About SITE
Learn a little about our history !
Learn a little about our history !
Learn a little about our history !
1973 - 2021 - Celebrating 48 years forward!
Founded in 1973, Site - the Society of Incentive and Travel Excellence is the only international, not-for-profit, professional association devoted to the pursuit of excellence in incentives, a multi-billion dollar global industry.
SITE Germany was founded on Saturday, 12th May 1990 at the H
1973 - 2021 - Celebrating 48 years forward!
Founded in 1973, Site - the Society of Incentive and Travel Excellence is the only international, not-for-profit, professional association devoted to the pursuit of excellence in incentives, a multi-billion dollar global industry.
SITE Germany was founded on Saturday, 12th May 1990 at the Hotel Kempinski Vierjahreszeiten in Munich.
The gala dinner was proceeded by a "Destination Dimensions Seminar" in the former Grand Hotel Continental organised by SITE Germany President-Elect, Günther Roeleff (R.I.P.) and headed up by SITE President, Michael J. Hurwitz (R.I.P.) and SITE CEO, Bob Vitagliano.
Around 30 participants attended including then future SITE President (1992), Patrick M. Delaney.
Chapter highlights over the past three decades included among others:
‘On SITE at Six’ networking events in Frankfurt am Main SITE ITB Get-Togethers since 1994 in Berlin,
SITE European Symposium 1994 in Munich,
Incentive Market Research Studies in 2000, 2010 and 2019
SITE EMEA Forum 2012 in Berlin,
SITE Education Days in Munich
SITE Member Receptions since 2004 at IMEX Frankfurt.
PAST-PRESIDENTS SITE Germany 1990 – 2019
Günther Roeloff (RIP)
Dr. Patrick Patridge
Oskar Hinteregger
Claudia Laux
Johanna Fischer
Heike Mahmoud, CMP
Linda Baumgartner
Marina Parra-Flechsig
Further information: www.siteglobal.com
Our Core Purpose and mission
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Site provides international conferences, educational seminars, networking programmes and information services to those who design, develop, promote, sell, administer, and operate motivational programmes as an incentive to increase productivity in business. Currently Site has over 2,200 members in 90 countries, with 29 local and regiona
Site provides international conferences, educational seminars, networking programmes and information services to those who design, develop, promote, sell, administer, and operate motivational programmes as an incentive to increase productivity in business. Currently Site has over 2,200 members in 90 countries, with 29 local and regional chapters. Site members represent corporate executives, incentive companies, destination management companies, travel & event planners, official tourist organizations, marketing & public relations consultants, transportation companies, hotels and resorts, cruise lines, trade publications, and supporting organizations such as restaurants and visitor attractions
Mission Statement
The Society of Incentive & Travel Excellence (SITE) is a worldwide organization of business professionals dedicated to the recognition and development of motivational and performance improvement strategies of which travel is a key component. It recognizes global cultural differences and practices in developing these strategies, and serves as a prime networking and educational opportunity for its members.
Core Purpose
The Core Purpose of The Society of Incentive & Travel Excellence is to foster networking and professional development among individuals and business entities involved in the use of motivation, incentives, and travel rewards.
Definition of Incentive Travel Incentive travel is a global management tool that uses an exceptional travel experience to motivate and/or recognize participants for increased levels of performance in support of organizational goals.Site's strategic vision, promise and identity are built on three core brand pillars: Global Connections, Motivational Experiences and Business Results. These brand pillars are the focus of all Site communications and business planning. This fresh brand identity provides the framework for programmes and services that are valuable and meaningful to all Site members.
Further information: www.siteglobal.com