Linda Thompson Memorial Scholarship Application

Linda Thompson Memorial Scholarship Application
The Linda Thompson Memorial Scholarship (LTMS) honors Linda Thompson, who was a vital part of the Destination Management Company (DMC) profession and event industry. She was an owner of Cappa and Graham, Inc. in San Francisco, CA and a vital part of the DMC Network. Linda dedicated herself to mentoring young professionals and raising the level of excellence in the DMC industry.

Submission Deadline
Midnight EST 1 November 2025
Name*

First NameLast Name
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Accredited College / University in which you are or plan to be enrolled.*
Are you currently working in the DMC industry?*

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File Naming Guidelines

Nomenclature: File Name - Your Last Name (i.e. CV Resume - Smith)
Languange: English
Format: PDF
CV / Resume*

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Letter of Recommendation Guidelines

Submit a letter of recommendation from either a college / university professor or a professional in the event industry that verifies applicant's:
1. Commitment and ability to complete the educational program.
2. Experience in the event management industry, whether volunteer or paid
3. Aptitude to deal with the demands of the Destination Management profession
Letter of Recommendation*

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Essay Guidlines

Attach an essay (minimum 250 words) that gives us a sense of who you are by covering the following topics:
1. Interest in and/or knowledge of the Destination Management / Event Management industry
2. Focus of your studies and goals
3. Details of your volunteer and extra-curricular activities
4. How receiving this scholarship will help you achieve your stated goals
5. A recent event you attended and what enhancement(s) you could implement to make it more special.
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For Extra Credit

Provide a 45 - 60 second video introducing yourself and sharing why you want to work in the Destination Management industry. If your file is over 20MB, you can email it to admei@admei.org. Please include "2026 LTMS - Your Name" in the subject line.
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Please accept my application and supporting documents for consideration for the Linda Thompson Memorial Scholarship. I certify that my submission is true and accurate.*

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Linda Thompson Memorial Scholarship Application

File Naming Guidelines

Letter of Recommendation Guidelines

Essay Guidlines