Music City Meetings Testimonials

TRADE/TECHNICAL

"AMCP 2026 in Nashville was one of the most seamless and successful meetings we have executed. From our partnership with the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp to the exceptional teams at the Music City Center and our host hotels, the experience was outstanding for our staff, attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors. Highlights included welcoming greeters at all entrances, room sets completed ahead of schedule, well-prepared catering, seamless digital offerings and Wi-Fi, and a vibrant, accessible city experience for all stakeholders. Based on the success of the meeting, we immediately signed a future-year contract. Looking forward to our continued partnership! "

-Beth O’Brien, CMP, DES Vice President of Meetings and Conventions
Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy
April 2026 – Music City Center
 

"There are client/vendor relationships which work, but then there are true partnerships where everyone is equally committed to the success of the same goal. The collaboration between the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp and ABA resulted in our largest-ever operator attendance and one of the highest overall satisfaction scores over the past 30 years. This was all accomplished during a historic ice and snow event during which the city, the CVC, the hotel partners, and Music City Center staff worked together so our delegates could continue to do business, engage in education sessions, build their network, and have a lot of fun! We are so grateful that the Nashville CVC is more than a member of our association. They are valued partners. We look forward to working together again."

-Vicki Osman, Vice President, Meetings, Events & Education
American Bus Association
January 2024 - Music City Center
 

"The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) 2024 Airport Business Conference meeting in Nashville was amazing. The city’s cultural diversity, rich history, and authentic and welcoming atmosphere proved to be a major draw for the AMAC attendees, as the group experienced record-breaking attendance numbers. From the beginning of the planning stages, working with the local host committee led by the Nashville International Airport, to the support of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp team, the beautiful Music City Center, and top-notch hotels, Music City’s stellar performance helped AMAC produce a successful experience for the attendees!"

-Qualena Odom-Royes, CSEP, CMP, CDMP, President
EventEssentials, LLC | The Airport Minority Advisory Council 
August 2024 - Music City Center
 

Education

"A heartfelt thank you to the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp, Music City Center, and our outstanding hotel partners for the incredible partnership and support that helped make our 2026 Annual Conference an overwhelming success. Together, we welcomed a record number of attendees, making this the largest Annual Conference in our association's history. From the warm hospitality and exceptional venues to the seamless collaboration behind the scenes, Nashville proved to be an extraordinary host city. While this may have been our first Annual Conference in Nashville, it certainly won't be our last. We can't wait to return to Music City in the future."

- Meredith McMillan, CMP | Director of Meetings and Events
National Association of College and University Attorneys
June 2026 - Music City Center

"Nashville was a great city for our annual conference – we had record-breaking attendance.  Held at Gaylord Opryland, our event gave attendees a truly magical experience. We had some off-site events that were engaging and gave our registrants an opportunity to see even more of what Nashville has to offer.  We are excited to bring our conference back to Music City Center in 2030!"

-Glenda K. Paxton, CMP, Senior Director, Strategic Events
Association for Career and Technical Education® (ACTE®)
December 2025 – Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center
 

"UNITED: The National Conference on School Leadership concluded a highly successful conference in Nashville, and we couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. The vibrant city of Nashville provided the perfect backdrop for our conference, offering a unique blend of culture, hospitality, and entertainment that our attendees thoroughly enjoyed. The feedback from attendees has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing their appreciation for the city’s charm and local attractions, which made it a memorable conference experience. The local support made the planning and execution seamless and stress-free. We are already looking forward to returning to Nashville in the near future."

-Deborah Young, CMP, CEM, Assistant Executive Director
Conferences & Exhibits National Association of Elementary School Principals
July 2024 - Music City Center
 

SPORTS/HOBBY

"The Southeastern Conference (SEC) Men’s Basketball Tournament has held our annual Men’s Basketball Tournament in Nashville for many years due to the great hospitality shown by everyone in Nashville, especially the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp! The team at the Nashville CVC rolls out the red carpet for us every year. Their team has made every one of our participants in the tournament feel welcome with true hospitality, from helping with dinner reservations to securing hotel rooms. The convention services team has made my job as an event organizer extremely easy by making connections with the appropriate people throughout town and being our eyes on the ground. The Nashville CVC is a true turnkey operation, but more importantly it is truly an enjoyable experience to work with the Nashville CVC every year!"

-Kory Dahlen, Director of Championships
The Southeastern Conference (SEC)
March 2026 – Bridgestone Arena
 

"Nashville is the perfect home for the One Up National Championship. Each year our customers return excited to experience everything the city offers — great food, family-friendly attractions, and lively entertainment that complement the event perfectly. It’s always a highlight to hear how much fun attendees had, and Nashville plays a huge role in creating those lasting memories for the whole family."

-Michael Bolden, Manager, Event Procurement, Southeast Region
One Up National Championship
March 2026 – Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center 
 

"Safari Club International’s 2026 show was the most successful convention in the company’s history! This is in no small part due to the amazing partnership with the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corp. The support and guidance we are given is curated and cultivated to our company’s wants and needs. From the simplest entertainment ideas to the large-scale accommodations our convention requires, we always feel informed and supported with innovative ideas and open communication. The Southern hospitality is palpable, the city of Nashville is electric, and our partners at the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corp make the choice to stay in this city for years to come simple… SCI chooses Music City!"

-Raymie Grimm, Director of International Events and Convention
Safari Club International 
February 2026 - Music City Center