Across the globe, SITE chapters are building connection and community through dynamic, locally driven programming.
At the heart of each chapter's annual calendar are signature events — hallmark gatherings that reflect the chapter’s unique culture and deliver standout opportunities for learning, networking, and celebrations.
Here, several chapters share the story behind their signature events: what they are, how they came to be, and their advice for others looking to build impactful experiences.
SITE Australia & New Zealand: Incentivise Live
Q: How would you describe this event to someone who has never attended?
A: Incentivise Live is a full-day forward-thinking, high-energy event that brings our incentive travel community together through fresh perspectives, bold ideas, and meaningful conversations. It’s where connection meets content, and where ideas spark action.
Q: What makes this event successful or special for your chapter?
A: It’s a true community-builder. The program is carefully curated to ensure relevance across the full spectrum of attendees, from buyers to suppliers to corporate end-users, creating a space where every voice is heard and valued.
Q: How can members attend on August 12?
A: Visit incentiviselive.com.au to learn more and secure your spot.
SITE Northern California: SITE for the Senses
Q: How would you describe these events to someone who has never attended?
A: SITE for the Senses seamlessly unites the local community with our valued event partner and SITE Northern California, creating a powerful platform for connection, collaboration, and regional celebration.
Q: What is one piece of advice you would share with another chapter looking to start their own signature event?
A: We aim for each event to consistently reflect three things: intentional design, meaningful engagement, and a strong sense of place. The WOW we strive for is a lasting emotional connection — something attendees will talk about long after the event ends.
Q: How can members attend your next Senses event?
A: Click here to learn more and register.
SITE Minnesota: SITE Minnesota Education Day
Q: How would you describe this event to someone who has never attended?
A: Education Day is a content-rich, high-energy event that brings together industry professionals for meaningful networking and impactful learning. Each year features a timely theme. This year, we're spotlighting wellness through a mix of keynote speakers, interactive breakouts, and personal growth opportunities. This event sells out each year and is a cannot miss for both suppliers and buyers.
Q: What makes this event successful or special for your chapter?
A: Its success lies in the ability to curate thought-provoking content and create space for real connection. We also strive for an equal 1:1 ratio of supplier and buyers, creating a perfect mix for casual business focused networking.
Q: How can I join SITE Minnesota on July 22 for this year’s event?
A: Registration is currently open, and we’re already 70 percent full. If you're interested in learning more about wellness, mental health, and corporate well-being, join us in Minneapolis at The Lofton Hotel by registering here.
SITE Texas: From Space to Shoreline
Q: How would you describe this event to someone who has never attended?
A: From Space to Shoreline is an immersive, multi-day experience that brings together hosted buyers, sponsors, and industry peers to explore Texas’ dynamic incentive destinations from the innovation of Houston’s Space Center to the charm of Galveston’s shoreline. It’s designed to inspire connection, creativity, and future business.
Q: What makes this event successful or special for your chapter?
A: From Space to Shoreline is successful because it blends education, destination immersion, and strategic networking into one cohesive journey. By moving attendees from the awe-inspiring Space Center Houston to the laid-back elegance of Galveston’s shoreline, we showcase the diversity of Texas as a meetings and incentive destination.
Q: How can members join the event, taking place July 16-18?
A: Learn more about this event and other SITE Texas events here.
SITE Chicago: SITE Chicago Grand Slam
Q: In one or two sentences, how would you describe this event to someone who has never attended?
A: Grand Slam is a hosted buyer event that takes place at the Wrigley Rooftops during a Chicago Cubs baseball game. It’s our premier summer networking event that brings suppliers and planners together in an iconic setting for a quintessential summer afternoon in Chicago.
Q: What makes this event successful or special for your chapter?
A: This event came to life through the imaginations and brainstorming of our Young Leaders committee several years ago. When in-person events began to return after the pandemic, the chapter chose to try it out as a summer networking event in 2022 for about 75 people. The response was overwhelming and every year since we have increased the number of tickets available and have subsequently sold out each year.
The positive feedback and word of mouth exceeded our wildest dreams and has led to a full venue buyout, where we will host over 200 industry colleagues in 2025.
Q: How can members join this year’s event on August 1?
A: Learn more about the event and how to attend as a sponsor or hosted buyer here.
SITE Southeast USA: Incentive Leadership Exchange
Q: In one or two sentences, how would you describe this event to someone who has never attended?
A: ILE is an immersive, three-day experience bringing together top-tier incentive buyers, industry leaders, and destination partners for curated business exchanges, site experiences, and peer-led education, all in a luxurious and inspiring setting.
Q: What makes this event successful or special for your chapter?
A: ILE blends strategic networking with genuine relationship-building in a way that reflects SITE’s values: business with heart. Purposefully sized and intentionally designed it not only fosters meaningful connections but also puts a strong spotlight on the host destination, allowing attendees to fully experience its incentive potential through curated programming and local partnerships.
Q: How can members join this year’s event, running August 17-20?
A: Learn more and register for ILE here.
