Pura Vida! Discover the uniquely different green coast of Coast Rica! Incentive Conference Experience (ICE). Steptember 15-18, 2024. Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort Costa Rica. SITE Southeast, SITE Central America

Pre-GMID Chapter Reception

May 5, 2026 4:00 – 6:00 pm
LG Studio Kitchen
Charlotte Marriott City Center in uptown

The SITE Southeast Spotlight is coming to Charlotte!

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After some schedule updates, GMID is on! Celebrate with SITE Southeast the night before the official event in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, May 5 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. We will enjoy a special chef demonstration and tasting at the LG Studio Kitchen at the Charlotte Marriott City Center in uptown.

Registration is now open and spots are limited, so grab yours now!

Why Attend?

Learn more about SITE Southeast and its commitment to promoting excellence in incentive travel
Spread the word about SITE Southeast to your local planner friends and colleagues
Network with fellow hospitality professionals from the region

Regarding GMID…

If you’d like to continue the GMID celebration, stay overnight at the Embassy Suites and join MPI Carolinas for lunch and afternoon education on Wednesday, May 6.

GMID & Room Block Info

Global Meetings Industry Day. 6 May 2026. #GMID2026. Powered by Events Industry Council

MPI-CC is sponsoring this year’s Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) celebration in Charlotte/Concord!

GMID is an international day of advocacy highlighting the proven value that business meetings, conferences, and conventions bring to our community. We’re gathering to celebrate the “power of the podium” and the impact of face-to-face connection.

GMID Location: Embassy Suites Charlotte/Concord
Date / Time: May 6, 2026 Noon – 6:30 PM