ABOUT INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS & INCENTIVE SUMMIT

International Meetings & Incentive Summit brings together the most highly qualified meeting and incentive buyers with top destinations, hotels/resorts, cruise lines, DMCs, DMOs, technology and merchandise providers, and tourism offices from the region. Attendees participate in one-on-one pre-scheduled appointments, gain industry insights from our guest speakers and network with this exclusive group. This unique event is hosted by Northstar Meetings Group’s leading brands: Successful Meetings, Meetings & Conventions, and Incentive magazine.

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Learn
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Learn from, and be inspired by, our guest speakers, roundtable participants, and boardroom presenters who will provide targeted education specific to your needs as a meeting and incentive planner.
Connect
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Connect with premier suppliers during pre-scheduled one-on-one business appointments and unique experiential activities.
Enjoy
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All qualified buyers will be fully hosted by Northstar Meetings Group, including airfare and planned activities.



HOSTED BUYERS

ALL QUALIFIED BUYERS WILL BE FULLY HOSTED BY NORTHSTAR MEETINGS GROUP, INCLUDING AIRFARE ALLOWANCE, ACCOMMODATION, MEALS, AND PLANNED ACTIVITIES. QUESTIONS ABOUT HOSTED-BUYER EVENTS? CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Those who are selected to attend will participate in:

  • Two productive days of pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings with international suppliers 
  • Insightful educational presentations from inspiring speakers
  • Great meals, receptions and numerous networking opportunities with other elite buyers and suppliers
  • Unique experiential activities showcasing Puerto Vallarta as a premier meetings and incentive destination

To learn more why past buyers say this event is the best networking and education experience in the incentive industry, please contact Cindy Binder.

SPEAKERS

To be announced

SUPPLIER INFO


Exhibitor Package Rates & Premium Sponsorship Opportunities


For exhibitor package rates and premium sponsorship opportunities, please contact your business development director or: Claudia Davila at [email protected].

Tuesday, December 1
2:00pm – 5:30pm
Registration
2:00pm – 5:30pm
Supplier tabletop set-up (Optional)
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Planners: Property Tour
6:30pm – 9:00pm
Welcome Reception

Sponsored by InterContinental Cartagena De Indias  

Wednesday, December 2
6:30am – 7:15am
Breakfast

Sponsored by InterContinental Cartagena De Indias

7:30am – 8:30am
Opening Remarks & Education Session
8:45am – 12:15pm
One-on-One Appointments (13 w/break at 10:30am)
10:30am – 10:45am
Break

Sponsored by InterContinental Cartagena De Indias  

12:30pm
Departure for Lunch
12:45pm -- 2:15pm
Lunch
2:15pm
Departure for Activities
2:30pm – 4:45pm
Activities

Sponsored by Vaova DMC

6:00pm
Departure for Offsite Dinner
6:15pm - 7:15pm
Cocktail Reception
7:15pm - 9:30pm
Dinner Reception
Thursday, December 3
6:30am – 7:15am
Breakfast on Own

Sponsored by InterContinental Cartagena De Indias 

7:30am – 10:00am
One-on-One Appointments (9 w/break at 8:45am)
8:45am – 9:00am
Break

Sponsored by InterContinental Cartagena De Indias    

10:15am
Departure for Lunch
11:30am – 4:45pm
Group Lunch and Activity
6:30pm
Planners Depart for Offsite Dinner
6:45pm
Suppliers Depart for Offsite Dinner
7:00pm – 9:30pm
Closing Reception
Friday, December 4
Departures throughout the day

Airport transportation sponsored by Vaova DMC

CONTACT
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR SALES REPRESENTATIVE OR:
Buyers Contact

Cindy Binder

Buyer Development Manager

[email protected]

Suppliers Contact

Claudia Davila

Business Development Director

[email protected]

Event Logistics Contact

Rita Bergman

Manager, Events and Tradeshows

[email protected]