ADME Principles of Professional & Ethical Conduct

The Association of Destination Management Executives represents the highest levels of professional and ethical behavior in the travel, tourism, convention and meetings industry. The association has adopted these Principles of Professional & Ethical Conduct and its members use them as standards of honorable behavior by which they may evaluate their relationships with their organizations, suppliers, and colleagues.

As a member of ADME, I will:
1) Deal with clients, business associates and suppliers in a professional and businesslike manner.
2) Protect the confidentiality of all proposals and pricing received from suppliers
3) Provide the supplier with business reasons why the proposal was rejected.
4) Honor signed contracts in spirit as well as intent.
5) Indicate to suppliers whether the program is firm, or if other options/venues are being considered and any changes in size of group as that information becomes available.
6) Provide host hotel/venue with pertinent information that will directly impact the operation of said hotel/venue.
7) Not use my position in ADME to the detriment or disadvantage of my professional organization, and I will advise all parties including my organization, of any circumstances that may have the appearance of a conflict of interest.

Adopted 8 January 1997