Choose Lansing

Yesterday afternoon, local meeting planners joined us for our annual Meetings in the 517 gratitude reception. This year we had the pleasure to show off one of the area's newer venues, Hidden Grove Estate, and we enjoyed a floral arrangement workshop hosted by Twiggies. ?? Thank you to everyone who showed up, and thank you to our vendors for a beautiful space, delicious food, and a very fun activity! Are you a meeting or event planner interested in joining our Meetings in the 517 group? Reach out to Stephanie Wohlfert, CMP, CTA to learn more: https://lnkd.in/d3v4ZVhR

If you're looking for updates and information regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage/tip credit changes, the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce has a great resource on their website: https://lnkd.in/ethJxmtS Learn more about what our CEO Julie Pingston, CDME, CMP, CTA and chamber CEO Tim Daman had to say about the Michigan Supreme Court ruling: https://lnkd.in/gWPVDqYc

Did you know? When you book your event in Greater Lansing, you gain access to our convention services team—completely free! ?? From pre-promotion support to local vendor connections and onsite assistance, our services are already yours to use. Don’t leave these valuable resources on the table! Get all the details and start planning your best event yet: https://lnkd.in/gfRKBZx2 #EventPlanning #ConventionServices #ChooseLansing #MeetingPlanners

Mark your calendar for November 22 and kick off the holiday season in Downtown Lansing Inc. during Silver Bells In The City. ?? The 40th annual event features US Paralympic athlete Jayci Simon as the parade's Grand Marshal, American Idol finalist David Archuleta taking the stage during the community sing, as well as local vendors, a drone show, tree lighting, fireworks, and other family friendly fun! Choose Lansing is proud to sponsor the community sing again this year. ?? Comment and let us know if you'll be at Silver Bells next week! ?? Learn more about where to park, the parade route, schedule, sensory information, and more at https://lnkd.in/g84R9CBz

It was an AMAZING day as our attendees raced through Michigan learning about top destinations, hotels, venues, AV and service providers! Thank you to our senior meeting gurus that shared their sage advice: Bob Thomas, IOM, CCE, CAE, CMP, Janelle Jones, CMP, CAWC, Amber Sheerin, CMP, DES, CTA, Denise McGinn, CAE, Lisa N. Powers, CAE, CTA, and our emcee Robin Shear! This event would not be possible without our partners Choose Lansing, High Caliber Karting & Entertainment, Results at Hand, and so many awesome exhibitors! And we are so thankful to our meeting planning community that attended this event, your support means the world to us! Special shout out to our Amazing Race winner Anisa Mazuca who took home the big prize!

Our sales team spent yesterday at High Caliber Karting & Entertainment for the Destination Michigan Showcase! So fun to connect with meeting planners and enjoy one of our region's most unique event spaces. We got to share the axe throwing area with some of our local partners, too! Thank you to all who attended and stopped by to say hi! Speaking of unique venues, we have a whole list of venues that can help make your event stand out. Check them out on our website: https://lnkd.in/gwqBiAAU Lansing Center Graduate Hotels Crowne Plaza Lansing AC Hotel Lansing University Area Eagle Eye Golf & Banquet Centers Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center Draylon Young Ariel Backus, MHRM, CMP, CTA Stephanie Wohlfert, CMP, CTA

Our Director of Sales, Kristy Doak, CMP, CTA, and Sales Manager, A. Elaine Unger, CTA, were bejeweled this week in their Lansing Center Era! They were making friendship bracelets while taking the moment to meet clients at MSU Travel Day and providing information about the venues flexible space, audio/visual services, and ideal location on the scenic Grand River just two blocks away from the Michigan State Capitol! Kristy and Elaine were even giving clients the chance to taste the experience themselves with a 20% discount for new event bookings with our special promo code: LCSAVE20 “So make the friendship bracelets, take the moment, and taste it.” - Taylor Swift Are you ready for it? Email Kristy Doak today at: [email protected] #LansingEvents #LoveLansing #ChooseLansing #LansingCenter #lansingmichigan

It was great to be a part of Michigan State University's Travel@State Day last week! Ariel Backus, MHRM, CMP, CTA, Brandie Putnam, CMP, CTA, and Dani Schneider, CTA on our team were excited to connect with MSU faculty, students and staff. Ariel and Brandie had the opportunity to facilitate a session about how to effectively use a convention and visitors bureau, from the RFP process all the way through to wrapping up a successful event. Learn more about the benefits of working with a destination's CBV and the free services available to planners on our website: https://lnkd.in/gfRKBZx2

We're excited to share that Cindy Holmes is transitioning into the new role of Membership & Visitor Services Coordinator at Choose Lansing! In addition to her current duties coordinating visitor services, Holmes will now assist Melissa Nay, CTA with member engagement and events. Cindy has been in important part of our team for the last year, and we're excited to see her take on this role and expand our capacity to serve members and visitors! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gDJfyJUx

Julie Pingston, CDME, CMP, CTA, President & CEO of Choose Lansing shared why she recommends the Accessibility Playbook. With hundreds of resources, tips, use cases, and links, destinations are encouraged to present this Playbook to their local partners and stakeholders to create stronger alignment. Learn more about DI's newest accessibility resource: https://lnkd.in/e7uGAkdb