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Organization Partnerships
Organization Partnerships
Organization partnerships are designed for entities with tourism, economic development, or destination responsibilities that want to actively engage with the South Central Tennessee Tourism Association. These partnerships provide access to DMO-style tools and support, including community audits, blog and content submissions, coordination on media tours, and collaborative marketing and development efforts.
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Organization partnerships are ideal for chambers of commerce, Main Street programs, merchant organizations, governmental organizations, associations, economic and community development organizations, industrial development organizations, retail development organizations, guilds, and other trade or hospitality support organizations working to strengthen their communities through tourism.
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Benefits of the partnership:
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Enhanced Partner Page on ExperienceTN.com
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Hero Image
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Logo, Description
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Website Link
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Social Media Links
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Photo Gallery (6 Photos)
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Hours Listing
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Booking
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Domain Package Available ​​​
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Listed as “Featured Place” on ExperienceTN.com​
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Quarterly Networking Events
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Quarterly Tourism-Ready Workshops
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Monthly Blog Submissions*
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Assist with Government Relations & Policy Development
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Consulting on Industry Relations
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Collaboration on Grant Opportunities
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Collaboration on Media Opportunities
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Discount Ad Buys ​and Co-Op Advertising Opportunities
Vendor Partnerships
SCTTA Vendor Partnerships
We work with a select group of trusted vendors and agencies in the marketing and promotional space who understand the unique needs of destinations and tourism organizations. We’ve seen firsthand the impact the right partners can have on local DMOs and regional initiatives.
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Our vendor partnerships are exactly that—true partnerships. We collaborate only with agencies and vendors that consistently move the needle for our partners, think beyond one-off tactics, and are focused on the bigger picture. These partners are committed to working directly with our DMOs and regional partners to develop strong, strategic, and results-driven programs.
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Benefits of the partnership:
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​Listed & Linked Under "Preferred Vendors" on SCTTA.org​​​
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Preferred Vendors Link on each Tourism Ready Industry Newsletter
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Quarterly Blog Submission on SCTTA.org
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Eligible to Collaborate on Regional Marketing & COOP Programs
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Invites to Quarterly Networking Events
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Invite to annual SCTTA Con
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Invite to Experience Awards
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All Vendor Partners are vetted and must be approved
Friends of the South Central tennessee Tourism Association
Friends of SCTTA Partnerships
Friends of the South Central Tennessee Tourism Association partnership program is a collaboration with the Tennessee Tourism Investment Project and individuals who are industry advocates and ambassadors. The program is designed for individuals, industry professionals, and supporters who believe in community development through tourism and hospitality. This partnership offers a meaningful way to stay connected to the industry, learn about volunteer opportunities, and support the work of SCTTA at both the local and statewide levels.
Friends of SCTTA help strengthen tourism as an economic driver by supporting advocacy efforts, industry initiatives, and programs that benefit communities across South Central Tennessee.
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Benefits of the partnership:
- Partnership donations are made through TENNTIP 501(c)(3)
- Invites to Quarterly Networking Events
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Invite to annual SCTTA Con
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Invite to Experience Awards
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Volunteer & Ambassador Opportunities
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Lobbying Efforts​
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Community Promotion
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Content Development
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TENNTIP Community
Partnership Fund
TENNTIP Community Partnership Fund
The Tennessee Tourism Community Partnership Fund is a collaborative initiative between the South Central Tennessee Tourism Association and the Tennessee Tourism Investment Project. This fund is designed to maximize the positive impact of tourism and hospitality on local communities—not only through economic growth, but also through long-term community development and livability.
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The fund supports three core initiatives:
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Local business scholarships for SCTTA association partnerships
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Industry education and preparedness through the Tourism Ready initiative
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Community development and livability efforts through SCTTA’s "Move to Tennessee" program
This partnership provides an accessible way for banks, credit unions, real estate professionals, public utilities, service industry providers, and other community-focused organizations to invest in the success and sustainability of tourism-driven communities.
Contributions to this fund are tax-deductible donations made to the Tennessee Tourism Investment Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All funds directly support the three initiatives outlined above. In addition, partners receive recognition through select print and digital media as part of the Move to Tennessee initiative.
Explore the details below to learn how your support helps strengthen communities across South Central Tennessee.
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Benefits of the Partnership:
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A welcome letter to all Community Partner Fund Grant recipients outlining your organization's support making the grant possible as well as your commitment to the community.
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Invites to Quarterly Networking Events
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Invites to Quarterly Tourism-Ready Workshops
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Invite to annual SCTTA Con
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Invite to Experience Awards
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Listed under the supporting partners tab SCTTA.org
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Listed under the supporting partners tab on MoveToTennessee.org
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Listed & Linked on Community Page on MoveToTennessee.org
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Ad in the Digital Move To Tennessee Guide (updated throughout the year)
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Ad in Annual Move to Tennessee Printed Guide