New York City Tourism + Conventions

We are pleased to announce that our Board of Directors has selected Julie Coker to serve as the next President and CEO of NYC Tourism + Conventions, effective December 9, 2024. Julie will join us from the San Diego Tourism Authority, where she has made a significant impact as President and CEO, leading tourism recovery efforts on behalf of the destination and surpassing 2019 tourism levels. She has served in executive roles across the tourism and hospitality sectors for more than three decades. Before her time at SDTA, Julie was President and CEO of the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau, where she successfully oversaw the planning and execution of major events including the 2017 NFL Draft and the 2016 Democratic National Convention. She began her career with Hyatt just over two decades there, rising through the ranks in a variety of positions and ultimately serving as the general manager for the Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing, where she led all operational aspects of the 350-room hotel. Moreover, she is a respected industry leader bringing unique insight and notable influence from across the tourism and hospitality industries. Since January 2023, she has served on the U.S. Department of Commerce’s U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board, joining 31 other leaders from the domestic travel and tourism industry in providing advice to the Secretary of Commerce on travel priorities. She also serves on the executive boards of the U.S. Travel Association and Visit California, as well as the boards of Meeting Professionals International, the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation, the San Diego Lodging Association, and Sharp Health Care. She is a member of the San Diego Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. In 2023, she received the Fearless Award from the San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce and was inducted into the All-Time Hall of Fame by Smart Women in Meetings. In 2021, she was named a Phenomenal Woman in Business in the San Diego Union-Tribune’s Phenomenal Women series. In both 2012 and 2019, the Philadelphia Business Journal named her among their Women of Distinction honorees. She was the 2017 United Negro College Fund Mayor’s Ball Honoree for Civic Leadership and was named one of the Network Journal’s 25 Most Influential Black Women in Business. We are delighted to welcome Julie to the team and look forward to her leadership on behalf of New York City’s tourism industry. To learn more, visit nyctourism.com/newsroom

Last week, New York City Tourism + Conventions had the pleasure of rolling out the red carpet and hosting Opus Agency’s Senior Buyers, Keri Dool, CMP and Taylor Keene! Thank you to Tiffany Cohen, CMP, CITP for working with us to bring the team to NYC! From a dazzling Broadway show to 2.5 days packed with visits to 15 of NYC’s top venues and hotels, we showcased the city’s ability to bring ambitious event visions to life—whether for large-scale conferences, product launches, or impactful corporate events. Big thanks to our incredible Members for making NYC shine and showcase what makes NYC the ultimate destination! Looking forward to all our future collaborations with Opus Agency! Michaela Foley, CMP, CITP Corey Steinfast Justin Horwitz Doreen Guerin Lisa Lopez Maria A. Lupardo Fiona Macpherson Madeline Fauntleroy Dougherty Mi Dan Nguyen Alexander Matheson Andrew Douglas Lourdes Gonzalez John Yake James Munz Vanessa Cespuglio Cary Guzman Antonio Lacdao Christopher Rosenow Erika Cristiano Matias Casin Silva Daniel Rincon

Some news: Our NYC Local Legends series won two Emmy Awards this past weekend. Congrats to all who worked on it, those who were featured, and the communities they represent in the videos. You can watch the 5-part series on our YouTube: https://lnkd.in/efBHzBUt

We recently hosted a FAM tour featuring seven travel agencies from Zhejiang and Jiangsu provinces in China, made possible with support from Asiana Airlines. Our itinerary took these representatives through multiple neighborhoods, showcasing the incredible experiences available to their clients. We look forward to seeing how these agencies will bring their new knowledge of NYC back overseas, and continue to boost inbound tourism from China. #2024NYCChinaFAM #WhatsGoodNYC A warm thank you to our participating members: City Experiences Emursive Productions - Life & Trust (immersive performance) Hudson Yards New York Like A Local Tours - Brooklyn Walking Tour Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology New York Hilton Midtown The Metropolitan Museum of Art The Museum of Modern Art Top of the Rock Observation Deck SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Photo Credit: Eason Gu

It's the best time to organize meetings and incentives in New York City, and we're proud to have partnered with Millennium Hotels and Resorts on a post-IMEX FAM trip to bring planners from Asia Pacific to New York City to showcase why. Here's a photo recap of our itinerary, including stops at Delmonico's Restaurant, Brooklyn Delicatessen Times Square, the Empire State Building, Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology, the Millennium Downtown New York, the M Social Hotel New York Times Square, and an NYC Bagel Tour via BagelUp.

Congrats to all the honorees here, including NYC Tourism members Melba's Restaurant, Bronx Beer Hall, Neir's Tavern, Park Central Hotel NY, Someday Bar, Great Performances, and Rab's Country Lanes. We also spy Shaw-Nae's House and Bungalow, whose welcoming restaurants we've profiled on our website. And as always, thanks to NYC Hospitality Alliance for recognizing this great work throughout the five boroughs and for its constant advocacy for the City's hospitality industry.

The Whitney Museum will be free to all visitors aged 25 or under starting in mid-December. Note that you will still need to reserve free tickets, which are available online.

After?four?incredible years as president and CEO of the?San Diego Tourism Authority, I have accepted the position of president and CEO at?New York City Tourism + Conventions, effective December 9. My time in San Diego has been nothing short of amazing, and I look back on the work we did with tremendous pride?and gratitude. ? When I joined SDTA in?June 2020, our industry faced unprecedented challenges, but together we were able to help 70,000?people?return to work. ? We not only?weathered the storm but emerged stronger, setting new benchmarks for San Diego's tourism industry. Thank you to?the SDTA?team, the SDTA Board of Directors, our tourism community, and San Diego at large for?your friendship and support. ? San Diego will always hold a special place in my heart, and I have no doubt that?you?will reach even greater heights in the years to come. https://lnkd.in/gGHAdjBb ?

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