What are the benefits?

When you make the commitment to host a future convention, conference, exhibition, tournament or special event, you can expect to receive many benefits:

Civic Pride – Help showcase the community and area you proudly call home.

Increased Exposure – Increase awareness of your organization's cause, hobby or profession locally through increased media coverage of your event.

Economic Impact – Help our local and area economy grow by bringing your convention to Mason City and North Iowa.

Convenience – Save time and money since you won't have the hassle of traveling out of town plus, everyone saves money since meeting costs are very affordable in Mason City.

Leadership – Unveil the potential of your volunteers as they team up to host the convention.

Challenge – Is your group up to it? Learn to develop leaders by getting people involved in the challenge.

Showcase – Highlight your local and area facilities, or your latest achievements, and have some fun while you impress your organization's colleagues, state and national leaders.

Fundraising – Raise money to help fund your organizations or favorite charities.

Prestige – Earn the respect of your peers and national leadership by hosting a first-class event that demonstrates your organization's abilities.

Satisfaction – Know that your personal efforts really make a difference! Become a Hometown Hero!