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Once you have selected Midland as the location for
your meeting, the Midland Convention Services staff will help in the planning process by providing a variety of services. Complimentary services and promotional
items are provided to groups with a minimum of 10 rooms blocked
in one hotel. All
services and materials provided are based upon hotel room block
and room pick up and are determined by the Bureau. CVB logo items are available for
purchase by contacting our offices at 800/624-6435 or email us
at info@visitmidlandtx.com.
Planning Services
· Spouse/Children Activities - Assist
in program development and coordination
· Meal and Entertainment Functions -
Assist in the development of special events and functions at our
attractions
· Tours - Develop and coordinate tours
of attractions and the area; provide step-on guides
· Coordination of Transportation – After
receiving your itinerary, the staff will coordinate transportation
with local bus companies between the hotels, convention center
and off-site functions
· Catering List - Provide a list of local
caterers from the approved vendor list of the Midland Convention
Center
· Pre and Post-Convention Meetings –
Staff will attend local pre-convention meetings and a wrap-up
meeting at the conclusion of the event
Promotion and Publicity
· News Releases - Prepare and fax news
releases to local and regional media
· Attendance Builders - Provide staff
to attend your convention one year prior to your Midland event
in an effort to increase attendance
· Pre-Mailers - Provide promotional material
and mailings to general membership in an effort to increase attendance
· Slides, Photos and Promotional Video
– Offer our library of photos, slides and promotional video for
use in your print and promotional pieces
· Midland Logo – Camera ready art of
our logo is available upon request (print guidelines must be followed)
Staffing and Event Assistance
· Name Badges – Create and print custom
name badges for your pre-registered attendees
· On-Site Registration/Information –
Provide CVB and volunteer staff for registration and information
assistance
· Opening Ceremony Welcome – Given by
a local dignitary
· Welcome Banner – Provide a welcome
banner for your use at the hotel or convention center
· Table Centerpieces – Choose between
three pre-selected themes and decorating schemes for use during
your meal functions and special events
Collateral and Incentive Material
· Meeting Planner Guide – A printed guide
of services, attractions and facilities to assist in planning
your event
· Name Badges/Holders – Imprinted with Midland logo, badges
are clip-on style
· Plastic Bags, Visitor Information and
Logo Items – Plastic bags with Midland logo imprinted are filled
with brochures, maps, discount coupons and a souvenir item
· Logo Items – Items are available to
you at wholesale prices and can be used as a fundraiser for your
event
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Speaker
and VIP Gifts – A selection of items commemorating your special Midland event
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