The venue community came together for the first-ever How-To Rendezvous (HTR) in 2023, hosted at the beautiful Meadows at Mossy Creek in Georgia. This inaugural event laid the foundation for what would become a powerful movement in the venue industry.
Setting the Stage
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The Meadows at Mossy Creek provided the perfect backdrop for venue owners to connect and learn. More than just a meeting space, it offered attendees a chance to experience firsthand how a well-run venue operates.
Industry Leaders Share Their Vision
Kristin Binford brought her extensive venue expertise to the stage, sharing actionable strategies for better client communication and booking success. Her insights into the psychology of couple communication gave venues new tools for building stronger client relationships.
Jonathan Aymin, owner of Venue RX, shared hard-won wisdom from his experience in venue operations and risk management. His practical approach to venue protection resonated with owners looking to safeguard their businesses while maintaining their unique character.
A Community Takes Shape
Between sessions, venue owners discovered they weren’t alone in their challenges. Conversations over coffee turned into brainstorming sessions. Competition gave way to collaboration. What started as an event was becoming a movement.
The Start of Something Bigger
HTR 2023 proved that venue owners needed more than just another conference – they needed a community. This first gathering set the stage for future events, showing that when venues come together, everyone wins.
Little did we know this intimate Georgia gathering would grow into the nationwide venue movement we see today.
