September Chapter Meeting & Luncheon

Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 11:00am - 1:10pm EST

 ** Full Agenda Below ** 

Hosted by Platinum Sponsor 

What makes a destination stand out in today's competitive meetings and business travel landscape? Join GBTA Tennessee in Knoxville as we welcome Kim Bumpas, President of Visit Knoxville, for an engaging conversation about how destination marketing organizations are shaping the future of business travel.

From attracting meetings and conventions to driving economic impact and creating memorable attendee experiences, Kim will share how Visit Knoxville is positioning East Tennessee as a premier destination for conferences, corporate events, and business travelers. You'll gain insights into the evolving role of destination partnerships, emerging travel trends, and what meeting planners, travel buyers, suppliers, and hospitality professionals should know as they navigate today's industry.

Whether you're responsible for travel programs, meetings, supplier partnerships, or simply want a behind-the-scenes look at what makes a destination successful, this is a program you won't want to miss.

Join us in Knoxville for great networking, valuable education, and an inside look at how destinations are redefining the future of business travel.

This meeting is Pending Approval
for 1 GTP Recertification Credit

SCHEDULE of EVENTS:

Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Sept4embetr Chapter Meeting hosted by Platinum Sponsor Hilton Knoxville

11:00am (EST) – Registration begins / Networking

11:30am (EST)– Welcome, Announcements, Updates / Lunch

12:00pm (EST) – Program: Rocky Top Rising: A Destination Update from Visit Knoxville

12:50pm (EST) – Closing Announcements & Door Prizes

1:10pm (EST) – Adjourn

Registration is nonrefundable

Photographs may be taken at this meeting & published on social media. Please advise if you do not wish to have your image taken / published.