2019 VO-Con Conference Registration is Now Open
The Canadian Vacation Ownership Association’s annual conference, VO-CON has recently opened up registration for its 2019 conference which will be held at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort in Whistler, British Columbia September 23-25.
As the only association in Canada dedicated to representing the vacation ownership industry, VO-Con has solidified itself as a must-attend conference for industry professionals looking to gain insight, knowledge, and potential business leads through educational seminars and networking opportunities. 95-percent of attendees surveyed rated 2018 VO-Con’s networking opportunities “good or excellent”, 100-percent stated that they met new people, and 76-percent of attendees acknowledged that they had found potential new business leads that could be worth in excess of $6 million dollars. Known for its laid-back atmosphere that encourages networking, 96.7-percent of attendees who were surveyed enjoyed the conference’s concept of blending business with pleasure in a setting that doesn’t require formal attire.
“As the new President and CEO of CVOA, I am thrilled with the engagement, commitment, and opportunities for the Canadian Vacation Ownership Industry. The health and growth potential of the Canadian Industry is significant. The Canadian Federal Tourism Strategy supports experience-driven development and growing partnerships. Our Canadian and International partners, members and Industry Experts are highly engaged and supportive of CVOA, and I am thrilled to be hosting so many this year at our annual conference,” stated Ingrid Jarrett, the President, and CEO of CVOA.
The 2019 VO-Con agenda includes a wide range of panel discussions, informational sessions, and casual networking activities. Intermixed with the sessions and business at hand will be authentic Canadian fun. This year, guests can hit the links and participate in a golf tournament at the immaculate Chateau Whistler Golf Club on Sept 22nd, enjoy a themed Canadian food and wine event, and gain insight from financial coach, David Lund; VO-Con 2019’s keynote speaker as well as Adrian Garrett, USA & Canada Account Executive with DAE the Awards Luncheon keynote speaker.
Formed in 1980 as CRDA, The Canadian Vacation Ownership Association is a membership-based organization for leaders in the resort and timeshare industry. The CVOA takes pride in its active members who represent the highest ethical standards possible when it comes to vacation ownership. The association has seen significant membership growth over the last couple of years and looks forward to continuing to attract new members to its annual event.
For more information about the CVOA or how to become a sponsor, or attend VO-CON, please visit http://www.canadianvoa.org/.
To register for VO-CON2019, https://www.vocon.ca/
For questions, please contact: memberservices@canadianvoa.org
About the Canadian Vacation Ownership Association
CVOA is Canada’s only association dedicated to representing the interests of the vacation ownership and resort development industries. Since its founding 1980 (originally as CRDA), the organization has become Canada’s preeminent industry association representing all forms of vacation ownership. CVOA membership is a community of active industry leaders committed to promoting and maintaining a high standard of ethical conduct within the Canadian vacation ownership industry, creating B-2-B and networking opportunities between Members, and educating consumers as to the benefits of vacation ownership. For more information, please visit VO-Con agenda.docx VO-Con information about content, registration and sponsorship opportunities can be found on the event website www.VOCon.ca.
