RCI Joins GNEX 2026 as Supporting Sponsor

Global Vacation Exchange Network Joins GNEX 2026 in Nashville

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The Perspective Group and GNEX (Growth Networking EXperience) Conference announced that RCI, the global travel network that pioneered vacation exchange, will participate as a Supporting Sponsor at GNEX 2026, taking place March 18–20, 2026, at the JW Marriott in downtown Nashville, Tennessee.

Why it matters

RCI's support of GNEX 2026 underscores its ongoing commitment to advancing solutions that enhance value for owners and industry partners alike, as vacation exchange continues to play an important role within the vacation ownership ecosystem.

The details

Founded in 1974, RCI transformed the vacation ownership industry by introducing the concept of vacation exchange, allowing owners to trade time at their home resorts for stays at affiliated properties worldwide. Today, RCI operates one of the world's largest travel networks, connecting members to more than 3,600 resorts, 600,000 hotels, 345,000 activities, over 30 cruise lines, and major car rental brands through a single global platform.

  • GNEX 2026 will take place March 18–20, 2026, at the JW Marriott in downtown Nashville, Tennessee.

The players

RCI

An American global travel network that pioneered vacation exchange, allowing owners to trade time at their home resorts for stays at affiliated properties worldwide.

The Perspective Group

The organizer of the GNEX (Growth Networking EXperience) Conference.

GNEX Conference

An annual conference that brings together senior leaders across hospitality, travel, vacation ownership, technology, finance, and loyalty for three days of executive programming and strategic collaboration focused on measurable business outcomes.

Amy Lipka

The SVP of Business Development and Marketing—North America at RCI.

Paul Mattimoe

The President and CEO of Perspective Group.

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What they’re saying

“As the vacation ownership landscape continues to evolve, exchange remains central to delivering flexibility and long-term value for owners.”

— Amy Lipka, SVP, Business Development and Marketing—North America at RCI

“RCI's longstanding leadership in vacation exchange has played a defining role in the growth of the ownership sector.”

— Paul Mattimoe, President and CEO of Perspective Group

What’s next

GNEX 2026 will take place March 18–20, 2026, at the JW Marriott in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. For details on registration and speaking opportunities, visit https://gnexconference.com/. For information on Sponsorship Opportunities visit https://gnexconference.com/sponsorship/.

The takeaway

RCI's participation as a Supporting Sponsor of GNEX 2026 underscores the continued importance of vacation exchange in the evolving vacation ownership landscape, as the company works to enhance value and flexibility for owners and industry partners.