The total economic impact of visitor spending during 2010 in Boone, Campbell and Kenton Counties was $280.2 million. Eric and Linda will discuss the missions of their organizations and the role of tourism impacting jobs and the economy and will outline what local business leaders can do to create a robust environment for visitors. They'll also discuss how the Tourism Network and local convention bureaus have collaborated for greater impact.
 | Eric Summe |
Prior to being named the leader of the Convention Bureau, Summe was the local face of Delta Airlines for many years serving as Government Affairs Director for the airline directing public policy and advocacy covering Kentucky and eleven other states in the region.
Antus is an attractions and tourism business veteran brand marketer who has worked in the entertainment and experience business with such iconic companies as HBO, CINEMAX and Madison Square Garden in
 | Linda Antus |
New York City. Antus also spent 10 years in Branson, Missouri, introducing the new lifestyle destination, Branson Landing. This $420 million mixed-use development with more than 100 shops, restaurants, a Hilton hotel, condos and convention center attracted more than four million visitors in less than nine months and was the catalyst for increased tourism and Branson city and county revenue.
Thursday, March 22nd 11:30am - 1:00pm
Madison Event Center
700 Madison Avenue, Covington
Complimentary parking is available in the 7th Street garage.
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Cost to attend is $15 for members, $20 for non-members. Payment is available online or at the door.
Information: 859-431-1500 x2, visit our website or email.

The CBC's March Luncheon is generously sponsored by Bronze Leopard Promotional Products |