• Check Your Spelling - When editing your account/listings be sure to spell your city correctly and please do not use caps.  If there are errors your listing will not be pulled into your city page correctly. And if you don’t yet have a City Page, reach out to Jordan and she can help you get one set up. 
  • Grants & Loans - Check out what's currently available from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Humanities Kansas and the Creative Arts Industries Commission.
  • IKE Project - The Kansas Department of Transportation is hosting eight public Local Consult meetings this fall as part of the Eisenhower Legacy Transportation Program (IKE) project selection process. All Kansans are invited to participate. Click here for more information.
  • We can't wait to see you at the Kansas Tourism Conference in October! Register here.
  • Did you miss a previous Travel Talk?  No worries....click here. 
  • For more resources check out our Industry page. 
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Webinars
Funding Recovery & Beyond: What's Still Available
Date:  Tuesday, September 14
Time:  11AM CST
 
Billions of dollars in local, state and federal funding are still available to eligible travel entities. The U.S. Travel team will provide a simple, easy-to-understand breakdown of what funding is still out there, who is eligible and how the funds can be used for recovery and beyond. You will also hear from other organizations that are using funds not just for recovery, but also for initiatives related to sustainability, diversity, workforce development and more—all driving a strong comeback for our industry. 
Register Here
 
Creating Conscious Inclusion in Travel Marketing
Date:  Tuesday, September 14
Time:  12PM CST
 
Travel brands are uniquely positioned to open the world to more people, including travelers of different gender identities, ages, abilities, ethnicities, religions, and sexual orientations. Hear how brands are developing inclusive marketing strategies and campaigns to help bring the world within reach for everyone. They'll share what they've learned along the way, plus best practices on how to approach inclusivity with authenticity to ensure diverse travelers feel welcome. 
Register Here
 
Group Tour Tactics for Our New Reality
Date:  Thursday, September 16
Time:  10AM CST
 
Our industry has changed drastically in the last year and Sally Davis Berry will share some insights and strategies for finding success. This free webinar is perfect for suppliers who work with tour operators and have less than 5 years of experience, or anyone who wants to gain some new insights into the Group Tour world in 2021 and beyond.
Register Here