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  • The View From Above–A Guide to Drones and Aerial Footage

    The View From Above–A Guide to Drones and Aerial Footage

    Stephen says… Are you considering incorporating some aerial footage? With the advent of the quadcopter (or drone), it is now possible to capture stunning video and photography without breaking your budget! Read time: 5 minutes

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  • Choosing Effective DMO Marketing Partners

    Choosing Effective DMO Marketing Partners

    Stamp says… Extend your DMO’s reach and efficiency by collaborating with experienced marketing professionals, who can assist with everything from social media management to campaign strategy and execution. Read time: 5 minutes

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  • How to Use Meeting Attendees to Generate Awareness for Your Market

    How to Use Meeting Attendees to Generate Awareness for Your Market

    Jim says… People attending meetings in your city may become some of the best ambassadors on your behalf. Engage them in the right way and they will generate positive awareness about your city. Read time: 4 minutes

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  • The Power of Video for Your Destination

    The Power of Video for Your Destination

    Stephen says… Video is the preferred modern medium and can summarize your destination succinctly. But be sure to ask yourself these questions so you can produce one appropriate for your DMO. Read time: 4 minutes

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  • Four Ways to Make Locals Key Players in Your Marketing Strategy

    Four Ways to Make Locals Key Players in Your Marketing Strategy

    Camille says… It's time to think about how locals can help build your brand. DMAI identifies community alignment as a vitally important ingredient to the branding and marketing success of destinations. Find the experts in your community and use their voices to elevate your destination. Read time: 5 minutes

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  • Destination Marketing Action Plan Cheat Sheet

    Destination Marketing Action Plan Cheat Sheet

    David says… We created a step-by-step guide to building a Marketing Action Plan that can work for your DMO and help you define and prioritize the Who, What, Why, and How that influences your marketing success. Take a shot at defining the Targets, Roles, Beliefs, and Processes for yourself or your organization. Read time: 2 minutes

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  • Instagram Strategy for Your DMO

    Instagram Strategy for Your DMO

    Stamp says… Leverage Instagram’s high engagement by building a loyal audience through cross-promotion, competitor research, and community interaction. Share unique local content and use strategic hashtags to maximize reach. Read time: 5 minutes

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  • Creating Added Value for Meeting Planners with Custom Landing Pages

    Creating Added Value for Meeting Planners with Custom Landing Pages

    Stamp says… Stand out from your competition by offering an added-value, custom landing or event page for planners. Read time: under 5 minutes

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  • 5 Advanced LinkedIn Tactics for CVB Sales Professionals

    5 Advanced LinkedIn Tactics for CVB Sales Professionals

    Stamp says… Want to take your LinkedIn presence to the next level? As a follow-up to The Value of LinkedIn for Sales Professionals, you’ll find five advanced tactics to take you beyond the basics of LinkedIn. Read time: under 5 minutes

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  • Tourism IS Economic Development

    Tourism IS Economic Development

    David says… Do your stakeholders see the connection between tourism and economic development? Knowing the numbers, and sharing that with your tourism partners will help you share the story of your destination. Tourism is not just about fun leisure activities, it is also about the jobs it provides and the amount of money it saves taxpayers. Read time: 5 minutes

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