As we conclude an incredible week (and finally make it home), I look forward to opening a new one filled with bold possibilities fueled by an industry committed to advancing the transformative power of travel.
The creative collisions, partnerships, and invaluable learnings gained on the Madden team and across the industry this week are just the beginning. We cannot wait to turn this inspiration into action in the coming weeks and months, implementing new ideas and strategies that drive progress and inspire change.
A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated team (Madden Media), industry partners, and everyone who contributed to this experience. Your passion and commitment fuel our collective success and strengthen our resolve to make a positive impact.
Here's to a future filled with creativity, inspiration, and endless possibilities. The best is yet to come!
Also, a huge shout out to some special people who made this event even better:?Destinations International?(their entire team, especially?Kim Bach),?Visit Tampa Bay?(Santiago Corrada,?Patrick Harrison,?Janette Carter), our partners at?Carvertise,?Epsilon, and the?Florida Aquarium,?and so many others who shared not just what is working but new offerings being developed and in beta testing that we are excited to test out.
Lastly, it was a challenging day for many of us traveling with the Microsoft/Crowdstrike issue that caused some disruptions. We saw our industry step up with agents, baggage handlers, pilots, and crews, so many had their entire days upended. Their day started full force, knowing that about 3 million people and 45,000 flights would need to be adjusted - a great testament to the service mentality of those great individuals and organizations and a reminder that we need facilities and infrastructure investments to help build greater resilience and capacity for travel.
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#BoldFuture
?? That’s a wrap on this year’s Destinations International Annual Convention! ?? As always, it was amazing to connect in-person with so many clients and industry peers. ?? Thank you to Visit Tampa Bay for hosting, and looking forward to next year in
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