Issue link: https://digital.copcomm.com/i/1535167
10 B M & T ••• May/June 2025 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com H O T E L H A P P E N I N G S MGM COLLECTION WITH MARRIOTT BONVOY INTRODUCES NEW BENEFITS FOR MEETING PLANNERS AND ATTENDEES Qualifying Meeting Planners and Attendees May Receive Additional Earning Opportunities with Marriott Bonvoy Points and Elite Benefits at MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy Destinations MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy®, the brand creat- ed by MGM Resorts Internationaland Marriott International, recently announces two additional Marriott Bonvoy earning opportunities to be offered at the brand's destinations. Marriott Bonvoy Events offers rewards-eligible meeting and event planners who book new contracted group business at the resorts the opportunity to earn Marriott Bonvoy points. Additionally, individual Marriott Bonvoy members who stay and pay independently as part of a qualifying event will be eli- gible to earn loyalty benefits. Both opportunities pave the way for event planners and attendees to earn Marriott Bonvoy points and Elite Night Credits. "Our collaboration with Marriott Bonvoy brings added value and enhances the overall event experi- ence," said Stephanie Glanzer, Chief Sales Officer & SVP of MGM Resorts. "Event planners can now earn Marriott Bonvoy ben- efits on new contract- ed business booked through any MGM Resorts group chan- nel, and we're proud to extend the opportu- nity to earn Marriott Bonvoy benefits to individual event atten- dees as well. It's a meaningful advancement in our shared vision to transform hospitality through exceptional events and rewards." Designed for both business and social gatherings, the Marriott Bonvoy Events program and new individual group attendee benefits unlock exclusive perks for planners and attendees of qualifying events. MARRIOTT BONVOY EVENTS: Earn While You Plan. Meeting and event planners who book new contracted business through an MGM Resorts group sales channel are eligible to earn Marriott Bonvoy points at participating MGM Collection destinations through- out Las Vegas and domestically. Marriott Bonvoy members can earn two points per $1 USD on qualifying charges such as master-billed guest rooms and catering, and members can earn 1 Elite Night Credit for every 20 room nights actualized – up to 20 Elite Night Credits per event. Catering Counts. Points are not limited to large conven- tions or room blocks – catering-only gatherings also qualify for Marriott Bonvoy points, giving planners added value for meetings, receptions or gatherings of any size. INDIVIDUAL GROUP ATTENDEE EARNING: Stay With Perks. Marriott Bonvoy members who stay and pay independently as part of a qualifying meeting or event can earn 10 Marriott Bonvoy points per $1 USD on qualifying charges including room rate, mini-bar, and in-room dining. Members also will receive Elite Night Credits and enjoy tier- based benefits aligned with their Marriott Bonvoy status at MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy destinations. Earn More Rewards. Individual attendees who are also MGM Rewards members can earn MGM Rewards Points and Tier Credits on eligible spending including dining, spa, and more, in addition to their Marriott Bonvoy benefits. ABOUT MGM COLLECTION WITH MARRIOTT BONVOY MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy creates unforget- table, larger-than-life memories with exhibitions of brilliance and extraordinary service for the reveler in all of us. With an unrivaled portfolio of hotels and resorts, MGM Collection includes Las Vegas icons such as Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino , MGM Collection, and gaming paradises across the United States, such as MGM Springfield. MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy is the groundbreaking strategic alliance between MGM Resorts International and Marriott International, and participates in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The pro- gram offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences, and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit marriot- tbonvoy.com. ABOUT MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is an S&P 500® global gaming and entertainment company with nation- al and international locations featuring best-in-class hotels and casinos, state-of-the-art meetings and conference spaces, incredible live and theatrical entertainment experiences, and an extensive array of restaurant, nightlife and retail offerings. MGM Resorts creates immersive, iconic experiences through its suite of Las Vegas-inspired brands. The MGM Resorts portfolio encompasses 31 unique hotel and gaming destina- tions globally, including some of the most recognizable resort brands in the industry. The Company's 50/50 venture, BetMGM, LLC, offers sports betting and online gaming in out Las Vegas and domestically. Marriott Bonvoy members with Marriott Bonvoy brings added value and enhances the overall event experi ence," said Glanzer Officer & SVP of MGM Resorts. "Event planners can now earn Marriott Bonvoy ben efits on new contract ed business booked through any MGM Resorts group chan nel, and we're proud to extend the opportu nity to earn Marriott Bonvoy benefits to individual event atten dees as well. It's a meaningful advancement in our shared vision to transform