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A Winning Partnership!
The working relationship between the trio of Greater Lansing athletic entities below
makes Michigan’s Capital City an ideal site for your event.
glsa
As the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) the GLSA works like part of your own staff, securing local
connections to help clear red tape.
LOCAL SPORTS CLUB
Custom to the group/bid. The Lansing Skating Club provides.....
FACILITY PARTNER
This would be custom to the partner and particular bid. East Lansing Soccer Complex offers....
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A Winning Partnership!
The working relationship between the trio of Greater Lansing athletic entities below
makes Michigan’s Capital City an ideal site for your event.
glsa
As the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) the GLSA works like part of your own staff, securing local
connections to help clear red tape.
CApital City Renegades
The Renegades are one of longest running clubs in the US. Committed to hosting a national level event.
FACILITY PARTNERs
Burchfield Park and Grand Woods Park are premier event facilities. Eager to host your event.
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Meet the GLSA Team
MEGHAN ZIEHMER,
STS, CTA
Executive Director
517-377-1425
mziehmer@lansing.org
TOM KINDER,
STS, CTA
Sports Development Manager
517-377-1428
tkinder@lansing.org
MIRANDA COLEMAN,
STS, CTA
Sports Services Manager
517-377-1431
mcoleman@lansing.org
aARON lOMAX
CTA
Sports Coordinator
517-377-1413
alomax@lansing.org
CTA
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At Your Service
CONSIDER THE GREATER LANSING SPORTS AUTHORITY AN EXTENSION OF YOUR STAFF, AS DEDICATED TO
THE SUCCESS OF YOUR EVENT AS YOU ARE —ALL PROVIDED AT NO COST!
How can it be FREE? Why do we do it? Because the more sporting events that choose Greater Lansing, the more money is spent in our
community and that feeds right into our organizational mission of promoting Michigan’s Capital region! Below is a list of all the pre-event planning
and on-site services provided by the GLSA that will make your event truly shine.
Program planning
- Local Organizing Committee Recruitment
- Event Management Counseling
- Facility Tours
- Venue Recommendations/ Negotiations
- Hotel Proposals
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Off-site Functions & Entertainment
Promotional materials
- Official printed Visitor Guide
- Mobile-Friendly Website
- Customized Maps and Directions
- Personalized banners and signs available
Media assistance
- Comprehensive media list available
- Staff media experts may assist with distribution of press releases for your event
- Social media communication assistance including posts to Facebook and Instagram regarding your event
STAFFING ASSISTANCE
- Uniformed staff serve as computer operators, badge makers and cashiers for reservation table and team check-in
- Uniformed staff also available to check in athletes, process on-site registration, and distribute registration materials
- Assembly of event packets
LOCAL REFERRALS
- Speakers
- Signage
- Transportation
- Photographers
- Audio/Visual needs
- Marketing
Customized web event page
- A custom web page on lansingsports.org may be created for your event with important times, dates, maps, contact info and visitor information about Greater Lansing
- After your event the GLSA will conduct a
comprehensive online participant survey and share the results with you at no cost
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Hope Sports Complex
Burchfield Park
Grand Woods Park
Breslin Student
Events Center
Jackson® Field™
Lansing Center
Why Should You Choose Greater Lansing for your Next Event?
CENTRAL LOCATION
Centrally located in the state of Michigan and in the heart of the Midwest. Located within a 90-minute drive of most major metropolitan areas in the state, teams, officials and spectators incur fewer travel expenses, which often leads to increased attendance.
WELL EQUIPPED FACILITIES
Area facilities include every kind of playing surface, from large multiple-field outdoor venues to state-of-the-art indoor arenas on the campus of Michigan State University.
CONVENIENT, AFFORDABLE LODGING
With over 4,500 hotel rooms to choose from, you'll find all types of affordable lodging to accommodate your group. Our hotel properties provide award-winning hospitality and service.
WORK WITH EXPERTS
Experience the benefit of having former coaches and tournament planners as an extension of your staff. The GLSA will help distribute your event profile and requirements to local venues, and respond directly to you with proposals and prices.
PLENTY OF THINGS TO DO!
You won the big game—Now what? Have some fun! With over 150+ things to see and do, Greater Lansing has plenty of attractions and activities to keep you occupied.
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BY TRAIN
Amtrak links the Lansing area with more than 20 Michigan cities and over 500 cities and towns nationwide.
For fares/schedules call
(800) USA-RAIL
Why Should You Choose
Greater Lansing for your Next Event?
CENTRAL LOCATION
Located within 90-minutes of 90% of the state’s population, attendees incur fewer travel expenses, which often leads to increased attendance. Our community is in the heart of the Midwest, making us a prime destination for regional and national events.
WELL EQUIPPED VENUES
Area venues include a variety of well appointed event space. From our large convention center in the heart of downtown Lansing, to outdoor space and unique venues at Michigan State University.
CONVENIENT, AFFORDABLE LODGING
With over 4,500 hotel rooms to choose from, you'll find all types of affordable lodging to accommodate your group. Our hotel properties provide award-winning hospitality and service.
WORK WITH EXPERTS
Experience the benefit of having Certified Meeting Professionals (CMPs) as an extension of your staff. Your Sales Manager will help distribute your RFP to local hotels and respond directly to you with availability and proposals.
PLENTY OF THINGS TO DO!
Your meeting is over—
now what? Have some fun! With over 150+ things to see and do, Greater Lansing has plenty of attractions and activities to keep your attendees occupied.
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BY TRAIN
Amtrak links the Lansing area with more than 20 Michigan cities and over 500 cities and towns nationwide.
For fares/schedules call
(800) USA-RAIL
Meet the GLCVB Team
DAVID BUCKENBERGER,
CDME, CMP, CMS, CTA
Sr. Vice President of Business Development
517-377-1409
dbuckenberger@lansing.org
STEPHANIE WOHLFERT,
CMP, CTA
Senior Sales Manager
517-377-1434
swohlfert@lansing.org
KRISTY DOAK,
CMP, CTA
Director of Sales
Lansing Center
517-377-1429
kdoak@lansing.org
BRANDIE PUTNAM
cmp, cta
Senior Convention Services Manager
517-377-1430
bputnam@lansing.org
ariel backus
CMP, CTA
Sales Manager
517-377-1405
abackus@lansing.org
Elaine Unger
CTA
Sales Manager
517-377-1414
eunger@lansing.org
Jenn Morden
CMP, CTA
Convention Services & Events Manager
517-377-1400
jmorden@lansing.org
Dani Schneider
CTA
Sales and Services
Coordinator
517-377-1426
dschneider@lansing.org
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At Your Service
CONSIDER THE GREATER LANSING CVB AN EXTENSION OF YOUR STAFF, AS DEDICATED TO
THE SUCCESS OF YOUR EVENT AS YOU ARE —ALL PROVIDED AT NO COST!
How can it be FREE? Why do we do it? Because the more events that choose Greater Lansing, the more money is spent in our
community and that feeds right into our organizational mission of promoting Michigan’s Capital region! Below is a list of all the pre-event planning
and on-site services provided by the GLCVB that will make your event truly shine.
Program planning
- Event Management Advice & COVID Resources
- Facility Tours
- Venue Recommendations
- Hotel Proposals
- Off-site Functions & Entertainment
- Volunteer/Community Engagement Opportunities
Promotional materials
- Official printed or electronic Visitor Guide
- Mobile-Friendly Website
- Customized Maps and Directions
- Personalized banners and signs available
Media assistance
- Comprehensive media list available
- Staff media experts may assist with distribution of press releases for your event
- Social media communication assistance including posts to Facebook regarding your event