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Professional meetings and events

Amplifying your meetings, events and group business initiatives

Overview

The professional meetings and events program amplifies regional group business efforts through marketing and in-person planner engagements. Through the "Meet What's Possible" campaign, Visit California collaborates with destinations to tell the story of the state's abundance of venues and commitment to inclusive, sustainable events.

Throughout the year, Visit California organizes roadshow events for planners and attends trade conferences. These coordinated efforts create a powerful events brand for the state while empowering you to share your destination's venues and attractions with more planners in key domestic markets. 

'Meet What's Possible' co-branding

The Visit California PME Roadshow in Dallas, Texas on November 3, 2022: Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau in a partner meeting

The "Meet What's Possible" campaign creates a cohesive statewide brand while elevating local meetings and events marketing. Discover how Visit California is engaging professional planners through trusted publications and on the show floor, then adapt the branding toolkit to your group business offerings. 
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FY25/26 engagements schedule

Visit California engages planners in key markets and at major conferences throughout the year. 

Oct. 13-15

IMEX America - Las Vegas

California Engagement Zone within the California district, open for all California partners to enjoy in a networking-designed lounge. California Block Party - IMEX America trade show floor in California district.

Nov. 4

California Showcase roadshow - Seattle

Registration closed. California destinations network with local planners. Features a curated menu, refreshing sips and a special gifting experience featuring some of California’s favorite style brands.

Nov. 5

California Showcase roadshow - Vancouver

Registration closed. California destinations network with local planners. Features a curated menu, refreshing sips and a special gifting experience featuring some of California’s favorite style brands.

Jan. 10-13, 2027

PCMA Convening Leaders - Miami

California Engagement Zone with the PCMA District, open for all California partners to enjoy in a networking-designed lounge.

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Rob Anaya
Manager of Group Business
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