Events

Core aim - to run curated professional networking events designed to physically and virtually engage members and other delegates in the dissemination of research, policy and practice.

Actions

Overall priority for 2022/23 - to run a programme of informative profit-making events which are accessible to members.

The Head of Events supported by the Events Coordinator will:

• Organising two key major events each year (Hot Topic day and Annual Convention)

• Use events as a source of income generation

• Ensure that each event provides valuable professional development for members, and ensures that TMI remains at the leading edge of debate around destination management in the UK

• Organise a programme of monthly webinar events which deliver high quality content and networking opportunities.

• Explore ‘selective and complementary’ joint working opportunities with Visit Britain/Visit England, Local Government Association and National Tourist Boards.

• Use the events as profile-raising opportunities, and recruitment facilitators for TMI.