With the many factors that go into planning a convention or sporting tournament, it can be hard to know where to begin. Let us help! We are your free, trustworthy resource withthe connections and contacts to simplify your planning process and to provide you with the most up to date information on Fort Wayne venues, hotels, services, and more…
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The Allen County War Memorial Coliseum has been hosting premier sporting events since it opened in 1952 and continues today, with a multitude of different options for sports event planners…
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Recognized as one the Midwest’s premier event venues, downtown Fort Wayne’s Grand Wayne Convention Center continues its commitment to raising the standards — and the expectations — for event planners seeking a destination with a difference…
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Groundbreakings on major development projects, openings of new restaurants and coffee shops, and an ever-growing entertainment and tourism scene have made Fort Wayne, Indiana more vibrant than ever before…
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Adaptive sports are big business in Fort Wayne, and the upcoming 2018 Junior Nationals are evidence of Fort Wayne’s growing connection to the industry. Whether you’re a competitor, year-round spectator, or brand-new fan, one thing’s becoming clear: adaptive sports are taking the Fort Wayne, Indiana sports market by storm…
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You've invested in an offsite meeting, now it's time to promote. Social media is a great way to market your event and engage with attendees. Read on for simple action steps that will help you market your meeting. Items to Consider Before the Meeting Create an event-specific hashtag and start…
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Summer is always a busy month for meetings, conventions and sports tournaments in Fort Wayne. Many national, regional and state groups choose to host their annual event in Fort Wayne due to its easy accessibility, affordability, premier venues, andfamous Hoosier hospitality. Fort Wayne offers all the big city amenities without the big city price tag - and the reasons go on. …
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Summer is a busy time in Fort Wayne, as we host dozens of meetings, conventions and sports tournaments. This month, four national groups will host their annual events in our city, including a new convention coming to Fort Wayne…
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Planning a meeting or convention can be a stressful experience for any meeting planner. From coordinating schedules and booking speakers, to planning social activities and exciting your attendees– and everything in between – there is a lot that goes into making your meeting run successfully. This is why Visit Fort Wayne has a dedicated Group Sales Department…
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Millennials. You've heard of them, and have more than likely encountered one or two in your family or the workplace. To some, the term "Millennial" simply highlights a generation of people, but to others even saying the word "Millennial" is enough to elicit panic. There are a lot of misconceptions and unknown about this generation that is taking the world by storm…
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