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How To Summit
Glossary of Terms
Click here to open a handy PDF that will help you navigate your way through all the industry-specific terms used at Go West Summit.
Preparing for Go West Summit
How to Summit Webinar: We presented an hour-long webinar designed to increase your chances of a successful Summit. Click here to view the recording on YouTube.
You can view the 2025 How to Summit presentation here.
​Click here for our tips for a successful Summit to help you get the most business out of this event.​
Click here for a helpful checklist of what you will need to be prepared for the Summit.​
Preparing for Appointments
Our improved matching system gives you more control! Go West Summit has created an innovative alternative to traditional meeting formats that allows you to view customizable appointment opportunities and request a meeting; and no more waiting for a final appointment schedule!
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About a month before Go West Summit, appointment schedules open, allowing attendees to log in to their accounts, set their break times, review company profiles, and request meetings for the two-day Marketplace.
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Attendees register right up to the start of Go West Summit, so check back regularly to view new incoming requests or make changes to your schedule.
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Appointment scheduling closes the week before the Summit, so attendees already know who they will be meeting with before they travel.
Click here to learn how to review companies to meet with, select appointments, and approve appointment requests. A consolidated cheat sheet can be found here.
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Click here to open an informational PDF describing how to prepare for your appointments at Go West Summit, "Your Appointment Schedule is Finalized...Now What?"​​
Go West Summit Week
Go West Summit kicks off with Education Day on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026, with expert panels, speakers and forums on various travel/ tourism topics and trends in the industry.
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This day also includes lunch, state caucuses, a How to Summit class for first-time attendees, and a site tour of nearby hotels and attractions for buyers and journalists.
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The day concludes with the evening Welcome Reception, open to all Go West Summit attendees.
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The heart and soul of Go West Summit is the two-day Marketplace (Thursday, April 2nd through Friday, April 3rd). Suppliers will use their appointment schedule to visit buyers, media, and tech & marketing providers at their tables for 12-minute meetings. There are a total of 73 appointment slots over the two-day Marketplace.
Not able to schedule an appointment with someone? Use our hour-long Speed Appointment Session on Friday afternoon to meet buyers, journalists and TMPs at their tables for one hour of unscheduled 5-minute appointments.
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All attendees are invited to the Friday evening Closing Reception to celebrate the conclusion of Marketplace, enjoy the company of new friends, and toast to another successful Summit.
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Don't head home too quickly! On Saturday, April 4th, Destination Day offers attendees the opportunity to explore Las Vegas by offering discounted tickets or free admission to some truly incredible experiences.
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For additional information about Go West Summit week, visit our Timeline and Agenda page.
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After Go West
Partnerships take time, and follow-up is key to maintaining long-term relationships. Go West Summit makes it easy to download delegate contact information so you can continue to connect and grow your business after Go West Summit concludes. Downloads are available on appointment-taking attendee landing pages once appointment selection opens. Remember to also download the Digital Resource Manual of company profiles and contact information to aid in your follow-up.​