September 5, 2023

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Make the Most of Your Time at the 2023 NYSTIA Annual Meeting


We have been featuring 1:1 Networking Sessions at the NYSTIA Annual Meeting since we met in Auburn in 2019, and they consistently generate some of our most positive post-event feedback. These low-key, informative, 'get-acquainted' sessions offer a multitude of benefits:


  • It's a great opportunity to meet with the nation's top tourism marketing professionals and get their input.
  • You can expand your knowledge of the increasingly diverse and ever-changing marketing tools, technologies and resources.
  • Identify partners who can help you address your challenges and achieve your goals.
  • Expand your network of industry contacts and colleagues.


Regardless of your specific needs or interests, participating in the 1:1 Networking Sessions will enrich your knowledge and prepare you for 2024 and beyond! Use the link below and select the session hosts and times that are best for you today.


- Bob Provost

President & CEO

New York State Tourism Industry Association

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In This Newsletter:

2023 NYSTIA Annual Meeting & Tourism Excellence Awards:

  • Maximize Your ROI: Book Your Networking Sessions
  • Limited Tickets Remaining for FAM Tour and Awards Ceremony!
  • DEAI in Action: Todd Garofano, Executive director at Discover Schenectady

Member News:

  • NYSTIA Partner Feature: Time Kelleher at Workshop
  • New Member Introduction: Ash Murray at Cayuga County Tourism
  • 2023 Hudson River Valley Ramble
  • Twin Travel Concepts Announces Acquisition of All American Tours, Inc.
  • Erie Canal History Featured in the New York Times

Webinars & Events:

  • State of the American Traveler Survey Findings - September
  • 2023 NYSTIA Annual Meeting and New York State Tourism Excellence Awards

Featured Co-Ops:

  • ITS2023: NYS Marketplace Co-Op Exhibitor Package Available
  • ROVA: The Magazine for Epic Road Trips

Job Postings:

  • Associate Consultant for Public Relations & Marketing, Break the Ice Media
  • Corridor Coordinator, Underground Railroad Consortium of NYS

🗣 Annual Meeting Announcements:

Limited Tickets Available!

Roots of Rochester FAM Tour &

Tourism Excellence Awards Ceremony

Don't wait until it's too late: There are only a handful of tickets remaining for the special Roots of Rochester FAM Tour on Wednesday, September 13th, and the NYS Tourism Excellence Awards Ceremony & Reception** on Thursday, September 14th.


Roots of Rochester FAM Tour: Reserve Your Seat


Ticket: $125.00 (includes guided neighborhood & museum tours, admission to all venues, light fare, and multiple drink tickets!)


2023 NYS Tourism Excellence Awards Ceremony & Reception**:


**Your registration to the 2023 NYSTIA Annual Meeting includes entry to the Awards ceremony and reception. If you would like to purchase extra tickets for friends and family, you must do so in advance: Book Now


Ticket: $145.00 (includes a welcome cocktail, a special Rochesterian dinner buffet, drink tickets, and private access to the Museum for the ceremony and Game Night!)

DEAI Panel: Todd Garofano, President & CEO at Destination Marketing Corp.

Todd Garofano, Executive Director at Discover Schenectady, will speak on the DEAI In Action: From First Steps to Results panel on Thursday, September 14th. In particular, Todd will speak on how Discover Schenectady kick-started their DEAI strategy by focusing on Diverse local businesses.


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NYSTIA Partner Feature: Tim Kelleher at Workshop

Tim Kelleher heads Workshop, a distinguished Destination Marketing company based in the scenic settings of Lake Placid and Saratoga Springs, NY. For over 40 years, Workshop has been instrumental in crafting focused marketing strategies for destinations, ensuring they stand out in New York's diverse landscape.


Meet Tim

New Member Introduction: Ash Murray at Cayuga County Tourism

Please welcome Ash Murray, Public Relations Manager for the Cayuga County Office of Tourism to the NYSTIA Community! They oversee all communications (both internal and external) for the organization, write press releases, submit media pitches, and provide editing assistance for marketing copy and other written materials. They also work to further the office's DEI initiatives.


Meet Ash

2023 Hudson Rilver Valley Ramble

The Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area and Hudson River Valley Greenway are excited to announce the Hudson River Valley Ramble begins on September 1st and is back with a NEW photo contest!


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Twin Travel Concepts Announces the Acquisition of All American Tours, Inc.

Twin Travel Concepts, a tour operator in the Hudson Valley outside NY City, is proud to announce the acquisition of All American Tours, a dynamic tour operator for over 50 years.


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Erie Canal History Featured in the New York Times

In a new article published today by the New York Times titled "The Glorious History of the Erie Canal," NYT reporter Katie Rossman follows Geraldo Rivera on his boat traveling the Erie Canal to Clevent - and has caught Canal Fever!


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Upcoming Events

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The State of the American Traveler Survey Findings - September

September 13, 11:00 AM ET

Webinar | Destinations Analysts | Learn more

2023 NYSTIA Annual Meeting & Tourism Excellence Awards

September 13-15

Event | New York State Tourism Industry Association | Learn more

Featured Co-Ops:

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ITS2023: NYS Marketplace Co-Op Exhibitor Package Available

With opportunities to participate in the NYS Marketplace or NYSTIA pavilion as an exhibitor (or bundle both for $500 savings!), you can present your NYS destination or tourism business to key international and domestic inbound travel trade buyers, and take part in this 3-day show with 2 focused trade days and 1 combined consumer and trade day.


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ROVA: The Magazine for Epic Road Trips

New York State has an award-winning state park system with 250 State Parks and historic sites representing $21.1 billion in economic activity for all types of outdoor recreation! Join the 3rd Annual December '23/January '24 'I Love NY - Branded 'Parks + Historic Sites' section - the closing date is October 13th!


Bonus Content Opportunity: Each participant can receive inclusion on a sponsored page in the park's section with a paragraph on a Park or Historic Site in your destination!


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Job Postings

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Associate Consultant for Public Relations & Marketing, Break the Ice Media

As an Associate Consultant at Break the Ice Media you will be a primary support for client work, including developing and writing content, implementing strategies, and executing client project plans...



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Corridor Coordinator, Underground Railroad Consortium of New York State (URCNYS)

The Corridor Coordinator will oversee the development of the Corridor Management Plan, develop digital assets, lead promotional stand tourism-related initiatives, as well as oversee administrative functions 


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Take the 2023 Tourism Advocacy Survey | Share your DEAI Case Study

FRP to Host a NYSTIA Event | Submit a Workshop Proposal

NYITS Exhibitor Package Available | 2023 Travel Show Schedule

WHAT WE DO TOGETHER:

Advancing economic responsible growth, community revitalization, small business success, job creation, quality of life and pride of place by realizing the potential of New York State's tourism industry and facilitating the success of NYSTIA members.

For more information about NYSTIA membership, events, advocacy, Co-Ops, and other services visit: www.nystia.org


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