Why Connecting with Discover Dunwoody Matters More Than Ever

In today’s evolving meetings and travel landscape, destinations are no longer just places to host events; they are strategic partners. For meeting planners, corporate organizers, and community stakeholders, connecting with Discover Dunwoody has never been more critical.

Published on Jan 16, 2026

As Dunwoody continues to grow as a vibrant hub for business and group travel in Metro Atlanta, the role of the Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) is more critical than ever in helping planners navigate options, uncover value, and deliver exceptional experiences.

Discover Dunwoody serves as your on-the-ground resource, offering insider knowledge of local hotels, meeting venues, transportation, and attractions. With strong relationships across the hospitality community, the team connects you to the right partners and helps align your goals with the best-fit options in the destination. Rather than starting from scratch, planners gain a trusted advocate who understands both the destination and the needs of today’s meetings and events.

One of the most valuable benefits of working with Discover Dunwoody is access to a wide range of services at no cost to planners. These include:

- Distributing your RFP to local hotels and venues
- Assisting with site selection and availability
- Providing destination content, photos, and maps
- Recommending off-site venues, dining, and team-building options
- Supporting marketing efforts to increase attendance

These services save time, reduce workload, and often uncover opportunities that planners might not find on their own.

Every meeting and group event booked in Dunwoody generates a positive impact for the community. Visitors support local hotels, restaurants, retailers, and service providers, helping create jobs and drive tax revenue that benefits the city. By partnering with Discover Dunwoody, planners contribute to sustainable growth while supporting the small businesses that give Dunwoody its welcoming character.

The Dunwoody landscape continues to evolve with new developments, hotel enhancements, dining options, and infrastructure improvements. Discover Dunwoody stays closely connected to what’s happening locally, ensuring planners receive the most current and accurate information to make confident decisions.

Real-time insight is crucial in a market where options and availability can change rapidly.

Beyond planning support, Discover Dunwoody also acts as a marketing partner. Through its website, email campaigns, and social media channels, the DMO helps spotlight events and share destination stories that boost awareness and engagement.

In a crowded marketplace, that added exposure can help drive attendance and elevate your event’s profile.

Today’s meetings environment thrives on collaboration. Discover Dunwoody brings together hotels, venues, and community partners to create seamless experiences. This destination-wide teamwork means planners benefit from a unified network, all working toward one goal, your success.

With tighter budgets, higher expectations, and increased competition for meetings and events, planners need more than a venue, they need a partner. Discover Dunwoody provides expertise, advocacy, and local connections that turn challenges into opportunities. Now more than ever, connecting with your destination DMO means gaining a champion for both your event and the community.

Connecting with Discover Dunwoody is more than a wise choice, it’s a strategic one. From the initial inquiry to the final attendee experience, the team is there to support, guide, and elevate your event in Dunwoody.

Ready to connect? Reach out to Discover Dunwoody and discover how partnering local can make all the difference for your next meeting or event.

Mike Jackson

Author

Mike Jackson

Chief Sales Officer