Politicians Forum

About the Politicians Forum

IMEX will work closely with key industry trade associations, including CIC and JMIC, to create an American Politicians Forum in Las Vegas in October 2011 - adding extra weight and voice to US cross-party lobbying efforts and the momentum behind such campaigns as Meetings Mean Business.

The IMEX America Politicians Forum will encourage destinations, convention centers, associations and others to nominate their local or national elected officials for a free invitation to a dedicated one-day event during the trade show. The aim is to improve officials’ understanding of the economic strength and importance of the meetings and events industry and to highlight the long-term benefits it can provide to their communities. The Forum also provides an invaluable opportunity for politicians and industry leaders to dialog and network.

Politicians Forum Objectives

• To improve politicians understanding of the value of meetings and incentive travel.
• To demonstrate how politicians can gain maximum benefit from meetings held in their city, region and country.
• To demonstrate how clients see the role of politicians in terms of understanding their needs and providing financial support.