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Springfield, MO – Host of 2024 Sports Travel Exchange

 The Missouri Travel Alliance recently announced Springfield, Missouri will host the 2024 Missouri Sports Travel Exchange .

“The Missouri Sports Travel Exchange is a two-day reverse trade show and marketplace set for March 4th through the 6th at University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center. The event pairs regional and national sports event organizers with destinations and venues that can host them in Missouri. The event also includes networking, educational sessions, and one-on-one business exchanges that will bring sports events to life in Missouri.” – news release from Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau

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A sports networking event secured by Springfield tourism organizations will bring "business opportunities" with it, according to a local official.

The Missouri Travel Alliance selected Springfield as the host of the 2024 Missouri Sports Travel Exchange, according to a news release. The event is scheduled March 4-6 at University Plaza and Convention Center.

"With its outstanding sports facilities, dynamic downtown atmosphere and excellent accommodations, we are confident that attendees will have a memorable experience. We're eager to showcase all that Springfield has to offer," said Cori Day, executive director of the Missouri Travel Alliance, in the release.

The Missouri Sports Travel Exchange pairs regional and national sports event organizations with destinations and venues that can host them in the Show Me State. Networking, educational sessions and one-on-one business exchanges are part of the event plans.

Lance Kettering, executive director of the Springfield Sports Commission, said the economic impact of the event is projected at $40,000.

"The real value in this event is the potential business opportunities from hosting organizations from around the country that host sporting events," he said via email.

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Springfield Scores 2024 Missouri Sports Travel Exchange

The Missouri Travel Alliance has selected Springfield to host the 2024 Missouri Sports Travel Exchange.

The two-day reverse trade show and marketplace set for March 4-6 at University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center pairs regional and national sports event organizers with destinations and venues that can host them in Missouri. The event includes networking, educational sessions, and one-on-one business exchanges that will bring sports events to life in Missouri.

Cori Day, Executive Director of the Missouri Travel Alliance, said Springfield’s energetic sports scene made the city an obvious choice for 2024.

“The Missouri Travel Alliance is delighted to bring the 2024 Missouri Sports Travel Exchange to Springfield,” Day said. “With its outstanding sports facilities, dynamic downtown atmosphere, and excellent accommodations, we are confident that attendees will have a memorable experience. We're eager to showcase all that Springfield has to offer."

The decision to bring the event to Springfield followed a successful bid effort led by the Springfield Sports Commission and the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Lance Kettering, Executive Director of the Springfield Sports Commission, expressed excitement for the event and what it means for Springfield.

"This presents a fantastic opportunity for the Sports Commission and CVB to showcase the city to sports event planners,” Kettering said. “We're honored to host this event and are eager to welcome our peers from other Missouri destinations." 

Mark Hecquet, President/CEO of the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau, also shared his excitement.

“We’re looking forward to showcasing the city’s outstanding sports facilities to multiple sporting event planners,” Hecquet said. “That’s an important first step in getting planners to select Springfield for their events."

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