How You Benefit From Your Convention Being Hosted Here

When your organization’s event is held in Springfield, you benefit in a lot of ways like:

• The convention site is closer to your home, saving you the time and expense of travel
• More people from your organization or business can afford to attend the convention or part of the convention
• As one of the hosts, you will be more recognized within the organization and in your industry
• You can showcase the community you’re proud to call home
• You have the opportunity to get more involved in the organization by participating in the event planning and oftentimes helping determine the conference content

Local conventions are valuable to our city

Did you know the convention, tourism and hospitality industry is the fifth largest employer in Springfield? The CVB supports that industry by serving as Springfield’s marketing and sales representative to the convention meeting planning industry.

Not only do conventions – small or large – generate tax revenues benefiting local programs, parks, and quality of life, their impact on businesses is significant. Convention attendees spend an average $150 per person per day! 

100 people, 3 days=     $45,000
      500 people, 3 days=   $225,000
      800 people, 3 days=   $360,000
      1000 people, 3 days= $450,000