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| TESTIMONIALS |
"I love this conference! Always very beneficial!"
"Learned a lot and made many good contacts."
"Great diversity of presentations!"
"Interactive, interesting, informative!
"I enjoyed the workshops that would actually relate to something in my business. I took practical ideas away from every session. I brought home materials to share with my organization that are useful. |
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| About VTIC/Our History |
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Our Roots:
Robert Townsend and Mal Bevins, of University of Vermont Extension, initiated the first Vermont Travel Industry Conference (VTIC) in 1983. The purpose of that half-day session was to provide members of the tourism industry with information and research data available through the University. Seven years later, VTIC gained its non-profit status, becoming VTIC, Inc.
Our Mission:
To provide for the education and training of individuals involved with the Vermont tourism industry.
What We Do:
VTIC meets its mandate in two very specific ways. The first is through the annual conference, which is designed every year by a Planning Committee co-chaired by the VTIC Board Chair (volunteer) and the Executive Director (contracted staff position). Membership on this committee is open to all interested parties. Second, VTIC offers scholarships to Vermont college students furthering their education in a tourism-related field, and financial support for Vermont tourism professionals wanting to continue their education. The amount and number of awards given each year is predicated upon VTIC’s fiscal resources, the sum of applicants and the nature of their requests.
Who Does It:
The business of VTIC, Inc. is conducted by a volunteer Board of Directors. Each member represents a different sector of the tourism community. Board responsibilities include the general supervision and control of the activities and affairs of VTIC, as well as the final approval of all conference policies. The Board has the option of hiring administrative staff, and currently contracts the services of an Executive Director.
How We Do It:
VTIC activities are underwritten solely by the revenues it generates through the annual conference, sponsorship of that conference, and the Silent Auction.
The Annual Conference:
The Vermont Travel Industry Annual Conference draws one of the largest gatherings of tourism professionals in the state including owners, managers and employees of the many businesses connected to this important segment of the economy.
Two awards and one scholarship are presented at the Vermont Travel Industry Conference:
- The Governor’s Award for Marketing Excellence
- The Vermont Travel Person of the Year Award
- The Vermont Travel Industry Scholarship ($2,000 is awarded to a full-time undergraduate student studying hospitality or recreation)
History
| 1982 |
Inaugural Event! |
| 1983 |
2nd Annual Vermont Travel Industry Conference |
| 1984 |
Vermont: A Special World |
| 1985 |
Celebrate The Past, Prepare For The Future |
| 1986 |
Tourism in Vermont: Survive or Thrive |
| 1987 |
Our Future Together |
| 1988 |
Designing Our Future |
| 1989 |
Working Together to Succeed |
| 1990 |
Opportunities in a Changing Economy |
| 1991 |
Vermont—A Treasure Chest: Targeting Our Assets |
| 1992 |
There’s Magic This Year |
| 1993 |
Let’s Build Vermont Tourism Together |
| 1994 |
Partnerships for Success |
| 1995 |
Reflect on Traditions and Reach to the Future |
| 1996 |
Make the Connection |
| 1997 |
Positioning Yourself for the 21st Century |
| 1998 |
People are the Difference |
| 1999 |
Unity & Diversity: The Many Facets of Tourism |
| 2000 |
The Value of our Assets: Capitalizing on Successful Partnerships |
| 2001 |
The Many Faces of VT: Marketing the Authentic Experience |
| 2002 |
Marketing Tourism in a Whole New World |
| 2003 |
Preserve, Promote, and Partner: The Future of Tourism in VT |
| 2004 |
Vermont: It’s About the Experience |
| 2005 |
From Yesterday to Tomorrow: Marketing the Vermont Brand |
| 2006 |
Learn Partner Profit—Introduction of New Logo! |
| 2007 |
25th Anniversary Celebration! |
| 2009 |
26th Annual Conference |
| 2010 |
Save-the-Date: April 7 & 8, 2010 |
Board of Directors
Ed Stahl
Stowe Area Association
51 Main St
Stowe, VT 05672
eds@gostowe.com
Elsa Gilbertson
Vermont Department of Historic Preservation
Chimney Point State Historic
Site Route 125
Addison, VT 05491
chimneypoint@historicvermont.org
Steve Cook
Vermont Department of Tourism & Marketing
6 Baldwin Street
Montpelier, VT 05633
steve.cook@state.vt.us
Peter Mason
Mason Marketing & Media
193 Lawrence Hill Road
PO Box 7
Weston, VT 05161
Kathy Murphy
Vermont Ski Areas Association
26 State Street
PO Box 368
Montpelier, VT 05601
kathy@skivermont.com |
Gerianne Smart
Smart Communication
PO Box 283
Vergennes, VT 05491-0283
gerianne@getsmartvt.com
Bill Orleans
PP & D Brochure Distribution
377 Pine St.
Burlington, VT 05401
info@ppdbrochure.com
Diane Dickerman
Mountaintop Inn & Resort
195 Mountain Top Road
Chittenden, VT 05737
diane@mountaintopinn.com
Vicky Tebbetts
Vermont Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 37
Montpelier, VT 05601
vtebbetts@vtchamber.com
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