CVB Board Announces New President/CEO
The Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau will have a new leader on board beginning Jan. 17. Mark Hecquet will replace Tracy Kimberlin who retires Dec. 31. Hecquet currently serves as president and…
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Sales Manager Earns RCMA Certification
Congratulations to Melissa Evans, group sales manager for the Convention & Visitor Bureau, on earning certification from the Religious Conference Management Assoc. A Certified Faith-Based Meeting…
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CVB Staff Learning More About the Community
Whether it's little-known history or well-known attractions, CVB staff members are always learning about the community so we can do a better job of telling visitors about things to see and do in the…
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You're Invited to Join the CVB Facebook Group!
If you like to be in the know and network with people who share your interest in local tourism, join the CVB's Facebook group. The private group is another place where we share information about what…
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MACVB Creates Scholarship Honoring Tracy Kimberlin
The Missouri Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus has created a scholarship recognizing Tracy Kimberlin's 30+ years in the industry. Kimberlin, president and CEO of the Springfield Convention…
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CVB Staffer Honored with Award at Tourism Conference
Congratulations to Madison Yohn on receiving the Rising Star Award from the Missouri Division of Tourism. Yohn, content coordinator for the Convention & Visitors Bureau, joined the organization's team…
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Springfield Mayor Welcomes Bull to the Ozarks
When we asked Springfield Mayor Ken McClure to welcome a bull to the Ozarks, we thought he would toss off the idea with a polite "no thanks." We were wrong. Not only did Mayor McClure welcome Malaki…
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Registration Ends Sept. 19 for Governor's Conference on Tourism
If you haven't signed up for the 2022 Governor's Conference on Tourism, stop procrastinating! After Sept. 19, it'll be too late to sign up and you'll miss all the education and fun of the conference…
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PR Staff Attending Media Trade Shows to Promote Springfield
Stories ideas will be pitched and Springfield well represented at upcoming media trade shows. Susan Wade, public relations manager for the Convention & Visitors Bureau, will represent the city at the…
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We Know She's Awesome; Now Everyone Else Does, Too!
Congratulations to the 10 people profiled in "Biz 417" magazine's "10 for the Next 10," an article about people who are making a difference to the Springfield area economy, culture, communication and…
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