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Reviews from Conference Organizers

The following is a sampling of enthusiastic comments and reviews from recent conferences and events that Bill has spoken at in the USA and internationally.

United States

Your really lifted the curtain on so many aspects of branding that tourism marketers find confusing - and in a fun and entertaining way. The way that you bought home the strategic benefits of a strong, unifying community brand and how it leads to increased marketing efficiencies certainly resonated with delegates and has caused many to rethink their whole approach toward the subject.

Delaware Governor’s Conference on Tourism

Your presentation on the slippery concept of branding was pitch-perfect, and the participants really embraced it. Your thoughts have contributed enormously toward our next steps.

The Journey Through Hallowed Ground, VA

Our delegates loved your high energy session on positioning and gave it a top rating. They really loved the ready-to-use information and practical handouts.

Oregon Governor’s Tourism Conference

Billings is abuz with Bill Baker. Your presentation addressed everything we had hoped for and more.

Celebrating Billings Forum – Billings Area (Montana) Chamber of Commerce

The way that you broke down the steps and pitfalls of destination branding was very helpful to our delegates. You dispelled many myths that surround branding and made it much easier for many of them to introduce this important business tool to their communities.

North Dakota Governor’s Conference on Tourism

International

The audience for your session on destination branding included attendees from seven countries. It is to your credit that you managed to have them totally engaged and involved throughout by your excellent content and handouts. Your presentation recorded some of the highest ratings of the conference.

Meeting Planners International European Education Forum - Monaco

Your presentation was pragmatic, fast-paced and to the point. After your presentation it was clear to our delegates how to build a strong city brand and the obstacles to avoid.

Turning Places into Magnetic Brands - Lisbon, Portugal

The practical examples, insights and case studies relating to destination branding that you shared with delegates excellently complemented the academic papers presented at the conference.

Destination Branding and Marketing Conference – Macau, China

You made the day a success. Feedback from industry has been very positive, lessons learnt were extremely useful and community groups have already begun implementing them in their areas.

Product Development Day - Nova Scotia, Canada

You have really energized participants with the practicalities of your “7A Destination Branding System” and how our regional branding process can have great benefits for them.

Building a Brand for Canada’s Badlands – Alberta, Canada

Thanks for a terrific presentation that not only touched on the essentials for successful destination branding, but included suggestions for avoiding some of the obstacles that weaken these efforts. Your enthusiasm, humour and practical knowledge really connected with our delegates from across Europe.

Tourism Branding. The Key for Destination Development - Mallorca, Spain

How To Schedule Bill for Your Conference

If you would like Bill Baker to speak at your conference or seminar, simply Click Here or call (503) 692 4603 (9AM -5PM Pacific Time). We can then discuss the nature of your event and explore how he can make the best contribution.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Total Destination Management specializes in tourism planning, economic development, destination branding and creating city brands. This page includes information about Bill Baker, Tourism Destination Management, place branding, city branding, county branding, regional brand, community branding, tourism readiness report, destination audit, tourism strategy. Our experience includes developing a city image, a tourism tagline or slogan, branding workshops, tourism research, a city motto, a regional tourism brand, a community identity and much more.