TXM+E | FALL 2019

Fall 2019

TEXAS MEETINGS + EVENTS MAGAZINE: IN THIS ISSUE

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FEATURE

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Gorillas, Dolphins and Orchids, Oh My!

Venues like zoos, aquariums and botanical gardens provide engaging settings with plenty of activities for groups to enjoy.

By Melissa Sersland

FEATURE 43

Pour on the Fun

Wine bars are springing up all across Texas. We offer a roundup of some new establishments that are great for group gatherings. By Julie Kendrick

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DEPARTMENTS

8 EDITOR’S LETTER

24 TABLESCAPE Swift + Company sets the table for the season.

By Julie Scagell

26 MEET & EAT Caterers turn up the taste for midday meetings.

By Julie Scagell

30 DESTINATION Meet amid Texas wilderness in Big Bend Country.

By Roger Gordon

72 PEOPLE PROFILE Gail Davis, founder of GDA Speakers, celebrates 20 years of inspiring groups.

By Teresa Kenney

802.11 “TAKE OUR TECH FOR A SPIN”

our tech stats 2,500+ 1,000+

a/g/n/ac Wireless Network CAT 6 Copper UTP Ports Multi-mode and single-mode Fiber Optic ports

20,000

Wireless devices can connect simultaneously

SERVICES OFFERED

The Austin Convention Center has a full suite of services that are provided to you to ensure peak performance throughout your event. These services are in place to design an environment specifically scaled to your event needs. This customization includes:

Wireless Internet Access Wired Internet Access Network Service & Support Voice Service & Support

Network support

Our team is ready to provide expert assistance to any networking needs you may have during your event. With constant network monitoring, we can quickly solve issues that come up, and proactively address areas of concern.