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Atlanta,
GA – February 2023 / Newsmaker Alert: Four
decades ago, a small group of industry leaders within the Southeast gathered
in Georgia to organize Southeast
Tourism Society (STS). Throughout 2023, the organization is celebrating
40 years of championing, promoting, and innovating one of the region’s
most critical economic drivers.
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“For
four decades, Southeast Tourism Society has helped advance careers in the
tourism industry and has contributed to the Southeast’s standing as one
of the busiest travel regions in America,” said Monica
Smith, President & CEO. “After 40 years of accomplishments, we
know that even more achievements are ahead of us. STS will continue to
grow and evolve our efforts to develop and support tourism leaders throughout
the region, as we work collectively to improve the lives of residents and
visitors through travel and tourism.”
Seven
member states – Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Mississippi, North Carolina,
South Carolina, and Tennessee – established STS on Sept. 14, 1983. The
Society’s membership now includes 13 member states and the District of
Columbia, more than 500 member organizations, and 15 industry partners.
The
celebration begins with the launch of the brand new and enhanced STS website
– www.SoutheastTourism.org
– sponsored this year by North
Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau. Throughout the year,
activities via social media, e-news, and branding at all STS events will
commemorate four decades of achievement. The official anniversary celebration
will take place September 25-28, 2023, in Jackson, Mississippi during the
annual Connections
Conference.
About
Southeast Tourism Society
The
Southeast Tourism Society
(STS) is a not-for-profit membership association dedicated to the development
of travel and tourism professionals and organizations within the southeast
region. STS’ mission is to empower a diverse network of tourism professionals
through Education, Advocacy, Recognition, and Networking. Member states
include Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi,
Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West
Virginia, plus the District of Columbia.
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Contact:
Tonja
Ray-Smith, TMP
Director
of Marketing & Communications
Southeast
Tourism Society
770-355-4002
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