The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives has selected Lisbon, Portugal as the site of its 2001 International Conference, Navigating the 21st Century.…
The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives has selected Lisbon, Portugal as the site of its 2001 International Conference, Navigating the 21st Century. The multi-day educational program, which typically draws incentive travel professionals from more than two dozen countries, will be held December 1-5. Hotels for the program are The Ritz Four Seasons, Le Meridien Park Atlantic, and Marques De Pombal.
In announcing the selection by the board of directors of the international Society,
SITE`s International Conference provides an industry-specific `think tank` – a sophisticated business forum for those involved in the design and delivery of motivational programs and events. The caliber of speakers and depth of business information presented are designed to attract the most seasoned veterans in the industry for a focused discussion of business strategy.
Key figures in the Portuguese hospitality and tourism industry are behind the successful bid and will serve on the Host Committee that designs and delivers the networking program showcasing the city`s incentive quality accommodations and venues. Cristina van Zeller, president Vega Turismo Internacional LDA, who is also a member of SITE`s international board of directors, heads the Conference Committee.
Joao Rodrigues, ICEP-Portuguese National Tourist Office and Rui Horta, ATL (Lisbon Convention Bureau) will serve as vice chairs of the Host Committee. Other members of the committee are: Coordinator Carlos Jardim, Panorama; Sponsorship Chair Joao Custodio, ICEP; Communications Chair Paula Oliveira, ATL; Public Relations Chair Jorge Felner da Costa, SPACE; Social Program Chair Luis Hespanha, JTE; Dine-Around Chair Armando Rocha, STAR; Hotel Logistics Chair Leonor Ramalho, Le Meridien; Food & Beverage Chair Manuel Fernandes, Hotel Lisboa Plaza; Entertainment Co-Chairs Jorge Coelho, Expecialtur and Teresa Seixas, Motivatours; Transportation Chair; Vanda Gavina, Miltours; Tours & Activities Chair Eduardo Neves, Portugal Travel Team; and Treasurers Celia Pimpista, Restaurante Clara and Gun Jardim, Panorama.
Founded in 1973, SITE is the only international, not-for-profit, professional association devoted to the pursuit of excellence in incentives a multi-billion dollar industry. The Society provides educational seminars and information services to those who design, develop, promote, sell, administer, and operate motivational programs as an incentive to increase productivity in business.
Currently SITE has nearly 2,000 members in 81 countries, with chapters established in Arizona, Australia/New Zealand, Austria, Belgium/Luxembourg, Canada, Chicago, Costa Rica, East Africa, Germany, Great Britain, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, Minnesota, Netherlands, New York, Northern California, Portugal, Singapore, Southern Africa, Southern California, Southern Florida, Spain, Texas, Thailand, and Turkey. Members represent airlines, cruise lines, corporate users, destination management companies, ground transportation companies, hotels and resorts, incentive houses, official tourist organizations, trade publications, travel agencies, and supporting organizations such as restaurants and visitors attractions. Members work to uphold SITE`s professional code of ethics in serving the public interest.
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