Nebraska Tourism Conference 2018
Hosted by Nebraska City Tourism & Commerce and Nebraska Tourism Commission
Registration | Lodging | Agenda | Speakers | Awards | Sponsors
To register for the conference,
- Fill out a Registration Form and mail it back - or -
- Fill out the online registration at this link: Online Registration
* Please note that online registrations require a 10% transaction fee in addtion to the amount of the registration.
Registration Types
1.) Full Conference (Tues.-Thurs.) Registration
(Includes materials, meals, breaks, and all activities)
- CVB's/Chambers: $225
- Non-CVB's/Chambers: $175
- Student: $50
2.) Tuesday Only (Includes materials, meals, and breaks): $100
3.) Wednesday Only (Includes materials, meals, breaks, and Celebrate Nebraska Banquet) : $150
4.) Wednesday Celebrate Nebraska Banquet Only: $60
If you have any questions about registration, contact Bryce Arens at 402-471-3796 or [email protected]
Lied Lodge & Conference Center
2700 Sylvan Road
Nebraska City, NE 68410
800-546-5433
- Ask for the Nebraska Tourism Conference Rate
- Reservations must be booked by Sept. 15, 2018
- $131.00 per room single occupancy per night + tax
- $143.00 per room double occupancy per night + tax
- This rate includes overnight accommodation and breakfast buffet in the Timber Dining Room
Monday October 15-Registration Open 3:00-5:00 P.M.
Tuesday October 16-Registration Open 8:00 A.M.-5:30 P.M.
6:30-8:00 A.M: Free Breakfast for Overnight Guests - Timber Dining Room
8:30-10:30 A.M: NTC Commission Meeting
8:30-11:30 A.M: Sports Roundtable with Jon Schmieder
10:00-5:30 P.M: Exhibit & Silent Auction Open
10:30-11:30 A.M: Newcomer's Orientation
10:00-11:15 A.M: Nebraska Festivals and Events Meeting
10:30-11:30 A.M: Nebraska Byways Meeting
11:45-12:15 P.M: Conference Welcome & Lunch
12:15-1:30 P.M: Keynote Session
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Increase Your Influence: Eight Essential Attributes of Successful Leaders - Dean Savoca, Savoca Performance Group
1:30-2:00 P.M: Networking Break
2:00-3:15 P.M: Session One
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Sign, Sign, Everywhere A Sign, Blocking out the Scenery - Matt Neeman and Jean Todd, Nebraska Department of Transportation
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Best (&Worst!) Practices in Sports Tourism Marketing - Jon Schmieder, Huddle Up Group
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Producing Videos on a Shoestring Budget - Jameon Rush, Optix Digital Medi
3:15-3:45 P.M: Networking Break
3:15-3:45 P.M: Session Two
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Nebraska Tourism 2018-19 Grant Programs - Heather Hogue, Nebraska Tourism Commission and Rebecca Schademann, Nebraska Department of Economic Development
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Developing Watchable Wildlife Adventures Panel - Carol Schlegel, McCook/Red Willow County Vistors Bureau; Alie Mays, Nebraska Game & Parks; Patrick Ward, Northwest Missouri State University
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Lead Like a Coach: How to Develop and Lead a Rock Star Team - Dean Savoca, Savoca Performance Group
5:00-5:30 P.M: Networking Break
6:00-9:00 P.M: Nebraska City Tourism Showcase-SHUTTLES AVAILABLE
All Nebraska Tourism Conference attendees are invited to the Lewis and Clark Visitors Center for a reception with light appetizers and a taste of local wines. Then, it's fiesta night at the Fox Center Event Space in downtown Nebraska City. Enjoy an authentic Mexican meal, catered by local restaurant El Portal. Then be prepared to be wowed by David Fox, the Midwest Mentalist.
Wednesday, October 17-Registration Open 7:30 A.M.-8:00 P.M.
6:30-8:00 A.M: Free Breakfast for overnight guests - Timber Dining Room
7:30-4:00 P.M: Exhibitors Booths Open
8:00-8:50 A.M: Welcome/Legislative Update/ABA Comments/Sponsors
8:50-9:00 A.M: Stretch break if time allows
9:00-10:00: Keynote Session
- Unsafe Thinking - Jonah Sachs, Author/Speaker
10:00-10:30 A.M: Networking Break - Visit Exhibtors
10:30-11:45 A.M: Session 3
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Things to Know Regarding Lodging Tax - Karen Barrett, Nebraska Department of Revenue
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Event Safety - Greg Hollingsead, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Develop Community Prosperity through Bicycle Tourism - Ginny Sullivan, Adventure Cycling Association
12:00-12:30 P.M: Lunch
12:30-1:30 P.M: General Session - Marketing Update
1:45-3:00 P.M: Session Four
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Things to Know Regarding Lodging Tax - Karen Barrett, Nebraska Department of Revenue (Repeat of previous session)
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Event Insurance - When is it Neccessary - Shane Ideus, UNICO & Andy Pollock, Remboldt Ludtke LLP
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Travel & Editorial Trends - Turner PR
3:00-3:30 P.M: Networking Break - Sponsored by North Platte Visitors Bureau (2019 Conference Hosts) - Visit Exhibitors
3:30-4:45 P.M: Nebraska Tourism Commission 2019 Marketing Unveiling
6:00-7:00 P.M: Celebrate Nebraska Reception
7:00-9:00 P.M: Celebrate Nebraska Awards Banquet
Thursday, October 18
6:30-8:00 A.M: Free Breakfast for overnight guests - Timber Dining Room
8:30-10:30 A.M: NETA Meeting
10:30-11:30 A.M: Store Association Round Table Discussion (Bring list of top 10 selling items & vendors to share with group)
See the attached list for speakers at this year's conference. Information will continue to be updated leading up to the conference date.
Awards will be presented in the following categories:
- Friend of Tourism
- Outstanding Event 9,999 or below
- Outstanding Event 10,000 or above
- Outstanding Marketing Campaign
- Outstanding Tourism Attraction
- Outstanding Agritourism or Ecotourism Entity
- Henry Fonda Award
Platinum
Gold
Silver
Columbus/Platte County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Lincoln Convention & Visitors Bureau
Nebraska Rural Radio Association
Nebraska Travel Association - NETA
North Platte/Lincoln County Visitors Bureau
Visit Omaha/Sarpy County Tourism
Bronze
Certified Folder Display Services, Inc.
Grand Island Convention & Visitors Bureau
Nebraska Winery & Grape Growers Association
Southeast Nebraska Tourism Council