Chicago DMC for Corporate Events, Incentive Travel & MICE Services
Skyline, Culture and Cost-Competitive Access
Chicago, the most populous city of Illinois, offers picturesque skyline calls across the waters of Lake Michigan, creating an impactful first impression that soon reveals world-renowned museums, pulsating nightlife, five-star food, championship sports teams, and one of the finest downtown collections of architecture in the world.
Thanks to two international airports featuring thousands of flight options, it is also one of the most cost-competitive cities in the United States.
Although Chicago is lovingly nicknamed “The Windy City”, that moniker has more to do with its politicians than the weather. In practice, it is a moderate four-season lakefront destination with serious appeal for meetings and events.
Through its Strategic Partner Programme, Ovation Global DMC is pleased to work with Cohera for destinations in the United States
Cohera is a leading full-service destination management company in the United States, supporting corporate planners across the destinations that matter most. Backed by four decades of destination know-how, the team focuses on creating the unexpected “Aha!” in every programme while acting as an extension of the client team at every stage of planning and delivery.
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Our Team
Sean Kirkland - Global Sales
Sean has witnessed a dramatic evolution in destination management through his career of more than 25 years. That awareness, understanding, and experience makes him an indispensable resource to both Cohera and our clients as we build an understanding of each client's unique organization, culture, and objectives. Sean’s leadership ensures partnerships are tailored in a manner that inspires confidence, creates greater value, and effectively achieves our client’s goals. In his free time, you'll likely find "Coach" Sean on the field as an assistant coach to his children's various sports activities...but his Saturday mornings are quite often reserved for San Diego area 'Cars n' Coffee' events in his classic 1965 Austin Healey BJ8!
Michelle Castady, DMCP - General Manager
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