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"India is the cradle of the human race, the birthplace of human speech, the mother of history, the grandmother of legend, and the great grandmother of tradition. Our most valuable and most astrictive materials in the history of man are treasured up in India only! So far as I am able to judge, nothing has been left undone, either by man or nature, to make India the most extraordinary country that the sun visits on his rounds. Nothing seems to have been forgotten, nothing overlooked."
~~ Mark Twain
We are really excited that India will host the 2015 SITE Global Conference, an event that will truly bring the East and West together. The excitement and buzz on India as the destination has been truly inspiring. No matter where we have travelled to, everyone is talking about the conference. People are excited, for this will be a trip of a lifetime combined with all the valuable education, networking and business opportunities that SITE has to offer. The buzz is reflected in all the registrations coming in.
SITE or the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence is the global association for the incentive travel industry. Headquartered in Chicago, SITE has grown since its inception 40 years ago to nearly 2,000 members in 88 countries with 29 local and regional chapters. It is the only global authority connecting motivational experiences with business results. The community of SITE professionals brings best-in-class solutions, insights and global connections to maximize the business impact of motivational experiences, regardless of industry, region or culture. Members represent corporate executives, incentive companies, destination management companies, travel & event planners, official tourist organizations, transportation companies, hotels and resorts, cruise lines, trade publications, and supporting organizations such as restaurants and visitors attractions. You can read more about SITE at http://www.siteglobal.com/India evokes many images, many emotions: of palaces & forts; maharajas & maharanis; of wild tigers & elephants; countless jewels & silks; sensory foods & spices; of a nation dominating in technology & business; spirituality & wellness. No matter where you come from, India means something different, something unique, and something special. To feel her magic, be touched by her spirituality, experience her intensity or join in her celebrations, you have to visit India and immerse yourselves in one of the most vibrant destinations in the world.
SITE aims to create events where our members can –
- Network and celebrate with the global community of incentive travel professionals.
- Learn how incentive travel creates business results with education tailored to you individual learning preferences.
- Recognize excellence in our industry.
The SITE conference is that one time of the year where we truly celebrate the incentive industry. It is where you receive some of the most awe inspiring education from experts from across the world. It is where you track trends and keep yourself abreast with changes to come. It is where you become a better professional by learning by example from the destinations we visit.
It is where you meet old friends and make new ones. The SITE conference is where I have cemented business relationships and developing the future of my organisation.
This year’s conference will also feature new session styles including ‘unconference sessions” and “deep dive cultural immersions”, as well as globally acclaimed keynote speakers like Rasmus Ankersen and Devdutt Patnaik, with more to come. The sessions have been designed around SITE’s new education format to meet today’s industry needs.
Some of you may be interested in bringing business to India, given the allure it has for groups. Some may be interested in getting business out of India, for it is one of the fastest growing outbound markets in the world. Many of you value the high quality of education and the comradeship that makes the conference familial. For some, it may simply be an opportunity to bring a partner and take that bucket-list journey of a lifetime.
One thing we will guarantee, this year’s SITE Global Conference will be a showcase of how an incentive in Asia should be run. For those who joined us at the lunch in Rotterdam or SITE Nite Europe, you have experienced just a sampling of what is to come. The SITE India Chapter is leaving no stone unturned to put on a show that will never be forgotten.
SITE has opened conference registration a lot sooner this year so that you can take advantage of the best airfares. Many members have already locked in amazing deals and many are also taking advantage of the special discount given by Emirates airlines. Read all details on the SITE website.. And, if you register by 31 July, you will receive a US$100 discount off your registration fee. There is also a price code available for Indian delegates.
The India Host Committee is very excited to be welcoming the incentive travel community to India. See the India chapter’s launch video here. Do not miss the opportunity to experience this trip of a lifetime. If you have any questions, please reach out to us or to the team at SITE Headquarters.
Join us at the SITE Global Conference in India this October and awaken your senses
Warm regards
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| Anup Anup Nair President, SITE India Chapter & Conference Chair Managing Director, Incentive Destinations anup.nair@incentive-destinations.com |
Rajeev Rajeev Kohli 2015 SITE President Elect Joint Managing Director, Creative Travel rajeevkohli@creative.travel |
And the host committee of :
- Ranganathan Parthiban, Director, Swagatam Tours
- Saurabh Bhargava, Director Sales & Marketing - North India, Taj Group
- Sanjeev Joshi, Managing Director, TIME
- Amaresh Tiwari, Managing Director, Seasons & Vacations
- Nitesh Gandhi, Executive Director, Trident, Gurgaon; Oberoi Hotels & Resorts
- Sheema Vohra, Managing Director, Sartha Global Marketing
- Nitin Sachdeva, Managing Director, Venture Marketing
- Ayesha Nageshwaran, Director of Strategy & Development, Incent India
