Iowa Travel Industry Partners

Get your leader hats on and join iLEAD, the ultimate program to up your leadership game and connect with tourism professionals! The power-packed sessions promise to fuel your motivation, boost your network, and breathe in new life. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes, this event will be your secret weapon. This […]

This webinar shares tips for destinations on developing group tour itineraries that meet travel planners’ needs. Learn what tour operators look for, common pitfalls destinations face and how Iowa tourism partners can better align their offerings with group travel needs. The session will provide actionable insights to help destinations become more group-friendly and tour-ready. This […]

Many organizations want to be welcoming to everyone, but far fewer know how to put that into practice. Join Roni Weiss, Executive Director of Travel Unity, for a practical, easy-to-follow session on how to move from good intentions to real implementation. Based on Travel Unity’s years of work across the travel industry, this session will […]

Ready to strengthen your scholarship and grant applications? This engaging session is designed for tourism and hospitality professionals who want to write with more clarity, confidence, and impact. We’ll cover the top 10 tips for crafting compelling proposals, avoiding common mistakes, and standing out in competitive review processes. You’ll leave with practical tools, fresh ideas, […]

Login for a timely webinar exploring key insights from a recent national student travel survey conducted by Premier Travel Media, on behalf of iTIP. Learn what the results mean for Iowa destinations and attractions working to grow the student group tour market. Jeff Gayduk, president of Premier Travel Media, will review the latest data shaping […]

Curious how to make content creator partnerships truly work for your destination? Sara Broers & Lisa Trudell of Midwest Travel Network will walk attendees through everything from finding the right fit to building strong relationships – and how those efforts can translate into real impact for your community. This event is open to any iTIP […]

Tourism professionals know the numbers, but do the people outside our industry understand what those numbers actually mean or why they should care? The data we share can be powerful, but a big number alone doesn't always help someone understand the role tourism plays in their community. This session challenges us to rethink how we […]

A strong bid isn’t just about what your destination can offer. It’s about bringing the right people to the table to think through what’s possible. Too often, service and community partners are brought into the conversation after the business is booked. Involving them while the proposal is still being developed can uncover new ideas, identify […]