Elevating Austin’s Diverse Hospitality Community: A Lunch & Learn with DECA and Visit Austin
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM) (CST)
Description
Visit Austin + DECA Lunch & Learn:
Partnering to Elevate Austin’s Diverse Hospitality Community
WHAT: A collaborative Lunch & Learn hosted by Visit Austin in partnership with DECA (the Diversity and Ethnic Chamber Alliance), focused on helping diverse local businesses increase their visibility with meeting planners and visiting groups. Attendees will learn how to plug into Visit Austin’s resources, connect with upcoming conventions, and position their services for referral opportunities.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: DECA member businesses that support tourism and provide services relevant to event and meeting planners, including venues, caterers, transportation providers, entertainment, AV, décor, photographers, and other hospitality partners.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
- Getting Started with Partnernet — onboarding, account setup, and why maintaining an updated profile is essential
- Unlocking Opportunities — how to receive referrals, view the convention calendar, and connect with nearby hotels
- Promoting Your Business with Visit Austin — Insider Deals, event listings, and advertising options
- Stay in the Know — newsletters, training resources, and Visit Austin Foundation programs for frontline and new employees
WHEN: Tuesday, January 20th, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 PM | Lunch provided
WHERE: Visit Austin Office, 111 Congress Avenue, Suite 700, Austin, TX 78701
RSVP HERE
GAACC Corporate Sponsors & Partners
The generous support of these sponsors and partners allows GAACC to continue delivering programs to members and to the public with the mission of Serving Local, Thinking Global, and Being Heard - and to support our members through advocacy, education, and connections.
THANK YOU!
111 Congress Avenue, Suite 700
Austin, TX 78701 United States