News Update, Oct. 09, 2008

10th Annual Meeting Planner Appreciation Luncheon

With more than 19 years of experience, R.J. (Jim) Henderson, Vice President of Convention and Meeting Sales & Service with the Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau, has worked with hundreds of groups and associations to bring conventions to Anchorage, resulting in more than $900 million dollars in economic impact to Anchorage.

Alaskan meeting professionals generate more than half of the annual estimated economic impact for meetings held in Anchorage. This is the perfect opportunity to network and show appreciation to these planners who bring business to Anchorage.

Come early (11:30) or stay late (1:30) for more social networking opportunities and tour the Dena'ina Center from 1:30 - 2 p.m.

*RSVP online or by calling 257-2377 by noon, Monday, Oct. 13, 2008.