1.7 million jobs, $263 billion in spending, and $106 billion to the GDP. The numbers say it all--events have a significant impact on our economy, and its growth. According to The Economic Significance of Meetings to the U.S. Economy study, released by the Convention Industry Council February 2011, the meeting industry directly contributes to, and supports, jobs, spending, the GDP, labor revenue, and federal, state & local tax revenues.

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