Join tourism professionals, policymakers, and business leaders for a high-impact day of collaboration and insight designed to strengthen our region’s tourism economy—and position your organization for success in the year ahead. Why Attend? Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and elevate your impact in the tourism industry. Bring your business cards for a chance to win a special door prize, generously donated by Foxwoods Resort Casino. Subject to change Presented in collaboration with 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! Premier Sponsorship: $2,250 Supporting Sponsorship: $1,250 Display Table: $350: Includes 2 reserved seats Program Advertising: Registration Registration includes continental breakfast and buffet lunch. "Early Bird" registration on or before February 20, 2026: $75 Discounts will display during checkout. Remember to LOG IN for member rate. Registration after February 20, 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. (Vendor/Display Table Setup: Starting at 7:30 A.M.) Attendee Check-In, Breakfast, and Expo: 8:30 A.M. 
Annual Tourism Conference
Friday, February 27, 2026 (8:30 AM - 2:30 PM)
(EST)
Description
Advancing Tourism Across our Region
Speakers
Jason Guyot
Rachel Lenda
Morgan Nyerick
Chris Regan
Bruce Flax
David Jensen
Ellie Greenberg
Jeanne Sigel
Jennifer Sherman
Kim Noto
Maria Miranda
Paul Mayer
Patti Larrow-George
Carly DeLuca
Mary Damm
Susan J. Halpin
Schedule
8:30 am Check-In, Breakfast, and Networking 9:00 am Speakers Begin
• Presenting Partners
• State Update with Rachel Lenda and Megan Gilbert
• Marketing the Experience – Panel Discussion
– Kim Noto, Mohegan Sun
– Ellie Greenberg, Wonderlosity
– Jennifer Sherman, Mystic Aquarium
– Moderator: Maria Miranda, Miranda Creative
• A Comprehensive Tourism Study
– Fred Carstensen, Connecticut Center for Economic Analysis, University of Connecticut
– Chris Regan, Olde Mistick Village; Eastern Regional Tourism District10:30 am Tradeshow and Networking 11:30 am Lunch Buffet 12:00 pm Keynote Presentation with Jason Guyot 12:30 pm Breakout Session 1 – Choose one
• From Ideas to Output: How AI Can Accelerate Your Mission
– Dave Jensen, Regan Digital Studio
• Raising Your voice for Tourism: Practical Advocacy Strategies
– Paul Mayer, DATTCO,CT Tourism Coalition, Central CT Tourism District
– Susan J. Halpin, Co-Principal and Lobbyist of CT Government Relations Group of Robinson & Cole
– Patti Larrow-George, Eastern Regional Tourism District1:10 pm Breakout Session 2 – Choose one
• Worth the Trip: Events That Make Eastern Connecticut the Destination
– Carly DeLuca, The Last Green Valley
– Jeanne Sigel, Garde Arts Center
– Mary Damm, Rose Arts Festival
– Bruce Flax, Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce
• Capitalizing on Content: Ways to Partner with Creators
– Morgan Nyerick, Office of Statewide Marketing & Tourism2:00 pm Reconvene for Closing Remarks 
Engagement Opportunities:
Presenting Sponsorship: Sold Out - Thank You, Bradley International AirportSponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Supporting Sponsor
Display Table Sponsorship
201 Rainmaker Drive
Mashantucket,
CT
06338
United States
Conference
Chamber Business Breakfast or Luncheon
Networking Event
Tours & Travel
Stay the night 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.
President & CEO
Foxwoods Resort Casino
Director of Tourism
State of Connecticut
Creative Director
Office of Statewide Marketing & Tourism
Olde Mistick Village
Chair, Eastern Regional Tourism District
President
Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce
Chief Digital Strategist
Regan Digital Studio, a Regan Communications Group Company
CEO
Wonderlosity
Marketing and Development Director
Garde Arts Center
Vice President of Marketing
Mystic Aquarium
Chief Marketing Officer
Mohegan Sun
Owner / Creative Director
Miranda Creative
VP of Marketing and Communications
DATTCO; President, CT Tourism Coalition
Legislative Committee Chair
Eastern Regional Tourism District
Community Outreach Coordinator
The Last Green Valley
Festival Director
Rose Arts Festival
Lobbyist
Government Relations Group of Robinson + Cole
Pricing
Great Wolf Lodge
Friday, February 27, 2026 (8:30 AM - 2:30 PM)
(EST)
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