From the desk of
Michele McVay
here is a song that keeps playing over
and over in my mind every time I think about what AIHP has accomplished in such a short period of time, U2’s Brand New Day. The song is certainly electrifying and I can’t
help but draw parallels between the start of a
new year, a new endeavor, a new adventure, and what is soon to be the commencement of our inaugural 2016 Knowledge Sharing Summit & Marketplace in Nashville,
Tennessee.
Nashville is easy to access, is affordable, and everything is under one roof. Nashville is a place that exudes the heart of country, a place where possibilities are endless for those with talent and a willingness to work hard. Here we are!
Summit certainly will not disappoint! Here is just a taste of some of the highlights.
Monday
• State Association Leaders event facilitated by a professional association executive and consultant
• Speed Dating for Future and New Innkeepers in the Marketplace
• 1 ½ hours of open time in the Marketplace for every attendee to visit with Allied Partners
• Amazing user group hands-on workshops led by industry experts such as BedandBreakfast.com, RezOvation, RezNexus Rendevous, and ThinkReservations
• Song-writing team-building contest (fun!)
• Time to visit the Honky Tonk’s and get a taste of all that Nashville has to offer
Tuesday
• Meet AIHP’s new CEO, Rob Fulton, and hear his ideas and vision for the association
• HMS on the Road : Lisa Kolb, Acorn Internet Services, and Scott Crumpton, White Stone Marketing, have put together a spectacular line up
• Think Tank conversations for problem busting, and time to brainstorm with Rob Fulton
• 4 ½ hours of open time in the Marketplace
• Compelling workshops, seminars and labs tackling the timely topics innkeeping professionals think about every day featured in our Paths to Success: Future Innkeepers, Heads in Beds, Back of the House, and Guest Experience
• Turn it Up Tuesday Reception with live entertainment
Wednesday
• Exceptional headline speaker Steve McKee, President of McKee Wallwork + Company presents a dynamite talk on
Power Branding: What Every B&B Owner Needs To Know
• 2 more hours of open time for Summit deals in the Marketplace
• Experts in the Hot Seat! A cross section of our industry's renowned thought leaders chime in on trends for the future. Take advantage of audience Q&A to assess how you are positioned for profits and growth in the months ahead.
• Summit Palooza Party with amazing live music and dancing!
Thursday
• Be a part of AIHP’s inaugural Golf Outing Thursday morning!
This Summit is a new day. We look forward to having you become a part of this from its inception to a new tradition. It’s going to be an amazing ride as we continue to push towards the horizon!
T
Managing Director