🍂🍁We are grateful!🍂🍁 This Thanksgiving, we are filled with gratitude for our incredible team, clients, and community who make everything we do possible. Thank you for your trust, partnership, and support. It is an honor to work together. Wishing you and your loved ones a holiday full of warmth, joy, and memorable moments. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Connect Event Group. 🍂🦃🥧 #Grateful #Thankful #HappyThanksgiving #Family #Togetherness #eventplanner #eventplanning #meetingplanner #meetingplanning #dmc #eventindustry #destinationmanagementcompany #corporateevents #corporateeventplanner #chattanooga #visitchattanooga
Connect Event Group
Events Services
Chattanooga, TN 114 followers
Creative Events | Strategic Meetings | Memorable Incentive Trips
About us
Opened in 2000 as Specialty Planners International (SPI) and rebranded into Connect Event Group in 2023, we have quickly become the leading DMC in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Our expert team has decades upon decades of experience in the destination management industry. From corporate events and incentive trips to meeting planning and galas, we custom tailor every element of our clients’ events down to the very last event planning detail. We know you deserve the very best when your company is meeting in our beautiful city. So that’s exactly what we deliver – the very best that Chattanooga, Tennessee has to offer. That’s southern hospitality at its finest.
- Website
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www.connecteventgroup.com
External link for Connect Event Group
- Industry
- Events Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Chattanooga, TN
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2000
- Specialties
- Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Incentive Trips, Chattanooga, TN, Event Decor, Event Staffing, Hotel & Site Selection, Incentive Travel Groups, Sports Events, Team Building, CSR Programs, Tours & Activities, Transportation, Association Meetings, Incentive Travel, DMC, and Destination Management Company
Locations
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Primary
100 W. MLK Blvd.
Suite 705
Chattanooga, TN 37402, US
Employees at Connect Event Group
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Pat Owings
Entrepreneur
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Margarita Heinzel, CSEP
Founder at CONNECT Event Services, LLC
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Nihkil Sharma
❤️Founder Event Connect & DEM 🆘Helping Event Planners Automate Business & Create Influence 🔥100+ Event Success Stories 💯Free…
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Hannah Gould
Nutrition student at University of Illinois Chicago
Updates
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🌟🤩✨ WINNER! WINNER! ✨🤩🌟 We are over the moon that our very own superstar, Cory Brooks, CMP DMCP, was awarded the MPI Tennessee Chapter Tennessee Legend at the stunning Circle of Excellence Awards event last night! This brand-new award is given in recognition of achievement, leadership, industry devotion, and community involvement. We are even more honored, as it’s nominated by the treasured peers that make up the distinguished MPI board. Our sincere thanks to the MPI Tennessee Chapter for the recognition. Congratulations to all the wonderful winners last night; we’re proud to be in your company. And extra special applause to Category 10 for last night's seamless and beautiful event production. You make Nashville proud! #Grateful #EventProfs #AwardWinner #TennesseeLegend #CMP #eventplanner #visitchattanooga
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🤩✨ We have stars in our eyes! ✨🤩 We are so proud that our very own Cory Brooks, CMP DMCP, is nominated for the MPI Tennessee Chapter Circle of Excellence! Being recognized among such talented professionals is a true honor. Call us biased, but she’s always been a shining example to our team. Huge thanks to the MPI Tennessee Chapter for the recognition and to the inspiring community that uplifts and celebrates excellence in our industry. Congratulations to all the nominees! We are in great company and can’t wait to celebrate with you at the Starry Nights gala this week! #MPITN #Grateful #EventProfs #CircleOfExcellence #Nomination #Honor #eventplanner #eventplanning #meetingplanner #meetingplanning #dmc #eventindustry #destinationmanagementcompany #corporateevents #corporateeventplanner #chattanooga #visitchattanooga
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Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with unwavering dedication. This Veterans Day, we reflect on their sacrifices, resilience, and courage that protect the freedoms we cherish every day. A special thank you goes to our Navy veteran, Bruce Quinn, whose service and bravery inspire us daily. To all our veterans, thank you for your sacrifices and for protecting our freedoms. #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #HonorAndRespect #GratefulNation
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🕰️ Get ready to turn back time! 🕰️ Remember to set your clocks back on Sunday, November 3rd, as we say goodbye to Daylight Savings Time. With an extra hour of sleep, you can wake up refreshed and ready to enjoy those crisp autumn mornings, earlier sunsets, and cozy evenings with loved ones! What will you do with your extra hour?? #FallBack #DaylightSavingsTime #ExtraHour #CozySeason #TurnBackTime #eventplanner #eventplanning #meetingplanner #meetingplanning #dmc #eventindustry #destinationmanagementcompany #corporateevents #corporateeventplanner #chattanooga #visitchattanooga
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🍂Prepare to Fall in love!🍂 Chattanooga is showing off her colors, and we’re here for it! From the vibrant reds to the golden yellows, seeing the changing leaves of Scenic City is a bucket list item. Explore the beauty of autumn at these special spots: - Lookout Mountain: Travel to the top of Lookout Mountain and take in the sweeping views of the blushing foliage. - Incline Railway: Ride the Incline Railway @ridetheincline and immerse yourself in nature’s crimson canvas. - Signal Mountain: Hike Signal Mountain and take in the stunning scenery from one of the orange-tinged overlooks. - Reflection Riding Arboretum: Stroll through the 300+ acres of Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center @reflectionridinganc to experience autumn’s golden glory. We love putting on a show, so come visit the tree-mendous color-changing in person. You won’t be-leaf your eyes! #ChangingLeaves #FallFoliage #SweaterWeather #ExploreChattanooga #ScenicCity #eventplanner #eventplanning #meetingplanner #meetingplanning #dmc #eventindustry #destinationmanagementcompany #corporateevents #corporateeventplanner #chattanooga #visitchattanooga
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🍝🎉 Penne for your thoughts on National Pasta Day?! 🎉🍝 Happy #NationalPastaDay! We can’t wait to celebrate at Alleia because their dishes are im-pasta-ble to resist! Start your journey with their hand-dipped ricotta bruschetta drizzled with truffle honey. 🤤🔥Then dive into their seasonal ravioli, which will have you cheering “Mama Mia!”🙌 With a menu full of rustic Italian dishes, seven house-made pastas, and brick-fired pizzas, anything you choose will have you feeling saucy. While you’re there, check out their private event space. It’s the perfect spot to have a pasta-tively good time! #NationalPastaDay #Alleia #ChattanoogaEats #PastaLovers #EatLocal #eventplanner #eventplanning #meetingplanner #meetingplanning #dmc #eventindustry #destinationmanagementcompany #corporateevents #corporateeventplanner #chattanooga #visitchattanooga
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⭐Flashback Friday⭐ Thinking back to last week when our fearless leader - Cory Brooks, CMP, DMCP – taught a Project Management class for the Meeting Professionals International Tennessee Chapter during their CMP study group. At Connect Event Group, we are passionate about continuing education, mentorship, and the fabulous world of meeting and event planning. Being a Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) is a badge of honor. We are thrilled to wear the distinction and to help guide the next class of future CMPs! #FlashbackFriday #MPI #CertifiedMeetingPlanner #ContinuingEducation #CMP #meetingplanning #eventplanning #dmc #eventindustry #destinationmanagementcompany #corporateevents #corporateeventplanner #chattanooga #visitchattanooga
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That's how it started with us... one client's visit and now here we are, working in this vibrant city and supporting by exhibiting in this great Tourism Summit! #ConnectEventGroup #ChattanoogaTourism #VisitChattanooga #BusinessTravel
Thank You for a Successful 2024 Chattanooga Tourism Summit! "It Starts With a Visit" As we reflect on this year's Chattanooga Tourism Summit, we are overwhelmed with gratitude towards each and every one of the industry professionals who joined us. Your enthusiasm and commitment to enhancing our tourism landscape make us incredibly proud to be your stewards. Special thanks to our keynote panelists, Laura Libby from Miles Partnership, Zeek Coleman from Tourism Economics, and John David, STS , whose insights into the dynamic role of tourism in shaping our community were invaluable. Chattanooga Tourism Company CEO Barry White said it: "Let's invite the world to Chattanooga!" And is there a better possible emcee than our own Donna Elle Harrison? We think not! A special thanks to presenters April Cameron, Emily Mack and Darik Dawes. Finally, thanks to everybody on the Chattanooga Tourism Co. staff, LEO Events, Helm Projects and Chattanooga Convention Center who made this event happen. And to our sponsors: EPB, First Horizon Bank, Miles Partnership, Vision Hospitality Group, Inc., Chattanooga Airport, Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc., LEO Events, Truist, Chattanooga Convention Center and Chattanooga Times Free Press Stay tuned for more updates and professional development opportunities. Here’s to continuing to grow together and making Chattanooga a top destination for visitors worldwide! Photos by Dan Henry
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🎗️ October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎗️ At Connect Event Group, we’re proud and committed to supporting the fight against breast cancer and standing with those affected. This month, we’re shining a light on early detection, support, and hope. 💖 Get tested, stay vigilant, and fight like a girl. 💪 We have a special shoutout to our very own Cory Brooks, CMP, DMCP, who is honored to serve on the Leadership Council for the American Cancer Society Chattanooga. We’re committed to making a difference in our community and beyond. Let’s unite to spread awareness, support research, and fight for a cure. Join us in wearing pink and sharing stories of strength this October! 🎀 #BreastCancerAwareness #ACSChattanooga #ConnectEventGroup #SupportTheFight #WearPink #CoryBrooks #LeadershipInAction #FightLikeAGirl #mammogram #eventplanner #eventplanning #meetingplanner #meetingplanning #dmc #eventindustry #destinationmanagementcompany #corporateevents #corporateeventplanner #chattanooga #visitchattanooga