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JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

GMAC 2024

GMAC 2024

Bringing the Art of Innovation

to the Science of Implementation

September 3 - 6, 2024

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EVENT AGENDA

Agenda Subject to Change

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 3

AFTERNOON ARRIVALS & REGISTRATION

SPONSOR RECEPTION

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 5

MORNING WELLNESS ACTIVITY

BREAKFAST

BEAKOUT SESSIONS

LUNCH

 BREAKOUT SESSIONS

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 4

 

MORNING WELLNESS ACTIVITY

SPONSOR BREAKFAST

TRADE SHOW / BREAKOUT SESSIONS

LUNCH

MI EXECUTIVE PANEL

EVENING RECEPTION

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 6

 

BREAKFAST 

MORNING GENERAL SESSION

DEPARTURES

People & Purpose

The General Manager Advisory Council (GMAC) is composed of Marriott's leading General Managers, distinguished for their innovation, active participation, and significant influence within the organization.

They possess a keen vision for the broader landscape and excel at paving the way for groundbreaking ideas. Their strategic insights prioritize enhancing the associate experience, delivering exceptional value to guests, and optimizing profitability for owners. Entrusted with reshaping perspectives in their respective markets, they serve as advocates for transformative change.

In 2024, GMAC will convene 92 accomplished general managers representing the breadth of the Marriott portfolio, alongside continent discipline leaders encompassing Operations, Rooms, Food and Beverages, Sustainability, Meetings + Events, Procurement, Human Resources, Sales + Marketing, and Revenue Management.

Sponsors are warmly welcomed to partake in the event’s opening reception, meals and breaks, as well as an exclusive breakfast and panel with Marriott's executive leadership.

Conference Participation

All General Managers are required to attend the Sponsor Trade Show. Floor space, location and booth size are determined by sponsorship level.

Vendor Trade Show

This premiere Marriott-hosted reception is designed to create networking opportunities with key Marriott executives.

MI Executive & Sponsor Reception

All sponsors are invited to join our attendees at the event welcome reception.

Invitation to Welcome Reception

Fire-level sponsors will have the opportunity to provide a product or gift with a personalized card in each attendee guest room on the second night of the event.

Prior approval required by GMAC planning team

Sponsoring of a Gift

Fire and Water-level Sponsors will be recognized for their participation in the conference by a Marriott executive on stage during general session or at the Welcome Reception

 

Recognition as a Fire level sponsor on post-event recap materials including company bio, logo, and website information. 

On Stage Mention

Fire and Water Sponsors will be invited to participate in a MI Executive Panel.

MI Executive Panel

Invitation to join a Marriott sponsored breakfast hosted by

Marriott Executive Leadership.

Sponsor Breakfast

Access to attendee list (3) weeks prior to date of meeting.

Attendee List

SPONSOR BENEFITS

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

$50,000 (limit 2 sponsors)

Up to Four (4) Conference Participants

Participation in Vendor Trade Show

MI Executive & Sponsor Reception

Invitation to Welcome Reception

Option to Sponsor a Gift

On Stage Mention

Recognition as a Sponsor on Registration Website & Communications 

Sponsor Breakfast

Invitation to MI Executive Panel

Access to Attendee List (3) Weeks Before the Event

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