Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Hannaford Hall at the Abromson Community Education Center
University of Southern Maine | Portland, Maine
Visit Portland's "Annual Meeting" has been rebranded to
The Destination Summit.
Connect. Learn. Inspire.
Join 250+ industry professionals 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—register today.
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2024 Visitation Statistics for the Greater Portland region and statewide.
Join us in celebrating our Award Recipients.
See who we are honoring this year.
Networking opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals.
An informative and engaging workshop, led by tourism marketing agency Madden Media.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$75 for partners, $90 for non-partners
Sponsor a Future Hospitality Leader
Help shape the future of our industry—one student at a time!
We’re inviting attendees to sponsor a local hospitality student by covering their registration and welcoming them as your guest for the day. This is more than just a ticket—it’s an opportunity to mentor, guide, and inspire the next generation of industry professionals.
As a sponsor, you’ll introduce your student to key industry connections, share insights from your own experience, and help them navigate the event. It’s a simple yet powerful way to give back, invest in our industry’s future, and gain fresh perspectives along the way.
Want to make a difference? Select the “Sponsor a Student” option when you register.
John Paglio, flyte new media - loving his interactions as an exhibitor!
Kate Berry, Aimee Smith, Kelsey Lynn, Libby Nyquist, Linda Orr
Quincy Hentzel, CEO of the Portland Regional Chamber and Erin Ovalle with Maine Life Media
Russell Walters accepting his Meet In Maine award for ATTA
Nope, they were not bored; they listened intently to the presentation!
The ladies of the USM Hospitality progam!
Julie Pezzino, accepting the award for Hospitality & Tourism Excellence
Stefan King and Kim Strondak, Portland Regency Hotel
Setting the stage...
Sheila Nee, Executive Director of the Maine Sports Commission
Portland Symphony Orchestra staff and board members accepting the Beacon Award
John Schultzel, Olympia Companies & Tony Cameron, Maine Tourism Association
Eric Pray, Portland Explorer Tours and Dylan Suhr, Maine Tour Co.
Charlotte Ix accepting the Partner of the Year Award for Prentice Hospitality
Gerard Kiladjian, Principal Hospitality
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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