Kudos for the Private Meetings Summit – Cancun, May 2007

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"Thank you for a wonderful Summit. The networking & events were spectacular. I feel fortunate so fortunate to be invited and part of such a great Summit and I appreciate all of the hard work you and your team did to make our visit special. I made several great contacts and friends that I hope to continue for a very long time.
Kind regards and with appreciation, "
Leslie Golder – Daimler Chrysler Financial Services

"As always, this experience is such a valuable use of time. The location was outstanding, but the meeting itself was so well planned and organized. The schedule and flow was consistent but not too much so and really lent itself to taking advantage of the time and opportunities provided between suppliers as well as other planners. The Cancun Summit was another amazing experience which continues to bring me back each year.
Thank you and the RGH staff for presenting such an outstanding industry event! "
Terri Utecht – Utecht Diversified Event Resource, Inc.

"I wanted to take a moment to express my sincerest gratitude for all of the hard work I KNOW it took to set up such an amazing event! And it really was AMAZING!
Everything was top-notch: from the accommodations to the food and entertainment and the wonderfully organized interview process – not to mention the spectacular variety of properties in attendance! This was my first Summit experience, but it definitely won’t be my last! I made some wonderful contacts and found some great potential destinations for my groups.
Thanks again to you and your Team for organizing a first-class event! "
Kim Mitchell – Direct Alliance

"Just a quick thank you for the invitation to the Summit. This being my first experience, I was amazed by the service and support I received as a planner. The accommodations were amazing, the food was fabulous, the entertainment was charming, and the hosting resort facilities and service was unbelievable. It is likely I will plan our February event there or at another resort with whom I met!
Thank you again and if possible, I’d love to be able to attend again in the future. "
Cate De La Rosa - BDLR and Ameriprise Financial

"Wow! What a great Summit. I can truthfully say that was one of the most awesome meeting events I have had the privilege to attend. You all did an excellent job. Jeri and I got so much information from it that we will definitely use. I have done many events from small to 1500+ guests and I know what all is involved and commend all of you involved in the planning and execution. You, Cat and all of the team should feel very proud. Hopefully you all stayed longer to relax and enjoy the beautiful JW Marriott."
Theresa Threlkeld & Jeri Fuller - Diamond 5-Star

"The Summit was one of the best industry events I’ve ever attended. I was truly impressed by the level of detail that went into this event – from the flawless execution of every group function to the selection of top-notch properties, this was truly a worthwhile event to attend. As a corporate planner, I get bombarded daily with calls or emails from properties who want my business; it’s impossible to call everyone back – especially if they don’t fit the needs of my groups. By attending the Summit I can meet with a number of properties that are conducive to my groups’ needs and I walk away with valuable knowledge that will help me select my next venue."
Hillary Bessiere – Symantec

"It was wonderful to finally meet all of these properties face-to-face in one space. The Private Meetings Summit is so cost-effective, and easier to justify in a budget than even a site inspection because you're able to meet individually with more than 30 properties in just two days."
Marian Claire Long, Senior Marketing Manager, Allstate Insurance

Hotelier Testimonials

" just wanted to take a moment to thank you for hosting such an amazing event for The Private Meeting Summit in Cancun, MX. This show was certainly a one of a kind experience for everyone who was able to attend. All of the meeting planners were very pleasant and had a true interest in learning about all of the participating hotels and their destinations. I can’t say enough about the level of service shown to all of the participants by the entire staff of both The Casamagna and JW Marriott. It was an over-the-top tradeshow with some of the most amazing events I have ever seen. It truly created that “wow-factor” and impressed everyone in attendance. I would highly recommend this show to any of your participating hotels."
Chad D. Giger, westin hotels and resorts westin key west resort and marina and sunset key guest cottages, a westin resort

"This was my third Private Meetings Summit and by far the best! The hosting Marriott resorts provided impeccable service, ambiance, and food & beverage worth emulating, and the R&GH staff organized everything perfectly while bringing together highly experienced planners I am so grateful to have met in one location! Please extend my sincere appreciation to Barbara, Kat, Ron and all of your wonderful associates. "
Rhonda Holliday, Longboat Key Club and Resort

"This was my first Resort & Great Hotels Private Meetings Summit and for someone who has been in the business for over 30 years, this was first class all the way. I was able to spend quality one on one time with meeting planners that use resorts during the set appointments schedule, and I was excited to see that I had an appointment at every time slot. Then after the appointments, we were able to get together in a social setting from the wonderful functions that were planned in the evening. I am a firm believer in relationship building, and this show afforded the opportunity to build long lasting relationships. I'm certainly looking forward to the next show. "
Paul Dugan , Sanibel Harbour Resort and Spa

"Having been at the last three RGH Summits this was the best one yet. I had appointment after appointment and came home with some great leads that I am 99% sure will turn into definite business. The quality of meeting planners gets better and better. Keep up the fantastic work. I look forward to next year’s summit! "
Tracy Wombwell, Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

"This was my first experience at the Resorts and Great Hotels Private Meeting Summit and as a hotelier/supplier, I felt it was a well organized balance of one on one time with planners who specifically target the hotels that meet their group needs, and events that enabled all of us to network. The staff of JW Marriott and Casa Magna were incredible and their service level for a hotel of its size, unmatched! Thanks!"
Teresa Moore, Blackberry Farm

"The Summit was great. As a first time attendee, I truly appreciate the quality of the planners at the Summit. The appointments were matched to our needs and there was plenty of networking opportunities to meet ours with potential business for our resort. I look forward to following up on the relationships I've made at the Summit."
Michael F. Davis, Beau Rivage Resort and Casino

"The Private Meetings Summit has proven to be our best trade show venue. The format and agenda provide a better ROI than other shows. I had a full schedule of appointments, all with well qualified planners. Thank you!"
Paul Brown Marina Inn at Grande Dunes

"The entire conference was an outstanding success. From the qualified appointments to the well orchestrated events/activities truly provided many networking opportunities for planners and suppliers. I would also like to extend my sincerest gratitude to the Resorts & Great Hotels staff especially Barbara Lanning and Kat Haack. They did a fabulous job and didn't miss a detail. We have come to expect the very best and you certainly delivered. Mahalo! "
Rennie Herzan, Regional Director of Group Sales, Prince Resorts, Hawaii

"Thank you for putting on another great event. The quality of planners was even better than last year and with the RFP’s and new contacts made, we should definitely get business from your event."
Noel Mateo, Senior National Sales Manager, Wynn Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV

"Top notch event! The pre-set appointments are the best format for a tradeshow and this was excellent! We had great appointments and I have 4 quality leads. Now...I just need to go home and book them!"
Stephanie Wolliver, Associate Director of Sales, The Lodge at Torrey Pines, La Jolla, CA

"I just thought that I would write a short note to say thank you for all your help and to state that the show was most successful for OBB. I am indeed looking forward to my attendance at next year’s event."
Brent Ingraham-Old Bahama Bay