Interested in Speaking at an STS Event?
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We appreciate your interest in speaking at a future STS event. STS events include workshops, keynote presentations, general sessions, and breakout sessions. Our travel and tourism attendees want to hear from thought leaders and industry experts, with key research and resources to help them succeed. The STS Education Pillar is seeking submissions for compelling sessions for 2025 in-person programs and webinars.
Our Mission
STS empowers a diverse network of tourism professionals through Education, Advocacy, Recognition, and Networking.
What We Look for:
Our travel and tourism attendees want to hear from thought leaders and industry experts. The STS Education Pillar is seeking submissions for compelling sessions for 2025 programs.
Topics must align with one or more of the STS Education Pillars and member interests:
Visitor Research & Trends
Tourism Sales
Tourism Marketing
Public Relations
Destination Marketing Trends
Leadership
Niche Marketing (Music, Food, and Culture)
Destination Development - Planning & Execution
Partnering with Economic Development
Advocacy Strategies - Local, State, and Federal
Workforce Development Strategies for Tourism
Festivals & Events Management & Trends
Research on Short-Term Rentals
Community Partnerships
Regional Marketing Programs - Across State Lines (Facilitator & Moderator)
Unique Festivals & Events - Across State Lines (Facilitator & Moderator)
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
ADA Compliant Websites
Crisis Management
New DMO Funding Models
New DMO Budgeting & Financial Management Strategies
Tourism Case Studies for Social Media
Future of DMOs & Tourism
Infrastructure Management, Funding & Impacts on Tourism
Tourism Inclusion: Accessibility, Sustainability and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
How to Develop & Sustain a Local Advocacy Program
Grant Writing Tips for Tourism Organizations
Deeper Dive: Building Relationships with Influencers & Bloggers
Deeper Dive: Social Media Strategy
Deeper Dive: Product Development
Sustainability