Tourism Summit 4/5-6 in Stowe

34th Annual Vermont Tourism Summit Stoweflake Resort | Stowe, VT | April 5 & 6, 2017 The Vermont Tourism Summit draws one of the largest gatherings of tourism professionals in the state including owners, managers and employees of the many businesses connected to this important segment of the economy. Review the schedule, session details, and more at www.vttourismsummit.org. Featured Events Two special panels will be held at the 2017 Vermont Tourism Summit, and we'd like to hear from you about what burning questions you have for our presenters!  WEDNESDAY, APRIL 5: Working Together to Promote Vermont Tourism Panel Panelists: Carrie Hauser, AirBnB; Janice Hurley, Bedandbreakfast.com; Rob Fulton, Association of Independent Hospitality Professionals. Moderated by: Tim Piper, Vermont Inn and Bed & Breakfast Association THURSDAY, APRIL 6: Panel of State Agency Representatives with Q&A Panelists: Steve Cook, Deputy Commissioner of Tourism & Marketing; Patrick Delaney, Commissioner of Liquor; Chelsea Bardot Lewis, Business Development Section Chief, Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets; Louis Porter, Commissioner of Fish & Wildlife; Kaj Samsom, Commissioner of Tax; Michael Schirling, Secretary of the Agency of Commerce & Community Development; Mike Snyder, Commissioner of Forests, Parks & Recreation. Moderated by: Lisa Chase, University of Vermont Extension - Tourism Research Center SUBMIT QUESTIONS FOR THESE PANELS Still Need to Register? Full-conference, student, and one-day only registration options are available. Rates increase after Friday, March 31st. Register early and save! REGISTER NOW The host hotel is the Stoweflake Resort. Overnight accommodations are available to Vermont Tourism Summit participants for a discounted group rate of $125/night, plus tax. To make a reservation, call the Stoweflake at 1-800-253-2232 and mention the Vermont Tourism Summit group rate.  Featured Sponsors & Exhibitors The Vermont Tourism Summit would not be possible without the support of our sponsors and non-profit exhibitors. With their help, we're able to limit the cost for attendees to participate. These businesses see the value in supporting this important segment of Vermont's economy, and helping you make partnerships, stay abreast of changes in the industry, and grow your business. Please make a point to visit with them in the exhibit hall during the Summit to thank them for their support.  AAA - H&A Media Group Boston Globe Media The Boston Herald/ Bostonherald.com Elizabeth Campbell Photography Everwondr ​Great Vermont Corn Maze Hawthorn Creative​ Madden Media PP&D Brochure Distribution/ BLUE MAP ThinkReservations Vermont Arts Council ​Vermont Association of Snow Travelers Vermont Attractions Association Vermont Economic Development Authority (VEDA) Vermont Inn and Bed & Breakfast Association​ VisitNewEngland.com ​Yankee Publishing, Inc. Sponsor opportunities are still available! Learn more at www.vttourismsummit.org/sponsor. Vermont Tourism Summit | www.VTTourismSummit.org

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