Black Meetings & Tourism - Industry Briefs

Industry Briefs
	DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION…WE CAN DO BETTER! I have reached out to leaders of four highly respected industry organization for their views on the current efforts (or lack thereof) to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the travel, meetings ... read more
	VALERY BROWN-ALCE APPOINTED DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL OF TOURISM, INVESTMENTS & AVIATION FOR BAHAMAS MINISTRY OF TOURISM Valery Brown-Alce is a veteran in the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism with more than 30 years of experience working in various leadership capacities in the Bahamas Tourist Offices overseas. She has been a ... read more
	DELTA HOTELS ORLANDO CELEBRATION CULMINATES $35 MILLION RENOVATION WITH MEETING SPACE COMPLETION Marking the completion of a $35 million renovation, Delta Hotels Orlando Celebration has unveiled a fully redesigned convention center, complete with attractive indoor and outdoor options. The convent ... read more
	CHTA PRAISES GRENADA’S HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY FOR RECORD GROWTH AND SECTOR-WIDE COLLABORATION The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) praised tourism stakeholders in Grenada for their dedication to fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors, a partnership that ha ... read more
	67% OF SURVEYED HOTELS REPORT STAFFING SHORTAGES As more than two thirds of hotels continue to experience staffing shortages, hoteliers are offering more pay and a host of incentives in order to attract and retain talent, according to a new survey c ... read more
	THE BUCCANEER TO HOST USVI CUP IN MAY The highly anticipated USVI Cup, part of the Caribbean Cup Tennis Series, is set to return to The Buccaneer in May. The prestigious tournament will feature consecutive ITF (International Tennis Federa ... read more
	VISIT SALT LAKE’S CRYSTAL COLLEAGUE AWARD PRESENTED TO BILL KRAUSE, DIRECTOR OF VISITOR SERVICES AND BRAND ACTIVATIONS During Visit Salt Lake’s recent Year in Review & Awards Luncheon on March 21, 2024, at the Utah State Fairpark and Event Center’s Grand Building, Bill Krause, VSL’s director of visitor services an ... read more
	SURVEY SAYS: TRAVEL REBOUND CONTINUES, NEW DESTINATIONS PREFERRED Travelers are planning three or more trips in 2024, according to the world’s most experienced travelers responding to the Global Rescue Winter Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey. The overwhelming ma ... read more
	ONLY IN EAST POINT: 10 UNIQUE FACTS ABOUT THIS RISING STAR DESTINATION East Point, Georgia is becoming a premier destination for leisure & business travelers, small businesses, meeting planners, reunions, film & television industry production, art venues and much ... read more
	LRCVB NAMES MARKETING DIRECTOR OLUMIDE YEROKUN TO LEAD BUREAU’S MARKETING DEPARTMENT The Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau (LRCVB) has announced the hiring of Olumide Yerokun as Director of Marketing. Bringing more than a decade of experience to the role, Yerokun will manag ... read more
	REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! USBC'S NATIONAL CONFERENCE & 15TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. is thrilled to announce its National Conference and 15th Anniversary Celebration is back at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria, DC, from July 17th to July 19th, 2024! This event ... read more
	CHTA LAUNCHES MARKETPLACE RESPONSIBLE TOURISM DAY The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) will launch the inaugural Marketplace Responsible Tourism Day during this year’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace, set to take place on Thursday, May 23 ... read more
	EVENTS INDUSTRY COUNCIL AND OAK VIEW GROUP ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP The Events Industry Council (EIC) recently announced a new strategic partnership with Oak View Group (OVG), the global leader in sustainable venue operations. The partnership – the largest of its kind ... read more
	HENDERSON TRAVEL WANTS YOU TO EXPLORE THE WORLD WITH THEM: THEIR EXCLUSIVE TOUR AWAITS! The tour will be held September 4-14, 2024, with the cost of $3,539 per person double occupancy. Ghana is know for its warm hospitality, rich history, and diverse heritage. Here are some of the highli ... read more
	CTO’S CARIBBEAN MEDIA AWARDS 2024 TO CELEBRATE EXCELLENCE IN JOURNALISM The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has announced the return of its Caribbean Media Awards, the prestigious honor given to journalists and influencers whose work has significantly contributed to ... read more
	VISIT GREATER PALM SPRINGS ANNOUNCES NEW STAFF POSITIONS TO SUPPORT GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES Visit Greater Palm Springs proudly announces the appointment of two new pivotal staff positions to support expanded government and industry relations activities as well as economic development initiat ... read more
	UNVEILING HATTIESBURG, MISSISSIPPI: A HIDDEN GEM FOR CORPORATE EVENTS, CULTURE, AND INCLUSIVITY Nestled in the heart of Mississippi, Hattiesburg is a city that captivates with its rich history, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality. Beyond its charming southern allure, Hattiesburg proves to be a ... read more
	CHTA’S CARIBBEAN TRAVEL MARKETPLACE TO INTRODUCE NEW FEATURES IN JAMAICA The 42nd staging of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA)’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace, scheduled to take place at the Montego Bay Convention Center from May 20-23, 2024, will feature n ... read more
	VIOLA NCUBE THE ULTIMATE PROFESSIONAL Viola Ncube has more than three decades of experience in executive corporate roles, specializing in hotels and start-ups sales and marketing. Viola has held VP and Director roles specializing in the l ... read more
	HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY TOURISM REVENUES CONTINUE TO POSITION THE DESTINATION AS INDUSTRY LEADER Independent reporting for Hillsborough County's tourism sector continues to show resilience and growth. After five months of the 2024 fiscal year, the County continued to show modest growth in ADR, Re ... read more