Convention Services

The Convention Services Department is committed to making your job easier and your conference a success by providing full-service planning assistance. We will assist you with every aspect of conference planning and will remain at your service through all phases of your event.  The services outlined on this page, unless otherwise indicated, are FREE to groups utilizing a minimum of 50 sleeping rooms on a given night during your stay. The referral services are designed to put you in touch with suppliers and services unique to your group’s needs.  Choose La Crosse on the Mississippi because great events happen on the water!
On-Site Services

  • Visitor Information
  • Informational Greeter(s)*
  • Supply Registration Name Badges*
  • On-Site Name Badge Printer*
  • Registration Assistance*
  • Registration Bags/Folders*

 
Development and Planning:

  • ­­Arrange Online Housing Bureau Using Passkey®
  • Attend Your Planning Sessions/Meetings
  • Coordinate Shuttle/Bussing Arrangements*
  • Provide Local Tour Planning and Confirmations
  • Provide Personalized Area/Hotel Maps
  • Coordinate Spouse/Guest Programs
  • Arrange Children’s Programs/Activities
  • Arrange Professional Tour Guides*
  • Liaison with Public Officials
  • Arrange Sightseeing/Walking Tours
  • Assist With Theme Parties/Banquets
  • Post-Convention Follow-Up

 
Referral Services

  • Speakers: Keynote and Breakout
  • Full Color Promotional Material
  • Banners/Signs/Flyers
  • Catering
  • Entertainment
  • Equipment Rental
  • Florists
  • Interpreters
  • Sports Events/Golf Outings

 
 Marketing Assistance:

  • Explore La Crosse Website Promotion
  • La Crosse Area Visitor Guide
  • Letters of Welcome
  • Media Releases
  • Radio Shows

*Hourly Wages or Service Fees may apply. Contact the Sales & Services Manager for further information.
morgan@explorelacrosse.com or 608.782.2286