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VENUES ARIZONA’S MEETING & EVENT Phoenix Convention Center In addition to the near-perpetual


sunshine and natural beauty of its Sonoran Desert locale, one of the perks about meeting in Arizona is the incredible range of group venues at your disposal. In addition to traditional conference centers with state-of-the-art technology; museums with stunning art and cultural settings; and restaurants with breathtaking views and fabulous food; you’ll also find western towns where meeting-goers can shed their ties, put bandanas around their necks and learn the two-step at a cowboy cookout. Venue selection is a major factor in


the overall success of your event. It might seem like a bewildering task to choose the right venue, however most can be broadly grouped into the following categories, so it becomes much easier to pick the right one for your meeting or event.


1 Upscale Resorts As the “Resort Capital of the


Southwest” the Valley of the Sun doesn’t have any shortage of luxury resort options to meet your every unique event need. From grand ballrooms to private boardrooms to outdoor spaces, resorts offer a large range of meeting venues in addition to on-site accommodations. Te latest trend in resort meetings is “active” programs which are particularly well- suited to Arizona. Great year-round sunny, dry weather ensures hassle-free planning. Depending on your group’s level of interest and fitness, other active events could


20 | www.AZMeetings.com “I believe Arizona offers Cowboy Cookout


include desert hikes, cattle drives, “glow in the dark” golf contests or cooking classes.


that is centrally located near attractions and varied accommodations, a state-of- the-art convention center may be just what you need. Te Phoenix Convention Center offers


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more than 900,000 square feet of meeting and event space and more than two million in total square footage, making it one of the top 20 convention venues in the United States. Tousands of images of Arizona from cultural, historic and geographic points of view are combined with indigenous materials, stones and native metals to form its unique design. Every detail – from colors and textures to lighting, angles and entrances – inspires guests to explore the marvels of Arizona. Mesa Convention Center offers


15,000 square feet of exhibit area and an additional 25,000 square feet of meeting space in addition to the outdoor Mesa Amphitheatre which offers festival seating for 4,200 on curved grass.


Convention Centers When looking for a meeting space


great venues for meetings, including outdoor venues, with opportunities to really explore what the Arizona Desert is all about,” said Molinich. “It’s an easily accessible location that offers a wide variety of venues to accommodate all meeting types. Arizona hosts a multitude of adventures for visitors, everything from physical activities to art. Not to mention, the majority of the year provides an inviting climate.” Susie Molinich, CMP, SMMC,


oversees American Express Meetings & Events clients’ entire meetings programs.


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