Going On Faith Conference 2024
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The nation’s leading organization for Faith Based Program Directors.
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Branson, MO : August 6-8, 2024
GOF 2024 OFFICIAL HOTEL
Hilton Branson Convention Center
200 E. Main St., Branson, MO 65616
PH: 417-336-5400
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Conference Benefits
Meet New Group Travel Planners.
Network with Your Peers.
Speakers with Cutting Edge Topics.
Sales Sessions for Your Destination Partners.
Going On Faith Conference (GOF) is an association of 3,000+ religious group travel planners. Travel Industry of America (TIA) reports that religious groups travels twice as often, on group package tours, than the population as a whole, and the GOF Conference is the 1st Choice these Religious Travel Planners and the Travel Industry. Attend our annual GOF Conference to increase travel skills and reach the travel groups from this vast and welcoming audience.
Conference Schedule
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Registration
Welcome to Going On Faith, meet the Red Coat Staff that will take care of you for the next three days. Learn of innovations to help your organization and career grow.
All Time Favorite - Ice Cream Social
Know Your Sponsors
5:00 PM Opening Ceremonies
Official Evening Event & Dinner
Prepare yourself for a special evening of fellowship, networking, food & entertainment. This night is guaranteed to be an outstanding and memorable experience.
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Breakfast
Start your day with friends and new destination knowledge built around the religious tour market.
Travel Safety Seminars
Destination Presentation
Marketplace I
Faith Based Travel Planners and industry delegates meet for one-on-one discussions for business opportunities and computer generated appointments.
Official Luncheon
Learn about a new destination to bring your church group to experience.
Coaches Load & Depart for Sightseeing Tours
Official Dinner
Thursday, August 8, 2024
8:00 AM Breakfast
Start your day with friends and new destination knowledge.
Going on Faith Magazine Focus on Faith Travel
Destination Spotlight
Marketplace II
Faith Based Travel Planners and industry delegate meet for one-on-one discussions for potential business opportunities and computer generated appointments.
12:30 PM Closing Luncheon by 2025
The 2025 host city will show you what's in store for us next year at the Going On Faith Conference.
Airport Shuttles Depart Conference for Airport
Important note: The start and ending times of the Conference Schedule are fixed times and travel plans may be made accordingly. The above listing of individual events are subject to change. Official delegates will receive their final schedule 2 weeks prior to the Conference. If there is a specific question regarding scheduling, please reach out to Ben at 800-628-0993 for assistance.
SCHEDULE REVISED: 08/24/2023
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FAQ HELP CENTER
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IMORTANT 2024 DATES >
IMPORTANT 2024 DATES >
NOW — Travel Industry Make Hotel Reservations.
NOW — Meeting Planners Make Hotel Reservations through GOF Office.
July 12 — Request Email Link for Profile Details
July 18 — Last Link for Profiles Live and Ready to Complete
July 18 — Appointment Selection Begins
July 21 — Travel Information to GOF office
July 25 — Appointment Selection Ends
July 25 — Registration after this date can limit appointment opportunities. Call our TEAM MEMBER at 800-628-0993 for details how best serve last minute registrants.
CONFERENCE HOTEL >
CONFERENCE HOTEL >
Hilton Branson Convention Center, PH: 417-336-5400
200 E. Main St., Branson, MO 65616
Travel Planner — Room and tax included in registration fee for August 6 & 7 ONLY. Incidentals are not included. A valid credit card and id will be requested upon check in. Reserve room nights thru the GOF office ONLY, including pre or post nights to receive your meeting planner rate by contacting our Team at 800-628-0993. Call with any questions.
Travel Industry — Hotel room reservations, taxes and incidental charges are your responsibility. In order to secure the Industry Rate per night contact the Conference Hotel BY JULY 21, 2024 and reference the Going On Faith Conference for your discounted rate.
AIRPORT & SHUTTLES >
AIRPORT & SHUTTLES >
Springfield Branson National Airport (SGF)
Shuttle service will be provided to Conference Hotel — August 6 at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, Travel time from Airport to Conference Hotel is approximately 54 minutes. Please allow time when planning air reservations for flight, baggage pickup and transit to the hotel.
Return shuttle service to the Airport — August 8 departs at 2:00 PM. To ensure proper transportation, baggage check in and of course TSA, please make departing flights for after 4:30 PM.
Alternative Transportation Services — All major rental car agencies service the Airport areas. Car ride sharing is also available however we recommend pre booking to ensure the best option and price. If you need help in choosing alternative transportation, please Contact our Team at 800-628-0993.
MARKETPLACE >
MARKETPLACE >
Travel Planners and Travel Industry delegates meet for one-on-one discussions for potential business opportunities and appointment generated marketplace. Network with travel planners and travel industry from around the country that can increase your knowledge and business.
For ease, the Travel Planner is seated in a booth and the Travel Industry will move between appointments. Appointments will be at 6-minute intervals.
INCLUDES >
INCLUDES >
EVERYONE ENJOYS>
RECEPTION & ENTERTAINMENT — Start the Going On Faith Conference (GOF) off with great food & entertainment from our HOST
MARKETPLACE SESSIONS — Business starts here. Delegates come together to begin or enhance business relationships.
DINING EVENTS — Meal functions bring together all guests of the Going On Faith Conference to meet new friends and develop relationships. ALL Conference delegates are welcome, there are no Travel Planner only events at GOF.
SHUTTLE SERVICES
TRAVEL INDUSTRY INCLUDES>
MARKETING — Digital Delegate Registry to follow up with all attendees.
TRAVEL PLANNER INCLUDES>
HOTEL — Room and taxes for August 6 and 7 are included.
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Conference Details
New Delegate Orientation
We have all been there. The new person in the room. The first timer. The great thing about our Conference is the friendly, open welcome that all delegates give to one another. Travel Industry and Travel Planner alike all want the Group Travel Industry to succeed and...
Guide to a Perfect Appointment
Bags are packed and you are ready to hit the road of discovery. At the Conference you will be meeting with the best of the best in the group travel industry. After you have submitted your appointment request, we take all requests from all delegates and complete your...
Profiles: An Important PreCon Prep
It seems like just another part of your check list for Conference attendance, but completing your Profile is much more than that. For the Travel Planner your profile gives important details about not only the demographics of your followers (group size, age, number of...
Handouts, Swag & Merch.
The standard question for the travel industry: What can I handout? The answer simple … and not so simple. For the Travel Industry and the Marketplace Floor: One 8 ½ x 11 printed sheet that the planner can place in their portfolio. For Sponsors with Booths in...
Dress for Success
You never get a second chance to make a first impression. ~ Saying by Will Rogers and many others! There are three things to consider when dressing for success at the Conference. Your Feet, your feet, your feet! The number one rule at the Conference is that it is hard...
Legal Details
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS. Group Travel Family Conference is committed to providing all of our delegates with exceptional and vetted Conference experience. Space is limited and standards of conference appointment scheduling happens weeks prior to the Conference...
Conference Sponsorships
Going On Faith Conference is now taking limited sponsorship requests. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity. What Industry Leaders are saying about Going On Faith Conference:
“It is the best way to reinforce all the hard work we do in our one-on-one with travel planners. I have been charged to increase our sales and can meet that goal with just this one Conference. Going On Faith staff does a great job helping us create the right impression.” Jacqueline Grena- Greater Zion Convention & Tourism Office
Sponsorships are available for all budget price points – and can be tailored to meet your needs. Starting at $1,500 to $15,000! Reinforce your destination while at the conference by with stepping stones, branding marketplace with your logo, mobile ap ads and sponsorship and even do a full court press with marketplace booths or meal functions sponsorship including speaking time.
Sponsorships can extend beyond the Conference. Engage the meeting planners with pre / post emails or social media posts.
Contact Jennifer 800-628-0993 today!
