inSITEs from SITE’s Sustainability Community | What’s in store for 2024
SITE members from around the world are now able to connect with one another through SITE communities. SITE’s Sustainability Community was the first to launch their formal online presence, with the Community’s online hub going live in 2023. Here’s a small preview of what this ambitious, energetic group has planned for the year.
Getting ready for Global Conference next week
We’re down to mere days until Global Conference begins, with many members of SITE’s team onsite already or flying out to Istanbul shortly — and getting ready to welcome many of you.
If you’re joining us in Istanbul, be sure to download the conference app (check the email you registered with for a personal app download link) or visit the conference website for final up-to-the-minute details and announcements.
Open 2025 and 2026 SITE RFPs
SITE is seeking destinations interested in partnering to host a slate of 2025 and 2026 events. RFPs are currently open for:
2025 Events
- SITE International Board of Directors Meeting: open to any global destination
- Incentive Summit Europe (ISE): open to any European destinations
- SITE Executive Summit: open to any global destination
2026 Events
- SITE Global Conference: open to any destinations outside of North America
- Incentive Summit Americas (ISA): open to any North American destinations
- SITE Classic: open to any North American destinations
Please email SITE Sourcing Manager Dianne Heffernan for detailed RFPs.
Three ways to earn your CIS right now
Tick off earning your CIS certification before the year’s even halfway over! You can now take the CIS completely online at your own pace; join an upcoming hybrid cohort that includes weekly online interactive discussions; or register for in-person instruction at IMEX Frankfurt in May.
Funding from SITE Foundation
SITE Foundation is planning to distribute thousands of dollars in funding throughout 2024 through industry grants, an academic scholarship, and other professional development awards. Add these award deadlines to your schedule now to avoid missing out.
Save the date: next SITE webinar is March 15
Registration will open soon for next month’s discussion featuring our friends at Meet Hawai’i.
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GMITE
Global Meeting & Incentive Travel Exchange stands out as the exclusive one-to-one global MICE industry event conducted in private suites. This unique gathering unites buyers and suppliers in an appealing travel destination for business dealings and networking.
GMITE provides an opportunity to stay updated on the latest industry trends with valuable educational sessions curated in partnership with SITE and MPI, area offsite excursions for exploration and discovery of the local travel offerings.
Our pre-qualified buyers are fully hosted, including airfare, meals and accommodations, as our special guests. Each hosted buyer will get to meet one-to-one with up to 25 suppliers in comfortable private suites.
The 2024 GMITE will be hosted at the newly renovated Caribe Royale in Orlando, Florida, April 7-10.
Learn more at www.gmiteevent.com
