Partners in Planning
Successfully negotiating your hotel and meeting needs
Source
Armed with your criteria, we will source the best fitting properties for your event and compile the details into an easy to compare proposal.
Negotiate
Using our expertise, buying power and strong industry relationships, we will negotiate on your behalf to ensure you have the best possible offer from your preferred property.
Contract
We’ll contract the hotel or venue of your choice, carefully reviewing each clause to reduce your liabilities and provide flexibility.
The process is efficient, strategic and personalized!
What We Do
Strategic Site Selection conducts unbiased hotel and resort site searches, meticulously plans site inspection itineraries, and negotiates contracts on behalf of our clients. We do all this while creating strategic alliances with key industry leaders. The continued goal at Strategic Site Selection is to build a world class organization that is considered the best at what we do while creating a great experience for each one of our clients and partners. We believe our relationships have been key to our success and we take pride on providing a free service, a friendly team and continuously saving you time and money.
In addition, Sandbox Events, a branch of Strategic Site Selection, is our full-service event management agency. Sandbox Events offers a full suite of a la carte event services, for a fee. Our passion is in strategically designing and implementing live, virtual and hybrid events that deliver effective and meaningful messages and build strong and lasting relationships. Strategic Site Selection and Sandbox Events together can deliver end-to-end event solutions with tightly integrated teams.
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Talk to an SSS team member about your program needs and learn about our no charge service!
According to Our Clients
Working with Strategic Site Selection is nothing short of an absolute pleasure. As a department of one, finding the time to research venues, negotiate upfront and manage multiple projects is a challenge but with the expert assistance of Strategic Site Selection, the process is manageable. Strategic Site Selection is a one stop source for managing multiple events, contracts and navigating the negotiation process. I am forever impressed with their roster of contacts and knowledge of venues in multiple cities. They are a team of true professionals and experts in their field and it is an honour to call them partners.
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And just like that the year is almost over! And we couldn`t have asked for a more festive setting for our year end Key Account team meeting! The team took some time to connect at the idyllic @innonthetwenty where we were treated to their outstanding service and the charm of this gorgeous little property located in Jordan, ON in the heart of the Niagara wine country. And we can`t wait to share what we learned. A big thank you to our hosts @natashapeddie and @vintage_hotels. We can`t ask for a better #partnerinplanning
Tanya Faurot, Director of Global Accounts, was in Orlando for a whirlwind visit to some of the top hotels & resorts in the city. She saw a lot, ate a lot(!!!), and learnt a lot.
Have a read of Tanya’s key takeaway notes from her short but mighty trip:
1. Orlando has something for every type of group! Whether you are looking for classic luxury, an urban retreat, a boutique hidden gem, they really have it all (over 400+ hotels, are you kidding me?!). And with great airlift, competitive rates, tons of offsite restaurants & activities, and of course the beautiful weather, it should be atop your list when looking at US cities to hold your events in!
2. The people. My goodness, you have some amazing sales people Orlando! Everyone I met had a real passion for their property, and you could feel just how much they love where they work. There is something to be said about working with a Sales Manager that truly believes their hotel and their team can not only meet, but exceed your clients expectations. Their confidence is infectious and provides me the reassurance that they will deliver when it comes time to welcome our groups.
3. How do you stand out from the crowd? It’s all about the detail. I visited many hotels, but at the end of a busy day, when you walk out onto a terrace, see your logo on the floor, with decor to match the colour of the logo, and a margarita bar (because they knew you liked margaritas), THAT is what really makes you get the goosebumps. Totally next level on the site experience Signia & Waldorf Astoria !!
4. Alfond Inn is a hidden gem with a great story! A perfect choice for those looking for boutique luxury with a philanthropic mission, where all of the net operating income goes towards the scholarship program at Rollins College!
5. Conrad Orlando is about to bring it! Opening Dec 2023 and this one is going to be a stunner.
Please reach out to Tanya if you have any questions on Orlando! A very special shout out to the amazing team @VisitOrlando for helping put together a fantastic itinerary and to all the hotels who hosted her.
Happy Thanksgiving to our American friends and partners!
On this day of gratitude, we want to express our heartfelt thanks for the incredible connections and collaborations we`ve shared with each and every one of you. May your day be filled with warmth, laughter, and the joy of cherished moments with loved ones.
Wishing you a Thanksgiving that`s as wonderful as the people we`re grateful to know! #yourpartnerinplanning
Join us in welcoming our newest Key Account Manager, Shannon Cousineau to the team! Shannon joins us with over 15 years of experience in the Hospitality Industry. Past clients raved about Shannon`s attention to detail and timely management of events. Having worked in both an operational setting and office setting she has an ability to comprehend both the event experience from the front of house and back of house perspective. Shannon is truly passionate about the client experience and relations and likes to make sure no detail is missed in the planning process. Outside of the office Shannon enjoys spending time with her two children. She can often be found at a hockey rink enjoying a warm beverage. Welcome to the team Shannon! #yourpartnerinplanning
