© 2007, Educational Institute Chapter 9 An Introduction to the Meetings Industry Hospitality Today: An Introduction Sixth Edition (103TXT or 103CIN)

© 2007, Educational Institute 1 Competencies for An Introduction to the Meetings Industry 1.List and describe types of meetings typically held in lodging facilities, explain the role of civic and government organizations in the meetings industry, and describe where most meetings are held. 2.Outline the meeting planning process and summarize career opportunities in the meetings industry.

© 2007, Educational Institute 2 Types of Meetings Association meetings Corporate meetings Trade shows/expositions

© 2007, Educational Institute 3 The Meeting Planning Process Planning the meeting itself Objectives Scheduling Format Choosing a location Choosing a facility

© 2007, Educational Institute 4 Meeting Planning Careers and Related Careers Meeting planner Meeting coordinator Exhibits manager Hotel sales manager Hotel convention services manager Hotel catering manager Careers in convention and visitors bureaus Careers in tourism departments Exhibitors Exhibit designers