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CalTIA Connections
January, 2010
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Leadership Editorial...
State-of-the-Association
by Gary Sherwin, CalTIA Chairman
Dear CalTIA Members:
During last month's holiday parties, I can honestly say I didn't hear one wistful word about the close of 2009. Good riddance was the term I heard most often. And no wonder. It was certainly one of the most challenging years in a generation, especially for nearly all of us in the tourism industry. Read more ...  Floating Board Meeting - Outstanding Results
by Ross Hutchings, CAE, CalTIA Executive Director/CEO
CalTIA Board of Directors has held its quarterly Board meetings throughout the state to both show support and provide opportunities for Board members to see various destinations throughout California. Read more ...
(Photo: from left to right: Gary Sherwin, Liz Sherwin, Drew Santiago (Carnival Cruises), Carol Hutchings, Ross Hutchings)
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Advocacy Update...
Legislative Update
by Tami Miller, Political Solutions
CalTIA's legislative advocate, Tami Miller, provides in this report a compilation of updates from the state of the budget to a summary on key propositions. Read more ... |
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Collaboration Corner...
CalTIA Ambassador Council Update
by Amy Blaschka, Tri-Valley, California CVB
Co-Chair, CalTIA Ambassador Council
The CalTIA Ambassador Council continues to grow and now boasts 34 members! Please help me welcome our new Ambassadors. Read more ... |
Education Endeavors ...
CalTIA's California Conference on Tourism Keynote Speaker / Breakout RFP's for 2010 Announced
Dr. Roger Selbert, one of the best-known and most respected trend experts in the United States, has been announced as keynote speaker at this year's California Conference on Tourism (COT). Read more ...
 Go West Summit Seeks Volunteers, Sponsorship
If you were not able to register for the Go West Summit scheduled for February 1 - 4 in Sacramento, opportunities are still available to get involved through sponsorship and volunteering. Visit www.gowestsummitsacramento.com, or contact Terry Selk, (916) 808-7405 or [email protected] |
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Member News...
CalTIA Member Promoted to Executive Director
Mark Graves was recently promoted to Executive Director of Marketing & Communications for the Palm Springs Desert Resort Communities Convention and Visitors Authority (CVA). Graves will continue to manage daily media/public relations and communications duties for the CVA, additionally overseeing the organization's Advertising/Marketing & Promotions, Internet Marketing, and Graphic Communications divisions. Graves has been with the CVA since 1999, and is the co-chair of the Communications Committee.
CalTIA Member, Santa Barbara CVB, Introduces Online Mini-series
A five-episode mini-series presenting an insider's view of life on The American Rivera showcases seven high-profile Santa Barbara residents to bring the spirit of the community to life and provide authentic local tips for visitors. Videos are available on www.santabarbaraca.com, facebook.com/visitsantabarbara and YouTube.
CalTIA Member, Vallejo CVB, Recently Honored
The Vallejo Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) was recently honored as the Non-Profit Community Partner of the Year by the Vallejo Chamber of Commerce at the Chamber's 135th Installation Event. Read more ...
New Online Career Center
CalTIA is now offering an online career center. Members can post job openings, review resumes from a pool of potential candidates, or if you're looking for a job within the travel and tourism industry, you can post your resume for prospective employers to review. Read more ...
New Consultants Corner Offers Member's Expert Advice
CalTIA now offers a Consultants Corner webpage where members can gain access to a industry experts - not only in travel, but also sales and marketing, technology and business management. The Consultants Corner helps you find the expert that can address your issue. Do you have a particular topic or question you'd like us to address? Send your ideas to [email protected] | |
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Newest Members
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Committee Update
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Chico, CA
Nugget Hotel
Reno, NV
June 7 - 9, 2010
Transform yourself.
Transform your destination. Transform your business.
Parc 55 Hotel
San Francisco, CA
Let CalTIA staff know of your upcoming events, or if you have any suggestions. Send your information and comments to [email protected]
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CalTIA Executive Committee
Gary Sherwin, Chair of the Board / Newport Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Ted Molter, 1st Vice Chair of the Board / San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park
Dan Goldes, 2nd Vice Chair of the Board / San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau
Susie Santo, Secretary / Universal Studios Hollywood
Kamran Enayat, Treasurer / Embassy Suites Anaheim Suites South
Scott Tanner, Past Chair of the Board / USA Water Polo
Ross Hutchings, Executive Director/CEO / CalTIA
We thank the CalTIA Communications Committee and the volunteers who contribute information and articles to this electronic publication. | |
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