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2024 Build Bentonville with Visit Bentonville "State of Tourism "
Date and Time
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Tuesday, July 30th
Doors open & lunch at 11:30am
Programming 12:00 to 1:00pm
Fees/Admission
Chamber Member: $45.00
Chamber Non-Member: $55.00
Contact Information
Sherry Rolsma
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Build Bentonville
State of Tourism
with Visit Bentonville
The State of Tourism: Local and Global Impact
Join Visit Bentonville for an insightful panel discussion on the current State of Tourism, featuring expert perspectives from local, state, and international levels.
Our distinguished panelists will each report on the state of tourism from their unique vantage points:
• Jack Johnson, Destinations International.
Jack will provide an overview of tourism trends and challenges on the international stage. Drawing from Destinations International's vast network, she'll offer insights into how destinations worldwide are adapting to changing traveler preferences, economic shifts, and global events impacting the tourism industry.
• Shea Lewis - Secretary of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism and Director of State Parks. Shea will present an in-depth look at Arkansas's tourism landscape. He'll discuss the impressive growth that has made tourism the state's second-largest industry, with over 48 million visitors in 2022 and $9.2 billion in visitor spending. Learn about the strategies driving this success and the outlook for Arkansas tourism in the coming years.
• Kalene Griffith - CEO, Visit Bentonville. With 19 years of experience leading Visit Bentonville, Kalene will share insights on the local tourism scene. She'll report on how Bentonville has transformed its tourism sector through storytelling, community engagement, and by leveraging the city's unique assets. Discover the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping tourism in our wonderful city.
This panel offers a unique opportunity to:
- Gain a multi-layered understanding of the current state of tourism
- Compare and contrast tourism trends at local, state, and international levels
- Learn about successful strategies and innovative approaches across different scales
- Understand how global trends are impacting local and state tourism, and vice versa
- Network with key figures in the tourism industry
Don't miss this comprehensive look at the state of tourism from three distinct perspectives. Whether you're a tourism professional, local business owner, or simply interested in the industry's impact, this panel will provide valuable insights into where tourism stands today and where it's headed.
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