ABOUT EMERGING LEADERS

Emerging Leaders is dedicated to connecting the next generation of meeting and incentive planners and sellers. Buyers will be qualified based on their involvement in current meeting/incentive programs for their organizations as well as nominations from their senior management teams. Emerging Leaders will build authentic relationships between buyers and suppliers through collaborative content sessions, marketplace activities and social events full of local flair. The content is strategically focused on professional development and will provide insights on how these new leaders will influence the future of our industry. Attendees will leave Emerging Leaders with both new ideas for conducting business and professional relationships for life.

Qualified buyers should be approximately 22-37 years old with a minimum of two years experience in the meetings industry, and have a passion for helping to shape the meetings and events of tomorrow.

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Learn

Learn from, and be inspired by, our guest speakers who will provide targeted education specific to your needs as a meeting and incentive planner.

Connect

Connect with buyers and suppliers in a designated marketplace and during unique experiential activities.

Enjoy

All qualified buyers will be fully hosted by Northstar Meetings Group, including airfare allowance, accommodation, meals and planned activities.

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ALL QUALIFIED BUYERS WILL BE FULLY HOSTED BY NORTHSTAR MEETINGS GROUP, INCLUDING AIRFARE ALLOWANCE, ACCOMMODATION, MEALS, AND PLANNED ACTIVITIES.

INFORMATION

Those who are selected to attend will participate in:

• Spending time with others in the industry (planners and suppliers) who are at a similar stage in their careers 
• Insightful educational presentations from inspiring speakers
• Locally flavored meals and activities to enhance their experience and grow their peer network

Suppliers can expect to spend two days networking with qualified planners who are at a similar stage in their careers, many of whom will be new to them. It's a great way to add incremental contacts to your CRM and to build relationships with planners who are establishing the partners they will work with in the future. 

Supplier registration includes Business Marketplace, all event networking activities and education.

Please contact your business development director or Shalise DeMott for pricing and sponsorship opportunities.