NEW YORK, NY--(MARKET WIRE)--Sep 9, 2008 -- Leading event and destination management company TBA Global has expanded its highly awarded Destination Management team with the appointment of industry veteran David Kahn as Executive Vice President of Destination Management Sales. Kahn brings over 30 years of experience in the event and hospitality industry where he executed national programs for Fortune 500 companies. In his new role at TBA Global, Kahn will lead sales and business development for TBA's 18 offices covering 22 North American destination markets. Kahn had previously worked for PGI for 7 years, prior to their acquisition by TBA Global. Afterwards, he founded a Denver-based communications agency that provided consultation, development and planning services to hospitality and event marketing companies.

"I returned to TBA Global because I believe a national DMC footprint is the future of this industry," said Kahn. "It is absolutely essential for our clients, especially in these challenging economic times. With destination management offices covering 22 locations in North America and Europe, TBA Global is well-positioned to be a turn-key partner, providing local resources and expertise to create exciting and effective brand events."

Throughout his career, Kahn cultivated strong relationships with clients such as The Coca-Cola Company, IBM and Ford Motor Company. He also held strategic sales and marketing positions with Ritz Carlton Hotels and Hyatt Hotels and Resorts. While at Ritz Carlton, his team was responsible for winning the coveted Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.

"David and I have worked together for over 20 years and we share the same vision and commitment to customer service," said Kathy "KP" Papadimitriou, EVP, Destination Management at TBA Global. "David has made a career of putting clients first and innovating the customer experience, and we are thrilled he is back on our team and working with me to continue to build our rapidly growing business."

About TBA GLOBAL

Founded in 1994, TBA Global (www.tbaglobal.com) is a privately-held agency that creates connective marketing and communications programs for high-profile corporations, non-profit organizations, and associations worldwide. TBA Global's award-winning teams create, produce and execute unique and compelling programs that grow clients' business by creating, connecting, and optimizing their marketing and communications investments to influence key internal and external audiences. TBA Global is ranked in the top 100 U.S. marketing organizations and among the Top 50 Sales Promotion Agencies by Advertising Age magazine (May 5, 2008). TBA Global has 17 offices in North America and an affiliate office in London, U.K.

TBA Global's Destination Management Services

TBA Global's award-winning Destination Management connects audiences and brands throughout North America & Europe including Arizona, Banff, Chicago, Detroit, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, Miami/South FL, Nashville, New Orleans, New York, Orlando/Central FL, Palm Springs, San Diego/Southern California, San Francisco/Northern California, Vancouver, Washington D.C. and Whistler. TBA Global is the recipient of multiple SITE Awards, and is designated a "Top 25 DMC" according to Special Events Magazine.

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