Amari Steward, the Executive Director of Explore Flint & Genesee, expressed excitement about the diverse array of upcoming events in the region. Esteemed annual gatherings like the HAP Crim Festival of Races, Back to the Bricks, and The Ally Challenge will be joined by new impactful events, such as the Michigan Dental Association’s Mission of Mercy.
Steward acknowledges the dedicated efforts of the team in attracting these events, stating, “I am grateful for the work that our team has done to attract these events to our community and bring these dollars to our economy.”
Key events secured for the year include the 2024 Region 3 Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, Battle of the Bubble, Gymnastics Meet, American Legion of Michigan 2024 Winter Conference, Back to the Bricks Chrome & Ice, Dual at the Dome, Madness in March, State Xcel Meet, Michigan Dental Association Mission of Mercy 2024, FireStix College Exposure Tournament, Really Cool Comic Con, Tattoo City Tattoo Convention, Back to the Bricks, The Ally Challenge presented by McLaren, 2024 US Track and Field Event, The 46th HAP Crim Festival of Races, Bikes on the Bricks, Veterans of Foreign War Fall State Meeting, General Federation of Women East Central District 2024 Annual Conference, and InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 2024 Fall Conference.
Explore Flint & Genesee assists in securing these bookings by providing support to meeting and event planners at no cost. The sales team’s assistance encompasses securing event venues, collaborating with hotels for room blocks, creating itineraries and area tours, inviting speakers to events, and ensuring the overall success of meetings and events.
Tags: Community Events, Convention & Visitors Bureau, economic impact, Event Bookings, Event Lineup, Amari Steward, Explore Flint Genesee, Genesee County, Tourism Impact
