SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (May 11, 2009) - GEP Utah has been named the Best of State for Destination Management, for their superior service, achievement, innovation, and creativity, as well as significant contribution to the quality of life in Utah. This comes as no surprise to those who are familiar with GEP Utah, as extensive local expertise, superior service and innovation are the staples of GEP Utah's services to corporate groups and associations alike.

Former client Glenda Chambers, National Association of State Retirement Administrators agrees, "GEP Utah did an outstanding job organizing interesting tours and an offsite dinner for our group. The highlight of the conference was the Mountain Man Rendezvous showcasing talents of Utah pioneers such as hide tanning, bead work, flint and steel fire making and Native American games. We asked GEP Utah for an unforgettable event unique to Utah and they delivered."

In addition to the design and implementation of events, activities, tours, transportation and program logistics, GEP Utah has defined high-end corporate meetings and incentive business in the Utah market which is quickly becoming a leading four-season meeting destination with world-class hotels as well as superb cultural and recreational offerings. Their distinction goes beyond flawless and rewarding events; GEP Utah offers these services at a fraction of the price of their competition. They pride themselves on providing the best rates available, negotiated with the buying power they have developed with preferred suppliers throughout the intermountain west.

Programs and tours are consistently updated; the company is dedicated to offering only the best that Utah has to offer currently and in antiquity. Guests can always expect an intimate and exhilarating experience from Utah's best!

"It is an absolute honor to receive this award and be distinguished among the top Utah Companies," said GEP Utah President Cynthia Mitchell. "We have been committed to providing our clients with the highest quality services. This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our local and corporate staff as well as our vendors."

About The Best of State Awards   

The Best of State Awards were created in 2003 to recognize outstanding individuals, organizations and businesses in Utah. Best of State candidates are evaluated by a panel of 100 judges based on three criteria: achievement in the field of endeavor; innovation or creativity in approaches, techniques, methods or processes; and contribution to improving the quality of life in Utah.

Contact GEP Utah today to learn how they can help you cut costs while maintaining superior service and exceptional creativity at http://www.geputah.com

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MIDWAY, UTAH (August 8, 2008) -- GEP Utah welcomed Navarre Corporation to Utah this past week.  Navarre is a publisher and distributor of digital home entertainment and multimedia products, including popular game consoles Wii, Play Station 2 & 3, Xbox, Xbox 360, Game Cube and Nintendo DS.  They also hold or own the exclusive licensing rights of PC software, video game and DVD content through their subsidiaries Encore Software, Inc., BCI Eclipse, LLC and Funimation.  Navarre clients attending the Interchange included video game producers and distributors.

 Navarre guests bagan their 4 day event with an authentic Bavarian Oktoberfest in the host property at the Zermatt Resort and Spa in Midway, Utah. Opening night was complete with a polka band, Alpine horns and plenty of German beer. The rest of the week was full of festivities including a special Flying Aces trampoline and water show at the Utah Olympic Park, a western style Vegas casino night featuring a Texas Hold' Em tournament, a private concert and dinner with headliners Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo and a Mountain Man Rendezvous.

Kate Whitchurch, operations manager for the event commented, "The Navarre Interchange was a great project to work on.  Despite the logistical challenges [the closing night event was produced in an empty meadow in the middle of nowhere], this event was a rewarding one.  It was a highly complex program, but it went off without a hitch. I am proud to say that I was part of it."

The 2009 Interchange event will be held in Austin, Texas.