The travel industry has been especially hard-hit this year with the rising cost of gas, consolidation in the airline industry and deterioration of the financial markets both domestically and abroad. The limited discretionary funds that will be used for travel are going to be used much more wisely and the consumer is going to rely heavily on the Internet to find the best destination and the best rates.

Come join your Arizona destination-marketing colleagues and interactive marketing experts in an idea exchange and workshop to discuss the most recent findings and data from leading research organizations about what influences online destination selection. This event will provide best practice examples of the tactics and strategies for leveraging social computing and other interactive marketing techniques to reach and engage those online travel customers during these tough economic times. Connect with your peers and participate in our discussions on how to use interactive marketing and social computing to advance common business goals.

The latest industry research will be presented and a panel will discuss how social media and interactive marketing impact the decisions they make regarding marketing strategies and tactics. We hope you can join us.

About Elixir Interactive
Elixir Interactive is a digital marketing agency that helps companies connect with their customers and build trust through search and social media.

About St. Mary's Food Bank
St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance, the world's first food bank, is a non-sectarian, nonprofit organization that alleviates hunger by efficiently gathering and distributing food to sites that serve the hungry. Serving 13 of Arizona's 15 counties, the organization is committed to volunteerism, building community relationships and improving the quality of life for Arizonans in need.

For more information about this event please contact:
Sean Warren
602-494-6326
sean@elixirinteractive.com