Dear Stakeholders,

As this fiscal year comes to an end, we have a some great recognitions to celebrate.  Congratulations to Senior Regional Sales Executive Lauren Siring for receiving the MPI President's Award, recognizing her for leadership in the Northern California Chapter. Congratulations to Regional Sales Executive Joe Marcy for receiving the MPI Rise Award, recognizing him as the Global Member of the Year. Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is the largest meeting and event industry association worldwide with a global community of 60,000 meeting and event professionals represented by more than 90 chapters and clubs in 19 countries.  Congratulations to David Cater, featured on the cover of China’s MICE Business Tourism magazine, and to the entire MCCVB Team for being awarded MPINCC Business Partner of the Year.  

On another international platform, I had the honor of accepting IMEX and Destinations International’s Global Ambassador award in Frankfurt, Germany for our global leadership in sustainability and destination stewardship.

Last and most important, thank you to all of you - the stakeholders - and to everyone who submitted their applications to serve on the MCCVB Board of Directors or on committees.  We recognize and value your continued leadership and support in sustaining responsible tourism - the catalyst in providing so many resident services.  We thank you.

Monterey County works hard to make our communities the very best places to live and to visit; to support healthy lifestyles, create jobs and surround ourselves with a thriving environment for years to come. We take personal responsibility to protect our destination's incredible natural assets, recognizing the importance of sustainability and giving back to the community.

Help us share the word by submitting your sustainable practices to be shared in our Sustainable Moments Showcase and order the free Sustainable Moments Collateral to be displayed in your business today.

Around the Globe with David Cater

U.S. Travel Association's IPW is the travel industry's premier international marketplace. It is a national showcase of America, where U.S. travel exhibitors connect with travel buyers and media from more than 70 countries to promote their product, negotiate future business and build relationships. IPW secures America’s position as a foremost global travel destination by increasing international visitation and showing the world the best of what the U.S. has to offer.

Check out David Cater as he sends an update from the MCCVB booth at IPW in Anaheim.