If you organize, influence or make budgetary decisions for meetings, events, incentive, business or corporate travel in the US or abroad you may be eligible to attend AIBTM as a Hosted Buyer.
What is the Hosted Buyer Program
The Hosted Buyer Program is a unique component of our show that provides top-level buyers an opportunity to meet with the exhibitors of their choice for focused one-to-one appointments. Qualified buyers will be the stars of the show and attend AIBTM as our guests. They will receive complimentary travel and/or accommodation and many other VIP benefits.
The 2012 Hosted Buyer Brochure
Hosted Buyer Benefits
- A personal itinerary of appointments with your choice of over 1,000 exhibiting companies. No time wasted meeting with exhibitors that don't fit your business needs!
- A range of dedicated networking opportunities throughout the show, including an exclusive Hosted Buyer Reception on Monday, June 18 at the Baltimore Four Seasons Hotel
- Dedicated educational sessions for Hosted Buyers that will expand skills, knowledge and earn CEU credits.
- Complimentary air or rail travel - depending on your location to make your travel experience as convenient and time efficient as possible
- Accommodation at one of Baltimore's top hotels
- Admittance to exclusive AIBTM networking functions and events including exhibitor events and dedicated Hosted Buyer networking functions within the Hosted Buyer Lounges
- Access to two Hosted Buyer lounges on the show floor with refreshments and snacks throughout the day
- AIBTM pre and post event tours of first-class US cities. Learn more
Please note: in return you will be required to attend 8 pre-scheduled appointments with exhibitors, a Destination Presentation and networking events.
Become a Group Coordinator
Bring a group of your clients as Hosted Buyers to AIBTM and once they're accepted into the Hosted Buyer program, they will enjoy free flights and accommodation. As a Group Coordinator, benefit from an array of additional promotional opportunities at AIBTM. What better way to spend time with your key customers!
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AIBTM Education For Hosted Buyers
AIBTM has dedicated educational tracks for association, incentive, business and corporate travel planners. Be inspired by unparalleled learning, thought provoking and insightful sessions that will provide a real competitive advantage.
Learn more about AIBTM Education
Hosted Buyer Networking Events
Hosted Buyer Networking Evening
Exclusive Ice Breaker event for Hosted Buyers which takes place the Monday evening before the show at Baltimore's new Four Season's hotel providing Buyers with the opportunity to network before the event.
Visit Baltimore Welcome Party
The AIBTM Welcome Reception will take place Tuesday night at Baltimore's famous Power Plant Live. Hosted Buyers will be invited to attend this exciting Street Party themed event. This charming area of Baltimore will be closedoff for all AIBTM participants for a fun night of networking – while enjoying Baltimore's array of lively restaurants, bars and nightlife.
