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Smart Moves in New York, Panama City Beach and More

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Stewart has received various accolades and designations, such as the Florida Festivals and Events Emerging Leader Award, the Sports Tourism Strategist designation from Sports ETA and a Professional in Destination Management designation. Jakob Wahl. Wahl will be president and CEO of IAAPA , effective Jan.

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Smart Moves: Access Appoints Three Female Co-CEOs

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Women are Making Events Industry History in Leadership Roles Access —the largest destination management company in the United States, and the only woman-owned and led National DMC—makes history with its appointment of three women as Co-Chief Executive Officers: Jennifer Miller, Danielle Phippen and Heidi Brown.

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Charting New Waters: Maldives Debuts First Sustainable Destination Management Organization

Solimar International

The Maldives, renowned for its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and luxurious resorts, is a world-class tourism destination. A shift in government regulations in 2009 transformed the Maldives’ tourism landscape. Tourism is the core of the Maldivian economy, significantly contributing to the national GDP.

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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Benoit Sauvage, CMP Fellow

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He is now the founder and CEO of Connect DMC , a leading destination management company for the Dominican Republic and Mexico. He first learned of the CMP designation in 2009, saying, “it was a revelation for me. The moment I learned about it, I felt an immediate connection and knew I had to pursue it.”

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Sustaining the Resilience of Community-Based Tourism Initiatives in Brazil

Solimar International

In agreement with this analysis, Mielke (2009) focuses on three scopes of deficiencies : (i) market access; (ii) internal governance; and (iii) the management of strategic partnerships. The Role of Destination Management Organizations in CBTIs A photo of a trail in the Sundarbans, Bangladesh, where Solimar is establishing a DMO.

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Danielle Bikoulis, DMCP, CIS Named ADMEI President

ADMEI

Danielle Bikoulis, DMCP, CIS Named ADMEI President 26 March 2025 Wimberley, TX The Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI) proudly announces the appointment of Daniella Bikoulis, DMCP, CIS, of Metropolitan DMC and Event Management in Greece, as its 2025 President.

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Tom Kemp Named Interim Chief Executive Officer of PRA

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His extensive background includes a notable tenure as CEO of Northstar Travel Group from 2009 to 2023, and he now serves as the Chairman of the Board. Kemp brings a wealth of experience in meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions industry, paired with a deep knowledge of PRA and its promising avenues for growth.