August 2021 Member Marketing Update

Member Marketing Update

August 2021

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A Transformative Day for Tourism in Boston & Cambridge

Before the vote, Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau CEO Martha Sheridan (center) was joined by key partners at a press conference. Pictured here (front row, left to right) Cambridge Vice Mayor Alanna Mallon, Cambridge Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui, Esq., Sheridan, Councilor Lydia Edwards, Councilor Frank Baker, (back row left to right) Carlos Aramayo, Dan Donahue, Jeff Gates. Photo by Kyle Klein

Wednesday, August 18th marked a culminating moment in our efforts to form a Tourism Destination Marketing District for the cities of Boston and Cambridge. As a final step in the ratification process, Boston City Council unanimously voted to approve the district - an absolute gamechanger for our destination, allowing us to generate the revenue we need to execute robust sales and marketing campaigns and compete at the level that our world-class city deserves. Read more.

Boston Seafood Week - Hotel and Restaurant Deals

If your hotel or restaurant is interested in offerering a deal, please contact T.K. Skenderian from Conventures: tkskenderian@conventures.com. View their on-going Facebook Campaign or visit bostonseafoodfestival.org.

Boston Seafood Week, supporting the Massachusetts Restaurant and Seafood Industry, is a nine-day event bringing the best in Massachusetts seafood to help drive commerce to the hospitality and seafood industry. Supported by the Boston Fisheries Foundation, the Greater Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau, Massachusetts Restaurant Association, Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, the Massachusetts Lobsterman’s Association, Massachusetts Seafood Collaborative, and other organizations, Boston Seafood Week will be publicized and promoted to potential visitors to Boston. Read more...

GBCVB Meets with Boston Main Streets Leaders

Special thanks to the Boston Marriott Copley Place who hosted the GBCVB, City of Boston and Boston Main Streets Coalition.

On August 24, the GBCVB met with leaders from the City of Boston and Boston Main Streets to discuss ongoing collaboration. The Boston Main Streets districts promote and maintain the commercial centers in their local neighborhoods across Boston. Learn more about this coalition of leaders and see what each community has to offer.

GBCVB - September 1st Open House 4:30 - 5:30pm - Now VIRTUAL

Please note this event is now a Virtual program: Boch Center is looking forward to virtually sharing information about their upcoming season of shows, concerts, holiday performances, as well as the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame at the Wang Theatre and their upcoming photo exhibitions. They will also speak about the ability to tour the theatres virtually or in-person as well as the possibilities to host functions such as an event, meeting or wedding in the Wang and Shubert Theatres.

They will be raffling off VIP show tickets to Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles as well as A Christmas Story – the Musical.

Please register HERE to join us. We look forward to seeing you then!

GBCVB August 4th Open House @

Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor - THANK YOU!

A BIG Thank You to the Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor for hosting our first in-person Open House on Wednesday, August 4th. On behalf of the GBCVB team and the members who attended, I know I can say that we all enjoyed the opportunity to see and catch up with each other while taking in breathtaking views of the beautiful city skyline and hearing some summertime tunes by Groove Events.

Complimentary transportation was graciously provided via water taxi hosted by Boston Harbor City Cruises and members enjoyed the opportunity to cruise over to the event.

Thank you David Fox for providing these memorable photos. Click here to view more.

Boston Neighborhoods Series: Dorchester

As part of the GBCVB Neighborhoods Series, we recently produced a video on Dorchester, capturing scenes and testimonials that display vibrancy, inclusivity, and diversity. From Upham's Corner to Ashmont, Fields Corner to Four Corners, Dorchester offers bustling commercial districts alongside public parks, beautiful murals, and ethnic cuisine, including some of the best Vietnamese and Caribbean food in Boston. Check out this new video and Dorchester guide.

Member Orientation - September 9th, 9am - 10am

Make the Most of Your Membership!

Are you looking to maximize your GBCVB Benefits? Join us on Thursday, September 9th from 9 - 10am to virtually meet some of our team and learn how to make the most out of your Membership. We’ll also give you an overview of the GBCVB, review the departments we represent, and tell you about our current programs and planned initiatives for 2021. If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Kamilla: kdcarmignani@bostonusa.com.

We look forward to having you join us!

Fall for Boston Campaign - Share Your Content

Photo by Kyle Klein

We invite members to send us Fall overnight packages, events, and offers via The Hub Member Access or email events@bostonusa.com.

Have great images to share with us? Upload via our simple photo collector site.

A Warm Welcome to our Newest Members

Colette Phillips Communications

Colette Phillips pioneered multi-cultural marketing in New England. She is widely respected and recognized for her amazing ability to build bridges and create cross-cultural and inter-racial business and social networks and connections. Colette is a master at creating positive solutions and outcomes to solve challenging problems for her clients.

Boston Common Tours

"America's First Public Park." Boston's official tour of the historical Boston Common. Enjoy the experience of walking through close to 400 years of Boston's history. Since 1634, this is a place where history continues to be forged. This family-friendly, 90-minute walking tour is fun and entertaining. A must in Boston!

VIP Event Staffing

We offer all types of event staffing personnel, registration, cashiers, room monitors, supervisors, brand ambassadors, information, host/hostesses, meet and greet, lead retrieval, coat room, runners, set-up and take-down.

The BLS Company

Providing every aspect of ground transportation services for over 50 years, with a keen focus to duty of care.

Member Renewals

We want to thank you for your continued support and partnership. Your investment in our organization and industry is more crucial than ever as we look towards rebuilding together. Your member benefits are at work for you and uninterrupted during these unprecedented times. Here are some examples of your Membership Dues at Work.