CVB staff represent Springfield at a variety of events and trade shows in an effort to promote Springfield as a travel and convention destination and for professional development opportunities. Here's what's coming up soon.

  • CVB president Tracy Kimberlin, marketing director Laura Whisler and interactive media manager Sean Dixon will attend the Destination Marketing Association International Annual Convention in Seattle in July. Dixon will be honored with a 30 Under 30 award at the conference.
  • CVB Sales Director Dana Maugans will represent Springfield at the Meeting Planners International World Educational Conference in July in St. Louis.
  • Sales manager Diane Gillespie and representatives of local hotels will participate in the Joint Meeting Planners Trade Show in July in Jefferson City.
  • Sales manager Melissa Evans will represent Springfield at the American Society of Association Executives Arkansas Chapter conference in July in Bentonville.