Designed to accommodate gatherings as space in the Hershey-Harrisburg region. “Having street load-in is a definite advan-
small as 50 or as large as 10,000, the Great American Hall offers over 32,000 tage for us,”notes Cecala. “Large trucks,
WildwoodsConventionCenterhashosted square feet of exhibit and meeting space such as 18-wheelers,can back right up to
conventions, expos for hobbyists and that was recently completely renovated. the loading dock for direct access into
enthusiasts of all kinds,social receptions, Great American Hall. This is especially
plus a range of youth and amateur sport- JillCecala,directorofNortheastsalesand convenient for shows that are shipping in
ing events. The Wildwoods area also
marketing for Hershey Meetings, repre-
their exhibit booth set ups - pipe and
offers over 8,000 hotel rooms, including
senting both Hershey Lodge and The
drape,etc.”
Doo-Wop themed motels and beachfront
Hotel Hershey, says that Great American
properties,plus over 3,000 condo rentals.
Hall is a very attractive option for trade
Another reason show organizers choose
shows and conventions organizers com-
Hershey Lodge,says Cecala,“We provide
At Gaylord National Resort and
ingtotheHersheyarea. Onebigreasonis
trade show and convention organizers
Convention Center in National Harbor,
its ability to offer street load-in access.
with marketing materials to help promote
Maryland, trade show and convention
facilities are quite extensive. The resort is
home to 84 breakout rooms, 470,000
square feet of meeting space, and four
Since 1975
ballrooms-includingthelargestintheDC
area with a built-in Broadway-scale stage
for speakers, performances and award
Kathy Reed Productions,LLC
presentations.
Entertainment Planning
Gaylord National also is the area’s only
One Call Does it All
waterfront resort and convention center,
with almost all of its pre-function space
offering river views. According to Amie
Team Building Programs
Gorrell, public relations director for Scavenger Hunts
Gaylord National Resort and Convention
Center,the key to the resort’s success is in
Interactive Game Shows
itscustomerservice,astheydoeverything Reality TV Show Spoofs
possible to make an organizer’s show suc-
cessful.
Great Character Actors
Theme Shows
In addition, she says, Gaylord National
strives to offer variety within their com-
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ment of social and recreational opportu-
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or convention is not in session. In the
Idea Development
evening and during free time,guests can
create their own plans. Options include
Original Concepts
anonsitenightclub,severalonsiterestau-
Custom Designed Programs
rants, spaces to socialize and network,
and much more.
Music and More
For those who want to venture off site,
Also Offering
Gaylord National is located within
National Harbor, a destination offering
restaurants,nightclubs and shopping just
across the river fromWashington,DC and
all that the city has to offer. Historic
Member of
Alexandria, Virginia is nearby, too, with
plentiful arts and cultural opportunities.
A great host location for trade shows and M
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conventions in Hershey,PA is the Hershey
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resort,Hershey Lodge is a state-of-the-art
facility with 665 guestrooms, 100,000
square feet of meeting and exhibit space,
eight Certified Meeting Professionals
(CMPs)onsite,plusGreatAmericanHall- 800-545-5367 • www.kathyreedproductions.com
the largest and most advanced meeting
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