.mtl.org/en, Destinationtoronto.com and www.destinationvancouver.com.

Momentive Software (formerly Community Brands) amplifies the impact of over 30,000 purpose-driven organizations in over 30 countries. Mission–driven organizations and associations rely on the company’s cloud-based software and services to solve their most critical challenges: engage the people they serve, simplify operations, and grow revenue. Built with reliability at the core and strategically focused on events, careers, fundraising, financials, and operations, our solutions suite is bound by a common purpose to serve the organizations that make our communities a better place to live. Learn more at momentivesoftware.com

Where Work and Play Meet! Over $8 billion in development is reshaping the convention attendee experience in Omaha, creating a dynamic destination. The 346,000square-foot convention center has over 3,500 hotel rooms within one mile, witha new downtown RiverFront blocks away. The 72-acre park offers gathering spaces, a performance pavilion, and a new STEM center on the banks of the Missouri River. Another off-site venue includes the #1 zoo in the
country, offering unique and immersive experiences and spaces. When attendees want to relax after a day of connecting and learning, Omaha offers an array of memorable experiences. Discover a fresh, new destination that’s consistently ranked a “best value” city. Known for offering accessibility, affordability, and fun – with a dose of Midwestern hospitality. Contact Matt Heck for more information.

This is the place where “never been done” gets done every day. If you’re dreaming about breaking the mold with your next meeting or event, Orlando offers a world-class convention center, diverse hotel options and larger-than-life entertainment. Visit OrlandoMeeting.com to learn more about offerings for groups and hands-on dedicated service. Learn more at www.OrlandoMeeting.com.

Personify partners with associations, chambers of commerce, nonprofits, event professionals and other organizations to help them bring people and ideas together. Our technology platform, combined with our professional service and support, empowers organizations of all sizes at every step of their journey. Personify’s integrated solutions enable clients to build reliable revenue streams and achieve greater success, and our partnership means they never do it alone. Learn more at https://personifycorp.com/.

 

Visit Savannah, a master in crafting exceptional events in the enchanting city of Savannah, Georgia, stands out as the crown jewel of the South. As a leader in event coordination since 1982, Visit Savannah ensures a seamless blend of expertise, professionalism, and unique experiences. The expansion of the Savannah Convention Center, set to open in 2024, further elevates the allure of this iconic Southern destination. This expansion doubles convention space, providing 200,000 square feet of exhibit space, a 40,000-square-foot ballroom, and 32 customizable breakout rooms. Visit Savannah facilitates effortless planning, offering comprehensive resources and white-glove service. Join us in Savannah, where accessibility, culture, and first-class amenities converge to create unforgettable meetings. For inquiries, contact Kellie Linder at [email protected] and visit https://savannahmeetings.com/.

 

 Why revisit the same old places? Discover the Undiscovered - Spokane, where unique, customized meeting experiences await. Visit Spokane connects you with local businesses, attractions, and top-notch vendors, ensuring seamless and memorable conventions.

"Everyone at Visit Spokane, the Spokane Convention Center, and our host hotels made planning a breeze. The staff were professional, responsive, and always looking for ways to help us maximize our dollars and time in Spokane. The city offered countless restaurant and cultural options, plus a beautiful riverside setting. We will definitely host another annual conference in Spokane!" - Kelly Fogarty, Society for Range Management

Ready to elevate your next event? Choose Spokane! Visit Spokane Meetings | Planning Assistance, Venues, Hotels & Testimonials

Unlock Tampa Bay, the heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Bask in the sun, fun, and culture make Tampa Bay the ideal spot for your meeting. The nation’s best airport is just minutes from downtown’s 600,000-square-foot waterfront Tampa Convention Center. Beyond its doors, Tampa Riverwalk links high-end hotels, outdoor venues, and cultural centers like gems on a string. Dine effortlessly at world-class restaurants with cuisine as rich as our culture, with newly recognized Michelin Start restaurants. Our historic streetcar can whisk your attendees to a night of dining and dancing in Ybor City, where Cuban artisans hand-roll cigars as they have since 1885. Join the spirit of José Gaspar, Tampa Bay’s patron pirate. Treasure awaits at www.visittampabay.com  

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