Brand USA, America’s national destination marketing organization, has announced the members who will serve on its Board of Directors in 2024. Under the continued leadership of Todd Davidson, who will serve a second term as Chairman of the Board, the organization is prepared to embark on a new stage, with the renewal of the brand and the search for a new general director.
The Council, composed of 11 members, is appointed by the United States Secretary of Commerce in conjunction with the Secretaries of State and Homeland Security. Each director represents a sector of the travel and tourism industry and can serve a maximum of two consecutive three-year terms.
Newly appointed and re-elected members include:
State Tourism Office: Mike Mangeot, Commissioner, Kentucky Department of Tourism (New Appointment).
Travel Distribution Services: Hari Nair, Global Senior Vice President, Expedia Group Partnered Accommodations (New Appointment).
Small Business or Retail: Kristen Esposito, Principal at Esposito Global Partners (Reelecta).
«It is an exciting time for Brand USA. In 2024, one of the Board’s primary goals will be to identify a new CEO who can continue the incredible work started by Chris Thompson and lead us into the future,” said Todd Davidson, Chairman of the Board of Brand USA and CEO of Travel Oregon. «I am grateful to be able to continue as Chairman of the Board and lead this extraordinary team. “Together we are committed to ensuring that Brand USA maintains its global competitive advantage and that our mission remains unwavering.”
Chris Thompson, who has led the organization for the past 12 years as President and CEO, expressed his enthusiasm for Davidson’s continued leadership: “I have every confidence in Todd’s ability to lead the Brand USA Board of Directors in the future. future, beyond my retirement, as revealed REPORTUR.us (Brand USA announces the retirement of its CEO, Chris Thompson)
“His dedication and vision have been instrumental in our creation and past successes, and I am confident that he will continue to guide the organization on a path of continued growth. Additionally, I am delighted to welcome the new board members. Their diverse backgrounds and expertise promise new ideas and perspectives that will contribute to the success of Brand USA,” said Thompson.
The complete list of the Brand USA Board of Directors in 2024 and their current positions is as follows:
President: Todd Davidson, CEO of Travel Oregon (State Tourism)
Vice President: Donald Moore, Senior Vice President, Enterprise Rental Sales and Global Accounting, Enterprise Holdings, Inc. (Land/Sea Passenger Travel)
Treasurer: Elliott Ferguson, president & CEO of Destination DC (Washington, DC Congress and Tourism Office)
Secretary: Allen Orr, founder of Orr Immigration Law Firm (Immigration Law and Policy)
Directors:
Lauren Bailey, CEO and co-founder of Upward Projects (Restoration)
Kristen Esposito, Principal at Esposito Global Partners (Small Business/Retail)
Mark Hoplamazian, President and CEO of Hyatt Hotels Corporation (Hotel Accommodations)
Mike Mangeot, Commissioner, Kentucky Department of Tourism (State Tourism Office)
Tim Mapes, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Delta Air Lines (Commercial or Private Passenger Flights)
Hari Nair, Global Senior Vice President, Expedia Group Accommodation Partners (Travel Distribution Services)
Stephanie Young, President of Disney Vacation Club, Adventures and Expeditions, and Enrichment Programs, Parks, Experiences and Disney Products (Attractions or Leisure Activities)
2024-01-12 10:32:48
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