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AGENDA
National
International
Metropolitan
Advertising
Leisure
SPEAKERS
DESTINATION DC
ELLIOTT L. FERGUSON, II esident & CEO
THERESA BELPULSI
Senior Vice President, Tourism, Sports & Visitor Experience
tara miller Director of Global Sales, Convention Sales & Services
AARON WOODIN-SCHWARTZ
Chief Corporate Aļ¬airs Oļ¬cer, Brand USA
ERIK HANSEN
Senior Vice President, Head of Government Relations U.S. Travel Association
MANAGING DIRECTORS FROM DDCāS GLOBAL OFFICES
Corey Marshall Australia/New Zealand
Jenny Guan China
Beate H.K. Mauder Kakkar India
MARJORI SCHROEDER
ROBIN MCCLAIN
Chief Marketing Oļ¬cer
MELISSA RILEY
Senior Vice President Convention Sales & Services
Letizia Sirtori Vice President, Global Tourism
Sandra Whitehead Senior Research Manager
Paul bobson
Vice President of Airline and Business Development, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
EMMA KEANE
Paid Account Director, Talking Stick Digital
ANDY FACER UK/Ireland (Trade)
LILLIAN TORO Mexico
KYLIE BAWDEN United Kindom/Ireland (PR)
MARIA GREINER Germany (PR)
MAXINE MACPHERSON United Kingdom (MICE)
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WHERE THE WORLD DOES BUSINESS
At Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center powerful events create inļ¬uential experiences. Designated as the World Trade Center Washington, DC, this iconic property oļ¬ers a powerful forum for global businessāconvening industry leaders from around the world.
With 65,000 square feet of versatile event space, contemporary culinary creations, and an experienced team of professionals, DCās premier venue can make your event experiences not just memorable but inļ¬uential.
Connect with us at rrbitc.com.
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The Most Options for Washington DC:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) has more airlines, more nonstop destinations and more seats than any other airport in the National Capital Region.
Strategic Location and Connectivity:
IAD's strategic location, positions it as a global business hub with unmatched connectivity. The Silver Line Metro train oļ¬ers fast and frequent single train service between Washington Dulles International Airport and Washington, D.C.
Aļ¬ordable Travel Destination:
A three-day journey from London to Washington, D.C. costs approximately 46% less than a similar trip to New York City a ributed in part to the region's robust public transportation system.
Economic Hub:
The region plays a pivotal role in the nation's economic landscape, contributing signiļ¬cantly to corporate US air spending with 80 companies boasting annual revenues exceeding $2 billion.
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Planning an ināperson event? United for Business can help.
Whether you're planning a meeting, conference, reunion, or wedding, let United for Business handle the work of ge ing your a endees to your destination with discounted tickets and preferred traveler beneļ¬ts.
Click here to learn more
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Expedia Group Advertising is a global travel advertising leader, connecting brands with hundreds of millions of high-intent travelers across our worldwide network. Powered by unparalleled search and booking data, we deliver actionable insights, precision targeting, and full-funnel measurement. Our suite spans display, sponsored listings, audience extension, Co-Ops, and custom creative, all backed by more than two decades of travel and media expertise to help partners inspire, engage, and drive real results.
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City Cruises, offers a variety of on-the-water experiences, including sightseeing, dining, and private events, in major cities across the US, Canada, and the UK. They are known for their sightseeing cruises, dinner cruises, brunch cruises, and water taxi services. In Washington, D.C., they operate from The Wharf, offering cruises along the Potomac River and water taxi service to various locations like Georgetown, Old Town Alexandria, National Harbor and Mt. Vernon.
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One of the founding clubs of Major League Soccer in 1996, D.C. United is among the most decorated teams in the United States with 13 domestic and international trophies. D.C. United has called the District home for the last 30 seasons and plays home games at Audi Field, a 20,000-seat soccer-speciļ¬c stadium in Buzzard Point.
To learn more or purchase tickets, visit dcunited.com.
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Elevate your next meeting with Convene, the premier destination for meetings and events in the DMV. Whether youāre looking for a sophisticated boardroom in the heart of Downtown DC or a stunning event space with panoramic views in Rosslyn, we provide everything you need. Visit convene.com to learn more.
