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HEART OF HOSPITALITY

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Transformative Development
Opportunities

We are committed to providing strong, comprehensive opportunities that empower our members to grow and succeed in Mississippi’s tourism industry. Through workshops, conferences, and industry insights, MTA equips professionals with the tools to navigate trends, refine skills, and lead with excellence. Together, we elevate the standards of tourism and hospitality across our state.

Heart of Hospitality

The Heart of Hospitality Workforce Development Training Program is an educational program established by the Mississippi Tourism Association to empower tourism professionals with the tools they need to create meaningful, positive experiences for guests in our state.
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Excellence in Tourism Leadership

Mississippi tourism stands at the threshold of unprecedented growth, but it will require leaders with vision and skill to make it happen. In order to provide tourism professionals with the knowledge and skills they need, Mississippi State University is offering a multi-discipline program focusing on leadership in the tourism industry.
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STS Marketing College

Since its inception in 1992, Southeast Tourism Society Marketing College has hosted tourism professionals, for one week, each year, to provide a unique continuing education program for the travel and tourism industry.

Marketing College® professors are industry-related professionals from across the U.S., noted as experts in their field, who bring a working knowledge of current trends, data, and implementation for tourism and travel.

Upon completion of the three-year Marketing College® curriculum, students receive a Travel Marketing Professional (TMP) certification, presented at a special graduation ceremony at STS Connections.

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Your Hub For
Dynamic Development

Education is an important part of our mission, and we are committed to administering strong, comprehensive opportunities to further the industry.

MTA looks to travel industry organizations that provide research on tourism trends.

Have any insights? Reach out below.

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  • DESTINATION MARKETING
    ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL
  • Southeast Tourism Society

  • American Hotel &
    Lodging Association

    • U.S. Travel Association