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OFFICIAL MEETING & EVENT PLANNERS GUIDE

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PNorth Carolinarofessional SalesStaff Availableto Assist PlannersCall 1-800-446-8604and ask for salesOr visitwww.durham-nc.comand chat live with a salesinformation specialistBruce Feeley & DCVBMeeting and Event ServicesDurham offers a wide range ofconvention services to save timeand help make each event asuccess. Most services arecomplimentary.The following is a list of services thatDCVB provides before the location of aconvention/meeting has been determined.Research and Planning Assistance• Evaluating bid materials to assessfeasibility of meeting in Durham• Gathering historical informationabout the meeting• Assisting in estimating theeconomic impact of the event• Checking for availability onspecified dates• Checking for conflicts with otherplanned events• Accepting Requests for Proposalsonline at www.durham-nc.comIdentifying Accommodationsand Facilities• Gathering quotes and availabilityfor meeting facilities• Gathering quotes and availabilityfor accommodations• Offering transportation andshuttle suggestions• Scheduling appointmentsand providing escort forsite inspectionsPresenting a Competitive Bid• Preparing a comprehensiveproposal summarizing pertinentinformation• Assembling letters of support fromkey community leaders• Making a formal presentation todecision-makers• Supplying promotional materials,such as maps, visitors guides, andvideosOnce Durham is chosen and meetingfacilities are reserved, DCVB can provideadditional services to make the jobeasier.Special Services• Suggestions for pre- and postconventiontours or trips• Suggestions for speakers• Calendar of local events• Official welcome letters• Transportation and shuttleassistance• “Hot links” on DCVB’s website• Special access on DCVB Bullhorn• Promotion through DCVB Bull’s Eyee-news• Americans with Disabilities Actinformation and info for otherspecial needs or populations• Assistance with donating excessconvention or meeting food to theCommunity KitchenAttendance Promotion/ Publicity& Printed Materials• Maps and promotional materials(see Destination Information)• Slides, photographs, and graphics• Local media list or labels• Bulletins to alert the localvisitor sector• Fact-checking for programs& materialsConvention Services Directory• List of service vendors—fromcaterers to florists to equipment30 For Additional Information Call 1-800-446-8604 or Visit www.durham-nc.com

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