When CrimeCon was nothing but an idea it was Convention Connections who first made us believe that it could be a real business. They took the time to walk us through the whole venue process, from search to contract—and made something intimidating and complex feel achievable. As we’ve grown and expanded into the largest true crime event in the world they’ve become invaluable partners—from leading the search for suitable venues around the country to negotiating with hotels and convention centers to helping us think creatively about how our program can best take advantage of each venue’s unique qualities. But, most important, Convention Connections represents us in a way that feels like they are an extension of our team and brand. In an industry where reputation means everything we are grateful to be able to put ours in the hands of people who we know will never let us down

The Association of State Drinking Water Administrators is a national association located in Arlington, Virginia just outside of Washington, DC. They represent all 50 states to ensure all their citizens have access to safe and clean drinking water. They host many national conferences that are very important in exchanging information and networking, and CCI has become their go-to firm to help research and plan all these meetings. CCI has taken the time to get to know them as a client and all their needs. It is a very convenient and easy relationship. CCI researches possible conference sites in cities across the country and negotiates the contracts through a competitive bid process, always securing the ideal hotel at the best rate and ensuring they are legally protected in case any problems arise.

CCI was hired by the Virginia Chamber of Commerce for the Governor's Conferences on Energy. These high-profile, three-day events hosted by the Governor were held in Richmond, Virginia and brought together over 900 participants across the Commonwealth and the nation from sectors that included business and industry, state and local government, educators, facility managers and owners, design agencies, community organizations, transportation, agriculture, and the military. CCI's role included the following key logistical functions/services: convention center and hotel contract negotiations, full conference registration services, speaker coordination, sponsor/exhibitor coordination, conference space and food and beverage arrangements, audio-visual arrangements, and many other logistical tasks which culminated in the production of a phenomenal conference.

"Their conference planning knowledge is second to none."

"Our large global corporations have been using Convention Connections, Inc. for over 27 years. CCI is incredible at negotiating fantastic guest room rates and concessions for our city-wide conferences which attract over 4,000 Independent Business Owners. These large conferences are vital to our organizations and we trust CCI to handle all of the details. I consider them an invaluable partner and am consistently amazed at their customer service and knowledge of the hotel side of the business. Their conference planning knowledge is second to none. CCI receives our highest recommendation as meeting planners and a company that consistently takes away the stress of negotiating incredible guest room rates with all hotels."

CCI has been working with URAssociation,LLC for 27 years to help produce their large network marketing events. These events are held four times a year and attract over 4,000 people for each event. CCI handles all aspects of these events flawlessly and has become an integral partner within this organization.

“The secret behind our success over all these years is you and your amazing team’s leadership and guidance!”

Beverly Marshall-Luney
Vice President, Investor Relations and Events,
Metro Orlando Economic Development Commissions

"Continuously, national meeting planners tell me Convention Connections, Inc. is the best that they have ever had the pleasure to work with.... Without hesitation, there is no one better."



John F. Berry, Jr.

President and Chief Operation Officer,
Metro Richmond Convention and Visitors Bureau

"A heartfelt thank you seems like such a small thing in the big scheme of things. None of our nearly 140 sales executives could have enjoyed the learning and networking opportunities at our annual National Sales Meeting without the hard work you and your team provided for us. I know you are usually the "unsung hero" working behind the scenes, but you helped me see just what it takes to get everything done behind those scenes. You guys are the best ever."

Jack Schmidt
Former Chief Marketing Officer,
Benchmark Hospitality

"I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your work as Conference Managers for the VCU Energy and Sustainability Conference in Richmond, Virginia. Your dedication to excellence, perseverance, and flexibility in working with the Planning Committee as we developed this first-time conference contributed to a great success. Your knowledge of green and sustainable meeting practices was very helpful in executing the vision of this conference. We look forward to working with you in the future. Thanks again for your hard work."

Annette Osso

President,

Virginia Sustainable Building Network

"A special thank you to the staff at Convention Connections, Inc. (CCI), for handling every last detail of the inaugural VCU Energy and Sustainability Conference. The conference was a huge success and we attribute your role as our total conference manager as a key element to that success. Your personalized service, conference expertise, and commitment to excellence were evident throughout the planning and executing of the conference. As the Conference Chairman for this important conference, I look forward to partnering with CCI in the future."

Larry Cummings

Marketing Leader,
Strategic Partnerships, Trane Commercial Systems

"Convention Connections has always provided our organization with prompt and professional attention. I am confident in their knowledge of the industry and find comfort in knowing they have negotiated well for us."

Paige Peak

Assistant Executive Director & Chief Communications Officer,
Virginia Baptist Mission Board of the Baptist General Association of Virginia