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CVB Staff Celebrates Winter Holidays with Fun and Food

By Susan Wade, Public Relations Manager on Dec. 19, 2022

CVB staff celebrated the winter holidays Dec. 16. From Steve "Scrooge" Ross to our newest staff member, Ashley Clair, everyone enjoyed the festivities that included contests, competitions, gifts, food…

Registration Open for 2023 Salute to Missouri Legislators

By Susan Wade, Public Relations Manager on Dec. 19, 2022

The Springfield Metro Partnership invites you to attend the 2023 Salute to Missouri Legislators Reception Wednesday, January 25, 2023 4:30-6:30 p.m. The Millbottom 400 W. Main St., Jefferson City…

CVB Board Presents Plaque, Proclamation and Scholarship Donation

By Susan Wade, Public Relations Manager on Dec. 15, 2022

The last Convention & Visitors Bureau board meeting attended by outgoing president Tracy Kimberlin was filled with surprises. The board presented three items to Kimberlin to honor him as he retires at…

Conference Attendees Donate a Literal Truckload of Toys

By Susan Wade, Public Relations Manager on Dec. 13, 2022

‘Twas a few days ‘til Christmas and to our surprise, We learned group events can bring tears to our eyes. Happy tears, that is, when we see holiday spirit, And the Missouri Common Ground Alliance was…

CVB Board Announces New President/CEO

By Susan Wade, Public Relations Manager on Dec. 08, 2022

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…

Sales Manager Earns RCMA Certification

By Susan Wade, Public Relations Manager on Nov. 22, 2022

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…

CVB Staff Learning More About the Community

By Susan Wade, Public Relations Manager on Oct. 27, 2022

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…

You're Invited to Join the CVB Facebook Group!

By Susan Wade, Public Relations Manager on Oct. 25, 2022

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…

MACVB Creates Scholarship Honoring Tracy Kimberlin

By Susan Wade, Public Relations Manager on Oct. 20, 2022

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…

CVB Staffer Honored with Award at Tourism Conference

By Susan Wade, Public Relations Manager on Oct. 18, 2022

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…