Transformation
We’re Bringing “Sexy” Back! With Taylor Laws – CMP, DMCP
Flashback to March of 2020… The pandemic has gripped the United States and Canada. Young and old, every one of us is thrown into roles and realities we never could have imagined. Meetings professionals quickly become virtual event producers. Hoteliers swiftly transform into professional puzzle workers – moving programs on a constantly changing calendar. Many…
Read MoreGet To know LionStar Films
Destination South Meetings + Events‘ Creative and Marketing Director, Lorri McQueary recently had a chance to spend time chatting with Ryan Seger, Executive Producer of one of our favorite film and video partners, LionStar Films. Since 1999, LionStar has been producing creative film and videos for clients around the world. We find their team to be inspiring and always insightful about…
Read MoreWe’re Hiring!
Destination South Meetings + Events is looking for a person that’s as passionate about events and meetings as we are! If the below information on our Administrative Assistant position sounds like a good fit for you, or for a friend, then connect with us at ncary@destinationsouth.com. No phone calls – online inquiries only. The Administrative Assistant plays a key…
Read MoreEvent Savers Seeking An Event Production Intern
Have you ever wanted to be a Super Hero in real life? Join the ‘Event Savers’ at Destination South as our Event Production Intern! Destination South Meetings + Events a DMC Network Company is an Atlanta-based destination management company servicing both domestic and international clients. An award-winning event producer for almost two decades, we…
Read MoreHospitality Hall of Fame – Oceans Legend
At this year’s Allie Awards we were beyond thrilled for our team, event partners and client to be recognized by winning BEST EVENT: CORPORATION/ASSOCIATION (OVER $100K) for our work on the 2015 Hospitality Hall of Fame Awards. In its 16th year, this is the 6th year that Destination South Meetings + Events has had the honor of producing the reception, dinner and ceremony. Making this year…
Read MoreBehind The Velvet Curtain – A Burlesque Affair!
Lacy bustiers, a flirtatious male hula artist, a drag queen with a magnificent voice and an emcee who was half man, half woman. These acts are not your typical entertainment for a corporate event, and yet they were perfect for an outrageous and highly entertaining burlesque theater event for our client! One of our favorite…
Read MoreExperiencing IMEX America 2015
This Fall we were thrilled that Destination South‘s President and Managing Director, Cynthia Alford, DMCP and Sales Director, Andy Williams, CMP, TMP had the opportunity to attend IMEX America in one of the world’s most energetic and entertaining cities, Las Vegas. With a record attendance of 10,935, this 3-day event for hospitality, DMC and event…
Read MoreIt Takes TEAMWORK To Make The Dream Work – Part II
This month we’re happy to have Atlanta leader, Gary Stokan as guest blogger for a two-part leadership series on Mouth Of The Destination South Blog. With 35+ years of corporate sports management experience, Stokan has put his fingerprint on many major events that have brought Atlanta to the forefront as a globally progressive and thriving city. In Part II…
Read MoreIt Takes TEAMWORK To Make The Dream Work – Part I
We’re honored this month to have Atlanta leader, Gary Stokan as our guest blogger! Founder of the Chick‑fil‑A Bowl, Stokan is also past president of the Atlanta Sports Council where he served for 12 years, concurrently with his role with the Chick‑fil‑A Bowl. With 35+ years of corporate sports management experience, Stokan has put his fingerprint on…
Read MoreWhat's Old Is New – Creating Contemporary Events at Historic Venues
Photography: Travis S. Taylor, Affairs to Remember When we think of experts in Atlanta that understand the in’s and out’s of special event venues, especially historic venues, Jennifer Schiveree Farmer‘s name most definitely comes to the forefront! Currently with Affairs to Remember Caterers, Jennifer joined this dynamic team in July 2015 as their Director of Business Development. Bringing with her a…
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