Speaker Interest
Get the attention of STS members
by speaking at an STS event
Interested in being a guest speaker at an STS event?
We appreciate your interest in speaking at a future STS event. STS events include workshops, keynote presentations, general sessions, and breakout sessions. Our travel and tourism attendees want to hear from thought leaders and industry experts, with key research and resources to help them succeed. The STS Education Pillar is seeking submissions for compelling sessions for 2024 in-person programs and webinars.
Our Mission
Dedicated to improving the economic vitality of the Southeast by uniting all segments of the travel and tourism Industry; promoting tourism within our member states, fostering cooperation, sharing resources, and providing continuing education.
What We Look for:
Our travel and tourism attendees want to hear from thought leaders and industry experts. The STS Education Pillar is seeking submissions for compelling sessions for 2024 programs.
Topics must align with one or more of the STS Education Pillars and member interests:
Visitor Research & Trends
Group Sales Trends, Strategies and Marketing(Conventions, Group Tours & Sports)
Destination Marketing Trends
Leadership
Destination Development - Planning & Execution
Partnering with Economic Development
Advocacy Strategies - Local, State, and Federal
Workforce Development Strategies for Tourism
Festivals & Events Management & Trends
Research on Short-Term Rentals
Community Partnerships
Showcase: Regional Marketing Programs - Across State Lines (Facilitator & Moderator)
Showcase: Unique Festivals & Events - Across State Lines (Facilitator & Moderator)
ADA Compliant Websites
Crisis Management
New DMO Funding Models
New DMO Budgeting & Financial Management Strategies
Tourism Case Studies for Social Media
Future of DMOs & Tourism
Infrastructure Management, Funding & Impacts on Tourism
Tourism Inclusion: Accessibility, Sustainability and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
How to Develop & Sustain a Local Advocacy Program
Grant Writing Tips for Tourism Organizations
Deeper Dive: Building Relationships with Influencers & Bloggers
Deeper Dive: Social Media Strategy
Deeper Dive: Product Development