Why You Should Attend
Tucson is a great destination for meetings and events, combining breathtaking desert landscapes, modern amenities and a rich Southwestern heritage. The city offers a variety of top-tier hotels, resorts and unique venues, ideal for hosting anything from large conference events to smaller corporate gatherings.
Easily accessible with a well-connected airport, Tucson ensures a smooth experience for attendees. The city's venues feature advanced technology and flexible spaces, while its outdoor offerings—like hiking, golf and spa retreats—provide excellent options for teambuilding or relaxation after meetings.
Tucson’s vibrant blend of Native American, Mexican and Western influences, along with its renowned culinary scene, adds cultural depth and flavor to any event. The combination of natural beauty and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a truly memorable location for your next gathering. Don't miss your chance to check out this desert paradise at Meetings Today LIVE! West.
Tucson is a great destination for meetings and events, combining breathtaking desert landscapes, modern amenities and a rich Southwestern heritage. The city offers a variety of top-tier hotels, resorts and unique venues, ideal for hosting anything from large conference events to smaller corporate gatherings.
Easily accessible with a well-connected airport, Tucson ensures a smooth experience for attendees. The city's venues feature advanced technology and flexible spaces, while its outdoor offerings—like hiking, golf and spa retreats—provide excellent options for teambuilding or relaxation after meetings.
Tucson’s vibrant blend of Native American, Mexican and Western influences, along with its renowned culinary scene, adds cultural depth and flavor to any event. The combination of natural beauty and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a truly memorable location for your next gathering. Don't miss your chance to check out this desert paradise at Meetings Today LIVE! West.
The venue
Tucson, Arizona | El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort
A special thank you to our host hotel and sponsor.
Agenda
Speaker
Deborah Gardner, CMP, CVP
President & CEO
DG International, LLC
Oh, whoa! Meet Deborah Gardner: the ultimate “Triple Threat in a Skirt!” A dynamic entrepreneur, Deborah is a global keynote speaker, seven-time bestselling author, and certified meeting and event expert who masters logistics like nobody else.
As a former NBC and CBS Sports broadcaster and pro athlete, Deborah doesn’t just talk the talk, she ambitiously swims the swim—Olympic trials less. Crowned Mrs. Arizona and Mrs. America, she is a business royalty with a mic, blending ambition, action, and a splash of fun to motivate audiences around the globe to shake up the status quo, supercharge their dreams, and dominate the fast lane.
Deborah has partnered with industry giants like Walmart, American Express, Success Women, Marriott, and Siemens, helping them prioritize their people and achieve legendary results. Her laugh-out-loud, high-energy presentations are like a Red Bull and double espresso for the soul—guaranteed to get people out of their seats and into action.
Her magnetic presence has recently earned accolades like Top 30 Global Gurus in Hospitality, Best of the Stage Speaker, and features in USA Today, Success Magazine, Fabulous Arizona People, and Meetings Today. She’s also the creator and host of Hospitality Today Live, a worldwide broadcast sensation.
When she’s not lighting up the stage, you’ll find Deborah soaking up the Arizona sunshine, swimming, or hiking with her husband, Jerry, and their rambunctious furry 4-legged lover boy, Bear.
ZEST UP YOUR LIFE
Wellness Redefined for Meeting and Event Pros
Deadlines, clients, and to-do lists got you feeling like a hamster on a wheel? Running on empty? Let’s recharge YOU! Slam the brakes and refuel with Deborah Gardner—your hospitality ninja and high-octane guide to taking life from burnout to zest up your life!
In this laughter-packed, interactive program, you’ll swap chaos for confidence, master the art of self-care, and rediscover your spark. Think captivating stories, no-BS tools, and a buzz-worthy energy boost—without the sugar crash.
Kick stress to the curb faster than you can say ‘conference call’, keep your sanity in the hospitality hustle without looking like you just wrestled a tornado, and say goodbye to “meh” forever. Life’s calling, and it’s time to make it AMAZING. Ready? Let’s DO this!
What’s in it for you:
-Gain actionable strategies to reclaim your energy, confidence and zest for life while working and living in the fast lane.
-Learn bold risk-taking “wellness on-the-go” strategies to prioritize your health and happiness, – even amidst back-to-back meetings and events
-Uncover the #1 key to living a fulfilling, ambitious life – one that keeps you thriving beyond the grind (hint: it’s not about work/life balance).
TESTIMONIALS
This is my first experience with Meetings Today LIVE! and it has been absolutely phenomenal! I honestly can’t wait for the next one. Meetings Today LIVE! is amazing!
-Loretta Grissom, Attendee
Meetings Today LIVE! is one of the best-organized events I've attended, and I've been to many in the industry. It's truly top-notch—10 out of 10, highly recommend!
-Cheryl Oswald, Attendee
This is my second Meetings Today LIVE! event, and I absolutely love the fully hosted buyer experience!
-Emiko Beck, Attendee
At Meetings Today LIVE! I made great connections and have already reached out to two destinations for events. Timing was absolutely perfect!
-Lani Beggs, Attendee
Meetings Today LIVE! exceeded my expectations. I'm quite happy with all the connections I made and the effort that went into the excursions, education, and meals.
-Maddy Wilfley, Attendee
Meetings Today LIVE! was a great opportunity to meet and reconnect with suppliers and, most importantly, network with fellow planners.
-Deborah Kunns, Attendee
Supplier information
Complimentary meals, education and social events.
A minimum of 20 one-on-one appointments with pre-qualified planners with an RFP or sourcing.
Interested suppliers should contact John DeCesare at john.decesare@meetingstoday.com or 201-970-1462.
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