Part PechaKucha, part workshop, we’ll examine market research about affecting perceptions, case studies illustrating how some institutions have tackled this challenge, and brainstorm specific actions you can take to enhance trust and expand market potential.
In this session, we reveal some of the disconnects between the fantastic work zoos and aquariums conduct and what the public understands and cares about those efforts; and how these institutions can grow to maximize conservation and animal care transparency.
PGAV Destinations, in conjunction with H2R Market Research and Blooloop, have embarked on an annual survey of people who have visited an attraction in the current year or plan to visit in the upcoming year, analyzing visitors' viewpoints of attractions, reactions, expectations, and trends. This can be used to provide an industry-standard dashboard that quantifies… Continue reading.
PGAV’s unique nationwide survey, “Voice of the Visitor,” provides an essential annual outlook on the attractions industry. In partnership with H2R Market Research, we review the key trends and success factors for destinations in coming months.
The annual Visit North Carolina 365 Conference is the state’s premier travel industry event. Bringing together more than 500 of the state’s tourism industry leaders, the conference provides opportunities to catch up on the latest trends and issues facing the travel industry, hear insights from industry experts, and network with other travel and tourism professionals.… Continue reading.
"More than 200 companies were submitted to the St. Louis Business Journal's Best Places to Work Awards, and 44 companies were chosen as the cream of the crop. Join the St. Louis Business Journal celebrate this year's Best Places to Work award finalists and announce 2018 winners. Learn from the best, and hear about their… Continue reading.
The TEA Summit 2018's "Elephant in the Room" series, co-chaired by TEA past president Steve Birket of Birket Engineering and Kile Ozier, will challenge panelists and attendees to consider traditionally uncomfortable topics. PGAV vice president Al Cross will join fellow panelist Michael Blau, principal and vice president of business development at Adirondack Studios, to discuss the vision and… Continue reading.
As head of the leading attraction design firm PGAV Destinations, Konzen will present innovations and ideas that can help to energize, grow, and encourage healthy, creative company environments. “Company culture is essential to your overall success,” says Konzen. “It is without a doubt one of, if not the most, important and inimitable assets of your… Continue reading.
PGAV Destinations, in conjunction with H2R Market Research and Blooloop, have embarked on an annual survey of people who have visited an attraction in the current year or plan to visit in the upcoming year, analyzing visitors' viewpoints of attractions, reactions, expectations, and trends. This can be used to provide an industry-standard dashboard that quantifies… Continue reading.
For museums to evolve in response to changes in audiences, technology, economics, and societal influences, they must cultivate a culture of innovation. New exhibits and programs can only be as innovative as the culture that brings them to life for visitors every day. Master planning and design provides a critical opportunity to define and curate… Continue reading.