Join Jim Holthaus of Greenspring Media and Group Tour Magazine as he delves into half a century of collaboration in promoting Iowa’s group tour offerings. This engaging session will explore the evolving needs and preferences of Group Tour Operators, Youth Travel Planners, Travel Agents, and other industry professionals. From motorcoach tours to innovative travel solutions, discover actionable insights and strategies to captivate and cater to group travelers. Whether you’re a seasoned planner or new to the industry, this conversation is your gateway to unlocking the full potential of Iowa’s vibrant group tour market.

This event is open to any iTIP member. Be sure to register to gain the Microsoft Teams meeting login information.

Register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7a98aede-2db4-4000-bd3f-2391dda85ae3@91390cd9-931b-46b5-85b2-3c171adaa5ac

Greenspring Media Publications:

1. Group Tour Magazine – Prints quarterly & total distribution of 25,000 per issue print & digital.
   1. Media Kit
   2. Group Tour Magazine’s Website – receives over 5000 site clicks and time spent by TOUR OPERATORS
2. Heritage & History Group Tour Magazine
   1. Media Kit
   2. Other Specialty Publications
3. Youth Travel Planner
   1. Media Kit

PRESENTER:

Jim Holthaus, Group Tour Magazine (Greenspring): With over 43 years in the hospitality industry, Jim Holthaus has held diverse and impactful roles. His career highlights include serving as GM, Riverboat Captain, and VP of Marketing during the 1982 World Fair in Knoxville, TN, and in Greater Cincinnati. In 1996, Jim became the Executive Director and CEO of a nine-county Convention and Visitors Bureau in Southern West Virginia. Since 2005, he has been a National Advertising Sales Executive, bringing his extensive experience and passion for travel to the forefront of the industry.