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Working With A DMO Is Smart!
DMOs have the resources, services and teams of certified meeting experts that makes planning any size event a breeze. They do all the heavy lifting and best of all, their services are FREE!
Working with California Meetings is smart! We have the country’s largest network of accredited DMOs, perfect weather, an abundance of venues, breathtaking back-drops and a steadfast commitment to your success.
Here are a few more reasons why it's SMART to work with a DMO:
DMOs are destination influencers.
They are not only destination experts, they are the key influencer within the destination to drive maximum results for a planner’s event. DMOs serve as an extension of the planner’s staff to provide real-time collaboration and access to the city experience.
DMOs are community connectors. DMOs leverage destination partner-ships to the planner’s advantage to help deliver the best in event services.
DMOs source intellectual capital. DMOs make the connection to local thought leaders and experts tailored to the goals and objectives of the planner’s event.
DMOs document economic impact. DMOs are acutely aware of the need to quantify the dollars and cents importance of events to their destinations and customers.
DMOs are client vision advocates. DMOs will be the advocates for a planner’s business event strategy and will be focused on the planner’s meeting objectives and business outcomes.
Fast Track The Planning Process
At California Meetings we value your business and your time. Designed by planners for planners, our processes are fast and streamlined. Our responsive and intuitive environment connect you with the resources, services and experts of California's top meeting destinations to ensure the best experience possible.
Upload Your RFP
Simply choose a destination(s), upload your RFP and we’ll do the rest. We have teams of meeting experts standing by to deliver an extra-ordinary level of service and an exceptional meeting experience.
Customer Support
We have the resources, services and experts to ensure your success and provide the support you need to guarantee your meeting is extraordinary.
PLANNER FRIENDLY
Designed by planners for planners, California Meetings is dedicated to the development of ideas and strategies that streamline the planning process and make it easier for event organizers to get the job done!
SAVE TIME
The California Meetings Technology Platform save planners time by eliminating tedious search and putting the state's premier meeting resources, services and experts into a single source, turn-key, intuitive and user-friendly format.
*MEET CALIFORNIA
The “Meet California” Planner Invitational is a hybrid networking event that incorporates cutting-edge technology with old school diplomacy. Collaboration meets inspiration in a fun, two-day golf-themed event that be-spokes innovation and efficiency.
PLANNER PERKS CLUB (PPC)
Shape the future of meetings in California by joining a visionary team of industry leaders whose objective is to turn ordinary meetings into extraordinary events. PPC is fashioned to reward our planner network with special offers, perks, points and more.
*Restrictions apply. Planners must have a valid RFP and book a meeting
180 days prior to or within 180 days after Meet California event.
Mobile
Planning a meeting in California has never been easier. Simply download California Connect, the world’s first and only mobile directory of California's top meeting resources, services and experts. It's as easy as 1,2 3!
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A next level solution tailored to the needs and wants of todays tech savvy planner.
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California Meetings showcases the Golden State as a magnet for innovators with an abundance of inspirational settings. The No. 1 destination for leisure travel is "all in” on their efforts to do the same for meetings and events.
With an “anything-is-possible mindset”, California promises to be a visionary leader in collaboration and inspiration. Our elite network of more than 55 DMOs, and partnership with Visit California will transform ordinary meetings into extraordinary events. We invite you to join us on this incredible journey.
Enjoy the planning process and don't hesitate to reach out if we can assist you in any way.
PLANNER RESOURCES
Here are a few tools that will help you dig deeper and reap the benefits and positive outcomes of a forward-thinking, all-inclusive meeting strategy.
California Connect
Download our mobile app and build your network of resources and experts!
California Meetings Resource Guide
Download our digital resource guide and get connected to California
California Meetings Events
Stop by our booths at premier industry events and say hello
California Meetings Planner Invitational
Sign up to be considered one of our VIP planners at this epic event
RFP Concierge
Streamline the process and let us do all the heavy lifting!