Innovation through Improvisation
 
Beyond being funny, good improvisers are great listeners, supportive team members and people who welcome the unexpected. When faced with challenges, being able to see situations with fresh eyes and think creatively is crucial for individuals and organizations to grow.

Don’t miss Chicago’s esteemed Second City as they bring their special brand of comedy to Wyoming. Learn how to “improve through improv! “




The New Post-Recession Traveler: What’s Changed and Where Are We Heading?


Without a doubt, the most recent “Great Recession” and all of its upheavals have impacted the psyche and behavior of American travelers…and that includes sentiments and intentions toward travel. No segment of travelers, or the tourism industry, has been immune to the swiftly changing waters.

Join nationally respected Peter Yesawich as he shares insights from one of the most comprehensive and insightful surveys of today’s American traveler.

Greetings from the Capitol and
best wishes for a Happy New Year!



I invite you to start the New Year off right by attending the 2012 Governor’s Hospitality & Tourism Conference to be held February 26-28, 2012 at Little America in Cheyenne. This Conference is an essential one that everyone involved in Wyoming’s tourism industry should attend. Like in years past, the agenda will be jam-packed again this year with programs both valuable and useful as your business moves forward in 2012.

If you want to hone management skills, learn about the latest marketing tools, improve your technology know-how, and hear about the legislative session and the activities of the state tourism office, you can accomplish these things and more through this Conference. The Wyoming Lodging and Restaurant Association and the Wyoming Office of Tourism, in cooperation with one another, have put together an impressive list of speakers and events. The Conference will be highly informative and also provide a major venue for connecting with colleagues.

As we all know, change happens and no two years are alike. I am optimistic about Wyoming and the year 2012, but having been in business myself as a rancher I know it is vital to stay abreast of one’s field in order to navigate successfully through change. It is important to plan for growth. It is important to keep pace with technology. It is important to network with others in the industry. The strategies and ideas you take away from the Conference, added to your own, will help your business meet the changes to come.

I hope you will take advantage of this special Conference. It is a chance to visit with folks from the Tourism Office as well as the WLRA staff that serves you. It is a chance to see your friends in the industry and make new ones, too. Please register now. It is a distinct pleasure and privilege for us at the state to work together with you in the tourism industry to continue to promote Wyoming, a place of unparalleled beauty and natural wonders. We want as many people as possible to experience our great state – this destination without equal that we are blessed to call home.

I hope to see you at the end of February.

Sincerely,

Matthew H. Mead
Governor of the State of Wyoming



2012 SPONSORS

 

The Organizers of the Wyoming Governor's Hospitality & Tourism Conference

Wyoming Office of Tourism and Wyoming Lodging & Restaurant Association kindly thank the following groups for their participation:





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Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities

The Wyoming Governors Hospitality and Tourism Conference offers businesses a chance to find new customers. There are opportunities to exhibit at the trade show and sponsor events, aimed at networking and raising your visibility with the hospitality and tourism industry. Attended by over 350 people, you will find the industry leaders and buyers at this event.

For more information click here or reach out to Devin

Contact:  Devin Ledbetter
307.634.8816 ext.204
devin@wlra.org

Randall Travel Marketing

One-on-One Appointments
Sheridan Room from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm on
Monday and Tuesday
Contact Kristin Phipps for scheduling 307-777-2887