The Northern Kentucky Convention Center has been a significant part of the region’s economy for the past 25 years. On May 16th, Julie Kirkpatrick, president and CEO of meetNKY, will be sharing insights on the center’s impact and future prospects at the upcoming Covington Business Council’s luncheon.
Kirkpatrick will be discussing the findings of the Convention, Sports, and Leisure report on the center and exploring current trends in the convention industry that are affecting it. Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights into how these developments are shaping the convention and tourism landscape in the region.
The luncheon will take place at Embassy Suites in Covington from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and tickets can be purchased on the Covington Business Council’s website. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about one of Northern Kentucky’s most important economic drivers and its significance in the local convention industry.
Julie Kirkpatrick is a renowned expert in convention and tourism, with over two decades of experience leading meetNKY, an organization dedicated to promoting Northern Kentucky as a top destination for meetings, conventions, sports events, leisure activities, and more. Under her leadership, meetNKY has played a crucial role in attracting visitors from around the world to Northern Kentucky.
During her presentation at the Covington Business Council’s May luncheon, Kirkpatrick will provide attendees with an update on how meetNKY has worked closely with other organizations like Convention Sports & Leisure International (CSLI) to promote Northern Kentucky as a premier destination for events.
She will also discuss how CSLI has conducted research on behalf of meetNKY to analyze trends and patterns in event planning across various industries such as healthcare, technology, finance, education