At the base of the magnificent Rocky Mountains sits the Mile High City of Denver, Colorado. Exactly one mile above sea level, Denver boasts a walkable downtown with six major sports teams, more than 300 days of endless golden sunshine, and a “Wild West” history that dates back to the gold mining era. Enjoy the thrilling rapids of the South Platte River, experience community stewardship at every turn – from the management of craft breweries to the establishment of the biggest city park system in the country, and see just how easy “being green” in Denver truly is.
This year ATTA is proud to be collaborating with the Outside Festival to bring together adventure trade with outdoor travelers! We encourage you to plan on extending your stay in Denver to attend Outside Festival immediately following AdventureELEVATE North America. Stay tuned for more as this collaboration develops!
EVENT SNAPSHOT:
- Marketplace & MediaConnect Sessions
- Day of Adventure
- Plenary sessions and accelerator workshops
- Multiple networking opportunities
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Content focused on building your business or brand in North America
- Establishing connections with media, buyers, and suppliers from North America
- Cutting edge trends, motivational talks, and business solutions
- Exciting outdoor activities with the adventure travel community
AGENDA:
Wednesday, 28 May
Day of Adventure, Registration, Opening Reception
Thursday, 29 May
Opening Keynote, Educational Sessions, MediaConnect, Disruptive Networking Adventure (DNA) Happy Hour
Friday, 30 May
Educational Sessions & Networking, Marketplace, Closing Keynote & Reception
Saturday, 31 May
Come connect for even more growth and fun at the Outside Festival with the local consumers, manufacturers and retailers!
We can't wait to welcome our community to Denver!
New to AdventureELEVATE? Not sure what to expect? Watch this video to see highlights and hear what attendees, media, partners and more had to say about their AdventureELEVATE experiences.
What is AdventureELEVATE?
With a spotlight on education and networking, AdventureELEVATE is an annual three-day regional conference for media, outbound tour operators, and thought leaders in the adventure travel community.
Keynote speakers, workshops, and creative panel sessions feature relevant industry topics such as business and technology, marketing and operations, and travel trends shaping the future of adventure tourism.
In addition to dedicated networking events, delegates have the opportunity to experience the host destination firsthand through a day of adventure, featuring activities offered specifically to highlight the location and season.
"Not only have I had beneficial follow-up communications with several of the people I met, but I also continue to reflect on all that I learned. I especially appreciated listening to the array of diverse voices and perspectives, the open and honest sharing particularly when grappling with challenging questions and scenarios, and the overall supportive and encouraging environment."
– Ann Becker, Travel with Ann Experiential
“The ATTA is unlike any other. Our experience is a community where we can make connections, ask questions and get answers. It’s a community where people are able to grow their own personal learning and be good stewards of responsible adventure tourism.”
– Matt Aubin, Global Rescue
“In the same way that adventure means something different to everyone, AdventureElevate is no cookie-cutter style event – it’s implemented in a way that keeps you coming back for more. I couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to the ATTA community!”
– Tiffany Harrison, AAA Exclusive Vacations