Founded in December 2001, GEP Philly has established itself as the premier Destination Management Company (DMC) in the Philadelphia region. With 5 full time employees and a part-time staff of more than 60, GEP Philly manages approximately 125 projects per year ranging in size from 6 attendees to 3,000. GEP Philly specializes in the design and coordination of special events and incentive trips for organizations hosting programs in the greater Philadelphia region. We have received many accolades and awards over the past few years for producing outstanding events and managing logistics for programs of all sizes in Philadelphia as well as neighboring cities such as Atlantic City, NJ; Wilmington, DE and Hershey, PA. We are located in the heart of Center City, close to the Convention Center and hotels. GEP Philly is actively involved in the hospitality industry, and belongs to many organizations including the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PCVB); Meeting Professionals International (MPI), International Special Events Society (ISES), Association of Destination Management Executives (ADME), Hospitality and Sales Marketing Association International (HSMAI), and the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA). When contracted as the destination management company, GEP Philly assumes full responsibility for event coordination as well as personnel and financial management. Based on each client's program objectives, budget, audience profile, and past history, we identify the best possible solutions, facilities, suppliers and support services to successfully carry out the approved project. As manager, our role is to deliver cost-effective negotiations with suppliers, detailed documentation of all arrangements and smooth, on-site coordination under the direction of experienced personnel.