Steps to Success™ with International Inbound Travel Association (IITA)

Understanding how to effectively connect with receptive tour operators and international inbound travel providers.

About this Event

Overview HSMAI Seattle and Visit Seattle are in a partnership with the International Inbound Travel Association (IITA) and Alon Tourism Solutions, we are presenting a condensed version of the nationally recognized Steps to Success™ program. This comprehensive training initiative includes breakfast and focuses on:

Key Learning Objectives

1. Strategic Engagement: Understanding how to effectively connect with receptive tour operators and international inbound travel providers
2. Operational Integration: Essential steps for incorporating inbound travel partnerships into existing hotel business models
3. Market Intelligence: Recognizing key nuances of inbound tour operators that drive tourism business success
4. Sustainable Growth: Strategies for year-round tourism optimization

Program Benefits for Participants

Enhanced Forecasting: Strengthened advance booking capabilities for improved operational cost management

Seasonality Optimization: Strategic approaches to maximize both peak and off-peak period performance

Global Network Access: Expansion opportunities through established international travel networks

Complimentary Breakfast: Full breakfast included with registration

Agenda


🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration and Continental Breakfast Connection
Host: Sponsored by Visit Seattle and Amadeus

🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:05 AM
HSMAI Seattle - Welcome and Chapter Updates
Host: Opening with HSMAI Seattle - Jennifer Walker - President

🕑: 09:05 AM - 09:10 AM
Visit Seattle - Tourism Development
Host: Liz Johnson - VisitSeattle Sr Dir Tourism Development

🕑: 09:10 AM - 09:25 PM
Amadeus Seattle Overview
Host: Kyle Donalon - Amadeus - Director of Sales

🕑: 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Steps to Success™ with International Inbound Travel Association (IITA)
Host: Jennifer Ackerson

🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
HSMAI Bingo

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