Welcome to the third edition of the Salem Convention & Visitors Association's Industry Newsletter.
Featured Articles:
July SCVA Marketing Exchange Luncheon - Attract New Business to Your Door!
New Board of Directors
SCVA Seeks Public Relations Manager
Travel Oregon Regional Pack (TORP)
New Salem Area Conference & Event Planner Guide Available
TOURISM ECONOMIC IMPACT IN SALEM AREA INCREASES IN 2007
Next Team Salem Meeting
Interested in Volunteering?
Welcome New Members
Member News & Announcements
Upcoming Conferences & Events
Events Link - Engage in Salem's Outstanding Events!
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- June/July 2008 -
Salem Convention & Visitors Association's
Industry Newsletter
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July SCVA Marketing Exchange Luncheon - Attract New Business to Your Door!
The Salem Convention & Visitors Association's (SCVA) July Marketing Exchange will be Thursday, July 17, 2008 from 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. at Historic Deepwood Estate (1116 Mission St. SE). RSVPs and prepayment are required by July 11, 2008 ... Click here to view the full article.
New Board of Directors
SCVA's 2008-2009 Board of Directors is a vibrant group of dedicated individuals who understand the positive economic impact of the tourism industry. SCVA's 08-09 Board will continue to build on SCVA's successful programs to sustain economic and quality of life benefits for the region ... Click here to view the full article.
SCVA Seeks Public Relations Manager
Public Relations Manager
The Salem Convention & Visitors Association (SCVA) is seeking an energetic, professional with strong written, verbal and organizational abilities. Excellent writing and public speaking skills essential for working with domestic and international media and community. Prior position in public relations or communications required. Must be proficient in Microsoft applications and general database programs. Knowledge of Salem area necessary. Vehicle required. Ability to lift and carry 35#. Some travel and evening and weekend hours. Full-time position, hourly wage, benefits. Position description may be found at www.TravelSalem.com/contact.html or by calling, 503-581-4325 ext. 27. Mail or deliver resume by 5:00 p.m. on June 27, 2008 to: Attn: Irene Bernards, SCVA, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem, OR 97301 or jobs@TravelSalem.com ... Click here to view the full job description.
Travel Oregon Regional Pack (TORP)
SCVA is excited to announce a new Travel Oregon Regional Pack (TORP) partnership with the Willamette Valley Visitors Association (WVVA) and Travel Oregon. TORP is a collaborative, literature fulfillment program offered to Oregon's Regional Destination Marketing Organizations by Travel Oregon.
The program, launched in May 2008, is designed to provide ... Click here to view the full article.
New Salem Area Conference & Event Planner Guide Available
The Salem Convention and Visitors Association (SCVA) unveiled the Salem Area Conference & Event Planner Guide. This 25 page, full color guide promotes Salem as well as Marion and Polk counties as a perfect destination to hold conferences, meetings and events. The guide highlights numerous ... Click here to view the full article.
TOURISM ECONOMIC IMPACT IN SALEM AREA INCREASES IN 2007
Tourism is big business in Salem and a vital economic generator, confirmed by a recently released study, Economic Impacts of Travel 1992-2007, Salem Oregon. According to Portland based market research firm Dean Runyan Associates, Salem's visitor spending was $239 million in 2007 an increase of 7 percent. Results of visitor spending by commodity purchased are ... Click here to view the full article.
Next Team Salem Meeting
SCVA's Convention and Tourism programs meet regularly with a group of Salem area marketing and sales representatives to discuss marketing partnerships, cooperative efforts and bring forward marketing opportunities. Save the date to come to the Thursday, August 21st meeting that will be held at 12 noon at Mission Mill Museum (1313 Mill St. SE, Salem) please bring your lunch.
If you plan on attending please RSVP by August 20th to Brooke Ekins, SCVA's Convention & Member Services Manager, 503-581-4325 ext. 58 or bekins@TravelSalem.com.
Interested in Volunteering?
By joining the Salem Convention and Visitors Association (SCVA), a "Booster" volunteer is part of Salem's official marketing team. Our team's mission is to promote Salem as a leisure and meeting destination attracting visitors from the U.S. and abroad.
Volunteer Opportunities: ... Click here to view the full article.
Welcome New Members
SCVA launched the Association's membership program in October 2007. To date 174 energized businesses have joined SCVA to be part of a regional promotional organization. Please review the list of SCVA members ... Click here to view the full article.
Member News & Announcements
Be sure to visit the Member News & Announcements section of TravelSalem.com to discover the latest and greatest news from SCVA members. The Member News & Announcements section is your opportunity to get the word out about your business whether it is to tout a special you are running, to put a "shout out" about recognition you have received, or just other great news!
Be sure to email your "member news" to Sue Nichols, SCVA's Community Development Director at snichols@TravelSalem.com. We want to hear from you!
Upcoming Conferences & Events
SCVA is hard at work promoting Salem as a conference, meeting and event destination. Once the groups have booked in Salem the service portion of what SCVA offers begins. From gathering items for welcome bags to arranging pre- and post-tours, the services SCVA offers is the "frosting on the cake" that ensures a successful event.
Here is a sample of upcoming conferences, meetings and events ... Click here to view the full article.
Events Link - Engage in Salem's Outstanding Events!
Salem area events are extremely important in attracting visitors to the area but they also add to the quality of life here in Salem and the Marion and Polk counties region. Please remember to post your events free at www.TravelSalem.com through a self submittal online process. Be sure to visit www.TravelSalem.com to learn about the various events taking place in your community. Let's help support these events and encourage visitors to take an extra day, or two, in Salem to enjoy these unique activities.
Here is a sample of a few upcoming events ... Click here to view the full article.
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