AUG
An Event for Opportunity
26 - 28
August 26 - 28th will bring thousands of customers to Montgomery. Check out The impact below and learn how you can prepare.
Get your piece of the pie! The city will be a 100% occupancy during this week. All attendees, including several high ranking corporate representatives such as IBM, Amazon, and Microsft among others will be among your customers. Check out our tips below to be prepared for the crowds.
OPEN
Consider Extended Hours Guests arrive Sunday 90 minute lunch breaks Monday & Tuesday Breakfast Hours Bars should consider opening early Post signage welcoming event attendees. Let them know you’re welcoming them to your business. It will attract them off the streets
Get Social!
Be sure to use the conference hastag when marketing for your business on social.
#AFITC2019
Add extra staff to your schedule Let staff know who their customers are and why they are here
SPECIAL deal!
Offer special discounts or added value offers to event and conference attendees. Email your offers to mstanley@montgomerychamber.com and we will share them with event organizers and on social media.
$7.6 MILLION Total Economic Impact of AFITC 2018 (city & county lodings & sales tax + daily expenditures)
4,300
Attendees
15,204 Room Nights
Lodging Taxes
Sales Taxes
$470,799
$182,448
Information provided by The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Convention and Visitor Bureau