Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted New Orleans Event Planning Partner
Signature Destination Management has been crafting exceptional event experiences since 1990, combining local expertise with national resources to deliver tailored solutions for corporate, incentive, and association groups. Our team of certified professionals specializes in end-to-end event production, from transportation logistics and venue sourcing to immersive cultural programming. With decades of combined experience, we prioritize creativity, attention to detail, and deep destination knowledge to exceed client expectations.Our industry leadership includes contributions to destination management best practices and active roles in professional organizations like ADMEI. We serve as a trusted extension of our clients' teams, ensuring seamless execution of meetings, conventions, and incentive travel programs while fostering meaningful connections through shared experiences.
Services
Event Planning
Transportation Coordination
Custom Tours
Venue Sourcing
Team Building
Meeting Services
Cultural Programming
Shuttle Management
Catering Arrangements
Entertainment Booking
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of destination management expertise in New Orleans
- Our team includes industry-certified professionals with CMP and DMCP designations
- We provide personalized service with local knowledge and national resources
- We guarantee seamless event execution through detailed logistics planning
- We maintain active leadership roles in destination management associations
Associations and certifications
- Certified Meeting Planner (CMP)
- Destination Management Certified Professional (DMCP)
What people say
Outstanding partner
Excellent service
Brilliant
Helped event go perfectly
Customers were happy
Services
Event Planning
Our certified planners design and execute flawless events from concept to completion. With expertise in corporate meetings, incentive travel, and association conferences, we handle logistics, vendor management, and budget oversight. Our local knowledge ensures authentic New Orleans experiences that create lasting impressions for attendees.
Transportation Coordination
We manage comprehensive transportation solutions including airport transfers, group shuttles, and special event transportation. Our systems optimize routing and scheduling to ensure timely guest arrivals while maintaining comfort and safety standards. Vintage vehicles and specialty transport options enhance event themes.
Custom Tours
Create immersive experiences with tailored tours showcasing New Orleans' unique culture. Options include culinary expeditions, architectural walks, jazz heritage journeys, and swamp excursions. Our local guides provide insider access to historic sites, hidden gems, and authentic cultural experiences that reflect the city's rich heritage.
Venue Sourcing
We identify and negotiate optimal venues for meetings, weddings, and special events. Our portfolio includes historic properties, modern conference centers, unique spaces like plantations and riverboats, and luxury hotels. We handle contract negotiations and ensure venues meet technical and logistical requirements for successful events.
Team Building
Develop cohesive experiences that strengthen teams through local culture. Options range from cooking classes with New Orleans chefs to community service projects. Our programs combine fun with purpose, fostering collaboration while showcasing the city's unique character through hands-on, memorable activities.
People
Jill DiMarco
Owner
CMP and DMCP-certified industry leader with 25+ years in destination management. Co-author of industry best practices guide and former NOCVB director. Oversees company operations and strategic direction while maintaining active association leadership roles.
Tony Leggio
Sales Executive
DMCP-certified hospitality expert with decade-plus experience in event production. Former Mardi Gras producer and community leader. Serves on MPI board and multiple local organizations while managing corporate client relationships.
Andria Lewis
Creative Director
20-year event professional with background in public relations and wedding planning. Recognized in major wedding publications. Transitions social event expertise to corporate incentive planning while maintaining community involvement through volunteer work.
Georgia Roberts
Sales Coordinator
New Orleans native with Loyola University degree in English. Leverages local knowledge to create personalized event experiences. Focuses on client satisfaction through detailed service coordination and cultural expertise.
Amber Harrington
Event Manager
Experienced food and beverage professional with LA Tech communications degree. Manages client-vendor relationships to ensure event success. Applies hospitality background to streamline communication and execution processes for flawless events.
Questions
What services does Signature Destination Management offer?
We provide comprehensive event planning, transportation coordination, venue sourcing, custom tours, and team-building activities for corporate, incentive, and association groups in New Orleans.
How does Signature ensure event success?
Our certified planners combine 30+ years of local expertise with national resources to handle logistics, vendor management, and budget oversight while creating authentic cultural experiences.
What makes Signature different from other DMCs?
We combine owner-operated personal service with the resources of a 30-year-old company, maintaining industry leadership through certifications, association involvement, and published best practices.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, our local knowledge and national network support both domestic and international event planning with customized solutions that showcase New Orleans' unique culture.
How do you handle transportation logistics?
We design customized shuttle systems with real-time tracking, manage airport transfers, and coordinate specialty vehicles to ensure timely guest arrivals while maintaining comfort and safety standards.
Can you accommodate large-scale events?
Our experience includes managing events for thousands of attendees, with proven systems for transportation coordination, venue sourcing, and logistics management to handle groups of any size.
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