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Get To Know Lansing's REO Town
April 11, 2018 by Lori Lanspeary, CTA
Located on a bend in the Grand River and just south of I-496, the REO Town neighborhood is right on
Authenticity is My Favorite Sales Tool
April 11, 2018 by Mary Chris Hotchkiss, CMP, CTA
In any profession there are numerous challenges and different elements of the job people don’t enjoy. Sales certainly isn’t for everyone but after doing some reflection on my over 21 years in the hotel and meetings business, I came away with some potential insight that has not only helped me be successful in this industry, but be a happier person overall.
Saturdays are for Science, Sports, and Samples!
April 5, 2018 by Lauren Grattan, CTA
The snow has finally melted, and spring has sprung. Spring may come with rain and flowers, but most
Amanda Toy Named Director of Sales
March 29, 2018 by Brendan Dwyer, CTA
The Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau (GLCVB) is pleased to announce it has promoted Amanda Toy, CMP, CGMP, GMS, CTA to Director of Sales.
Get Your Chips and Dip in Greater Lansing
March 22, 2018 by Lauren Grattan, CTA
March 23rd is not your ordinary Friday. It is National Chip and Dip Day! The Greater Lansing region
Hometown Meetings Make Good "Cents"
March 16, 2018 by Amanda Toy, CMP, CGMP, GMS, CTA
Are you a Community Champion? What is a Community Champion?
Ask yourself- Do I live or work in Greater Lansing? Do I travel to attend club, team, or organizational events that could host an event in our area? If so, you may be the next Community Champion!
Greater Lansing CVB Hires Staff Member, Promotes Another
March 14, 2018 by Brendan Dwyer, CTA
The Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau (GLCVB) is pleased to announce two changes to its Visitor Services department.
March Magic Hoopfest Returns!
March 13, 2018 by Brendan Dwyer, CTA
March Magic Hoopfest is a true celebration of basketball, and what better possible timing? Mid-March is the best possible time for basketball, I mean every hoop-lovers dream. You've got prep basketball playoffs going on and the college ranks are preparing for the big tournament, brackets are flying around and everybody is keeping their eye on their favorite team and learning about the match-ups with possible opponents.
A Gift They'll Remember
March 9, 2018 by Brenda Haight, CMP, CTA
There are a lot of little things that can really make the difference between a mediocre event and something truly memorable. One of the small things I always make sure to do is have a little something to give to keynote speakers that take time out of his or her schedule to speak and present in Greater Lansing. Depending on your role in the industry, maybe you're not giving gifts to speakers but in the course of an event, there is usually someone you need to thank. Smart planners are also considerate and thoughtful people. Because of this, I'm often asked, "what are good gifts to give to speakers?" To this I usually reply, "I'm glad you asked!"
