2025 Advocacy Summit

When:  Oct 21, 2025 from 15:00 to 17:00 (ET)

The 2025 Advocacy Summit will convene leaders from across the Destinations International membership to explore the pivotal role of destination promotion in building stronger, more resilient communities. Set in Sacramento, a city known for civic leadership and influence on issues that shape both local and national policy, this year’s Summit offers a timely forum to engage in dialogue, sharpen advocacy efforts and align around a shared vision for community impact. 

As organizations in our sector navigate rising public visibility and evolving political dynamics and growing expectations from residents and stakeholders, the Advocacy Summit creates space for candid conversation, peer learning and collective action. This event is designed for professionals responsible for articulating the value of destination promotion and development to elected officials, community partners and business leaders. 

 

REGISTRATION RATES
All prices in USD.

Standard Rates through September 25

Late Registration Rates starting September 26

DMO Member/Partner: $1,050
Destination Non-Member: $1,575

DMO Member/Partner: $1,200
Destination Non-Member: $1,725

 

Pre-Summit Session
TOOL SYMPOSIUM WORKSHOP
DMO Member/Partner: $249


NOTE: Full registration includes a welcome reception, two (2) breakfasts, two (2) lunches, five (5) breaks, and a closing reception.

REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY

We request that all registration cancellations and refund requests be made on or before Thursday, September 25, 2025. A full refund of the conference fee, less a US$150 administrative fee, will be provided. We regret that no refunds will be granted for requests made after September 25, 2025, without proof of a medical or family emergency. Please send all cancellation and refund requests or additional registration assistance inquiries via email to events@destinationsinternational.org. All cancellations must be in writing.

Late Registration Policy
To encourage timely registration and ensure optimal event planning, a late registration rate will take effect starting September 26, 2025. This rate includes a $150 increase over our standard registration fees. 

Substitutions
A single substitution, per registration, can be requested and emailed to
events@destinationsinternational.org; further adjustments will be marked as cancellations. Cancellations are not eligible for event credit.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Your safety is our top priority. We have developed the following guidelines and require that all attendees strictly adhere to all guidance in order to make the event a safe, secure and enjoyable event for all. Read about the safety guidelines.

HOTEL INFORMATION

Destinations International is pleased to offer a hotel block at the Hyatt Regency Sacramento, starting at $259/night plus applicable taxes (currently 12%) and fees.

Hotel booking links will be provided in your registration confirmation email. The hotel cutoff date is Thursday, September 25th, 2025. Please note that these rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis and may sell out prior to the cutoff date. If you have any questions or need additional accommodations, please contact events@destinationsinternational.org.

Location

1209 L St
Sacramento, CA 95814-3936