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  • Award Recipients
  • Speakers
  • Presentations
  • Exhibitors
  • Testimonials
  • Agenda
  • Registration
  • FAQs

THE DESTINATION SUMMIT


Connect. Learn. Inspire.

Over 250+ industry professionals joined us at USM's Hannaford Hall on April 30, 2025, for a day packed with insights, connections, and inspiration. This is more than just a conference—it’s a chance to network with leaders, uncover the latest trends, and gain valuable strategies to elevate your impact in our tourism industry.


From a marketing deep dive and regional statistics to expert speakers and interactive networking, this event is designed to inform, engage, and spark fresh ideas.


Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation—be sure to join us next year. 

Capturing the Energy: Highlights from 2025

    01/25

    WHAT TO EXPECT

    Gerard Kiladjian

    Strategic Plan & Marketing Update

    Strategic Plan & Marketing Update

    Strategic Plan & Marketing Update

    Hear what we've been working on in the past year, and where we are headed.

    See Agenda
    Lynn Tillotson, Visit Portland

    Regional Visitation Statistics

    Strategic Plan & Marketing Update

    Strategic Plan & Marketing Update

    2024 Visitation Statistics for the Greater Portland region and statewide.

    See Agenda
    Lynn Tillotson & Russell Walters

    Award Recipients

    Strategic Plan & Marketing Update

    Award Recipients

    Join us in celebrating our Award Recipients.

    See who we are honoring this year.

    See Recipients
    Ms. Pingree

    Exhibition + Networking

    Exhibition + Networking

    Exhibition + Networking

    Networking opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals. 

    Exhibiting Info
    Chris Kast & Brian Threlkeld

    Marketing Workshop

    Exhibition + Networking

    Exhibition + Networking

    An informative and engaging workshop, led by tourism marketing agency Madden Media.

    Meet our Speakers
    Visit Portland event stage

    FAQs

    Exhibition + Networking

    FAQs

    Everything you need to know about the day of the event.

    Learn More

    tHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

    Sodexo Logo
    USM Logo
    Knack Factory Logo provided by Knack Factory
    Focus Photography logo provided by Focus Photography
    Wohler & Co. Logo

    Focus Photography is the official event photographer; their photos appear throughout the website

    Contact Us

    For more information about this event and other Visit Portland events, please reach out. 


    Visit Portland
    1375 Congress Street, Portland Maine 04102
    (207)772-4994
    partners@visitportland.com

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