Education and Programs

STS Program Calendar

STS offers a variety of programs throughout the year giving members and non-members an opportunity for education, advocacy, promotion, and networking.

2026 Membership and Event Pricing
Become an STS Member
RFP Connections Conference
RFP for SMPR Conference

January - June

Marketing College Alumni logo

Marketing College Alumni
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National Travel & Tourism Week
See you in 2026!
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New Virtual Event!
Happiest Hour
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Happiest Hour logo

New/Prospective STS Member Orientation

Marketing College
May 31-June 5, 2026
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Congressional Summit
See you next year!
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Congressional Summit logo

Travel Media Meetup (Spring)
See you next year!
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Held in conjunction with Congressional Summit

40 for the Future
Submissions now closed
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July - December

Connections
See you in Richmond, VA September 8-11, 2026
and
Kingsport, TN
March 15-18, 2027
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Shining Example Awards
Submissions Now Closed
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Shining Example logo

Held in conjunction with Connections

Signature Events of the Southeast
Submissions Now Closed
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Travel Media Meetup (Autumn)
October 29, 2025!
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Webinars

Gain insight, from industry-related experts, all at the comfort of your desk.

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Speaking at an STS event

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Go South Travel Planner

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Program sponsorship

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