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Annual Tourism Conference

Friday, February 27, 2026 (8:30 AM - 2:30 PM) (EST)

Description

Join tourism professionals, policymakers, and business leaders for a day of collaboration and insight designed to elevate our industry.

Why Attend?

  • Gain valuable insights on advocacy, marketing strategies, and infrastructure development.
  • Engage in panel discussions and sessions tailored to empower your tourism business.
  • Participate in a mini-expo and networking session—purchase a table to showcase your business and connect with key stakeholders.

Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and position your business for success this summer.

Lodging at Great Wolf Lodge: Event attendees are offered special courtesy rates for Family Suite rooms at Great Wolf Lodge (Thursday night: $240 + tax; Friday: $270 + tax). Each room includes four waterpark passes, valid from the day of arrival through the day of departure. Contact ddesrochers@chamberect.com about a booking. 

Presented in collaboration with



Engagement Opportunities:

Reach an audience of regional business and community leaders with a variety of marketing benefits while supporting the Chamber's work. To learn more or become a sponsor, contact Stephanie Clark at sclark@chamberect.com today!

Presenting Sponsorship: Sold Out - Thank You, CT Airport Authority

Premier Sponsorship: $2,250

  • Priority reserved table of 8 guests
  • Company logo on marketing materials, including registration website, program book, and PowerPoint
  • Company logo on branded item
  • Full page, full color advertisement in program book (5"w x 8"H)
  • Opportunity to distribute literature/promotional items to each attendee via place settings and/or display table
  • Company banner on display

Supporting Sponsorship: $1,250 

  • Priority reserved seating for 4 guests
  • Company logo on marketing materials, including registration website, program book, and PowerPoint
  • Half-page, full color advertisement in program book (5"W x 3.75"H)
  • Display table to distribute literature/promotional items to attendees 
  • Company banner on display

Display Table: $350: Includes 2 reserved seats (Deadline February 10)


Program Advertising:

  • Full page (5"W x 8"H), full color: $125
  • Half page (5"W x 3.75"H), full color: $75

Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor
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Registration 

"Early Bird" registration on or before February 24, 2026:  $75

Discounts will display during checkout. Remember to LOG IN for member rate. 

Registration after February 24, 2026, including at-the-door: $85

Reserved table of 8: $800

Cancellation Policy: Notice must be given at least three business days prior to the event. No shows or those unable to cancel in time will be billed as applicable. All registrations received within three business days of event are considered final. To cancel, please contact the Chamber at 860-701-9113 or admin@chamberect.com.
Great Wolf Lodge
201 Rainmaker Drive
Mashantucket, CT 06338 United States
Event Contact
Denise Desrochers
(860) 701-9113
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Friday, February 27, 2026 (8:30 AM - 2:30 PM) (EST)

(Vendor/Display Table Setup: 7:30 A.M.) 

Attendee Check-In, Breakfast, and Expo: 8:30 A.M. 

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