Marketing College Alumni
Welcome to Southeast Tourism Society’s
Marketing College® Alumni Program
- A vibrant and growing network designed to keep you connected with your fellow Travel Marketing Professionals (TMP).
As an alum of Marketing College, you are part of a dynamic community of professionals shaping the future of the travel and tourism industry. The Alumni Program offers a variety of benefits, including exclusive access to career resources, alumni events, webinars, mentorship opportunities, and special networking gatherings. You'll have the chance to participate in course work, panel discussions, and conferences designed to keep you at the forefront of travel marketing trends and innovations.
Our Speakers
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![Berkeley Young]()
Berkeley Young, TMP
President
Young Strategies
Virtual Session II - June 4, 2025 -
![Tim Brady]()
Tim Brady, TMP
President & CEO, Charleston CVB
Virtual Session II- June 4, 2025 -
![Tami Reist]()
Tami Reist, TMP
President & CEO Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Assn.
Virtual Session I - April 2025 -
![Donna Carpenter]()
Donna Carpenter, TMP
President and CEO,
Cabarrus County CVB
Virtual Session I - April 2025 -
![Bennish Brown]()
Bennish Brown, TMP
President & CEO
Destination Augusta
Augusta, Georgia
Early bird registration closes April 8th
2025 Alumni Class Agenda
Class Topic: Leadership
Monday, April 21; 2:00 pm EST
Virtual Event – Stakeholder & Engagement
Overview of stakeholder engagement strategies
Real-world case studies & best practices
Open discussion on challenges participants are facing
Reading/resource list provided
Led by: Donna Carpenter, TMP and Tami Reist, TMP
📢 Virtual sessions will be recorded for those unable to attend live.
Wednesday, June 4; 2:00 pm EST
Virtual Event – DMO Strategy
Best practices in DMO strategic planning
Lessons from real-world experiences
Open discussion on participants' strategy challenges
Reading/resource list provided
Led by: Tim Brady, TMP and Berkeley Young, TMP
📢 Virtual sessions will be recorded for those unable to attend live.
In-Person Event – August 4-6, 2025 (Atlanta, GA)
Monday, August 4
Arrivals – Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway
6:00 pm - Welcome Dinner - TBD
Tuesday, August 5
8:00 am - Breakfast
9:00 am – Noon: Leadership Session
1-hour session with Bennish Brown, TMP
2-hour participant-led discussion on leadership challenge
Noon-1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Stakeholder Engagement Workshop
Sessions led by Tami Reist, TMP and Donna Carpenter, TMP
Hands-on exercises & breakout discussions
4:30 pm - Drinks & networking discussion
Dinner On Your Own
Wednesday, August 6
8:00 am - Breakfast
9:00 am – Noon: DMO Strategy Workshop
Sessions led by Berkeley Young, TMP and Tim Brady, TMP
Hands-on exercises & breakout discussions
Noon - Adjourn
All three segments are included in the registration fee. Virtual sessions will be recorded. The hotel and travel will be on your own. Some meals are included.
Remain a part of the
Marketing College legacy!
Stay involved with STS and leverage your experience to make an impact—whether by offering career guidance, collaborating with peers, or contributing to the development of the next generation of travel and tourism professionals. Together, we can build a strong, connected alumni network that drives success for all.
Hotel Information
Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway
2020 Convention Center Concourse
Atlanta, Georgia 30337
189.00 USD per night (Last Day to Book: Monday, July 14, 2025)