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New for Atlanta in 2015!
We’re thrilled to welcome Amy Patterson, Vice President, Business Development and Corporate Events with the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau as this month’s guest blogger for Destination South‘s, Mouth of the Destination South. Amy has her finger on the pulse of what’s new and exciting for Atlanta and the hospitality industry. Enjoy Amy’s insights into Atlanta, the city…
Read MoreIt's Time To Celebrate!
Cheers to a fantastic 2014 and a New Year full of excitement and opportunity! All of us at Destination South Meetings + Events wish you and your loved ones peace and prosperity in the coming year. Here’s a quick look back at our very EVENTFUL year. Click here or the image below to enjoy! Staff photography…
Read MoreMatch the Holiday Tree With the Destination South Planner!
“Lights on the tree make everything merry and bright!” This holiday season the Destination South team is sharing glimpses of their personal holiday trees with everyone! From sentimental heirloom ornaments to perfectly monocromatic trimmings, they’ve each put their personalities into their love of decorating for the season. Each tree showcases the individual style of team members Lori McQueary, Staci Loeffler,…
Read MoreThe Glam Outdoors – Client Appreciation Event
This fall we were thrilled to once again produce an event for Starwood Hotel & Resorts. Working directly with our client, we brought the outdoors “in” with a “glamping” themed client appreciation event held at the Westin Downtown Atlanta. The Destination South Meetings and Events team was fully engaged in producing “The Glam Outdoors” event in the areas of theme development,…
Read More10 Year Anniversary for Destination South's Lorri McQueary!
We’re thrilled to share that this fall marks the 10 year anniversary of Destination South’s Creative & Marketing Director, Lorri McQueary! In her time with Destination South, Lorri has designed and produced numerous award-winning special events with her trademark dedication to exploring new ideas and attention to detail. In her role, she touches all creative aspects of…
Read More"On the Rhode" to IMEX 2014
We’re “on the rhode” this week to IMEX 2014 and Destination South’s Taylor Rhodes is leading the way! Follow Taylor’s show adventures by clicking onto our Facebook and Instagram pages! Taylor visiting the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau booth! Taylor visiting the DMC Network booth #2227 and our favorite bear, Ovation Bear! About IMEX America IMEX America (Oct. 14-16) is the largest trade show in the…
Read MoreGAMPI MEMBER SHOWCASE
GAMPI, the Georgia Association of Meeting Professionals International recently interviewed Destination South’s Cynthia Alford and Taylor Rhodes for their Member Showcase. Did you know: Cynthia is a former GaMPI president! A 29-year veteran of the meeting and events industry, she is the leading force for Destination South – our Managing Director. She has built Destination South to not only be an influencer…
Read MoreWELCOME OUR NEW SALES MANAGER!
Welcome Our New Sales Manager! Destination South Meetings & Events is pleased to announce that Taylor Rhodes has joined as our newest Sales Manager. Prior to joining DSME, Taylor was an Account Manager for A Divine Event Catering. While working with A Divine Event, Taylor had the opportunity to sell and execute hundreds of events…
Read MoreBEHIND THE GLAMOUR, INSIDE THE GROOVE…WE PARTY!
A truly successful event is a little bit like an Olympic competition. We train for the “big day” with each experience we produce. We practice to make it perfect. And on the day of the gala, festival or opening general session – it’s our client’s time to shine. Everything must be flawless for we will…
Read MoreWE HAVE A NEW DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PROGRAMS!
Destination South Meetings and Events is delighted to announce the addition of our new Director of Strategic Programs, Michele Stokan Sanders! An Atlanta native, Michele brings her in-depth knowledge of the city as well as hospitality and event logistics to the team. Prior to joining Destination South, Michele worked with Momentum Worldwide – immersed in brand communications, production and…
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