Matt Rocha, Account Executive of Travel & Tourism at Aki Technologies, will lead a hands-on workshop where you'll master practical applications of generative AI, transforming how you engage with tourists and create compelling marketing content.

Learn by doing as you follow along with live demonstrations to immediately implement AI tools that enhance customer experiences and streamline your daily tasks.

Leave empowered with the know-how to revolutionize your approach to tourism in New York with cutting-edge AI strategies that you can apply right away!

When: Wednesday, May 8 at 12:00 pm E.T.

Cost: Free!

Please share this invite! The NYSTIA Lunch & Learn Webinars are open to all NYSTIA members and their guests. Register Now

Nominating is a once-a-year opportunity to recognize the amazing work you and your colleagues do every day to advance New York State tourism. Nominate your own organization, a leader, a partner in your county, or a colleague deserving of recognition. Let us know what you and your team have been up to, or let someone know how much you appreciate their hard work!

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During last week's Lunch & Learn Webinar, Cassandra Razzi from Orange 142 presented on the many benefits (and importance) of leveraging DEI in tourism marketing. You can find her slide deck, white papers, and the webinar recording in the recap.

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• Take Action! Efforts in both the House and Senate are underway that will impact aviation security, increase security wait times, and threaten TSA PreCheck. U.S. Travel needs your help to tell Congress to protect TSA PreCheck and lower security wait times.
• With America's 250th just two years away, this will be one of the last opportunities to secure meaningful funding in the lead-up to 2026 and beyond. Sign the pre-written letter to support funding for America's 250th celebrations (before it's too late!)
• Key Issue Talking Points: NYSHTA's 2024 Tourism Advocacy Day one-pager. The comprehensive document highlights their main budget and legislative priorities for 2024 on short-term rentals, the COVID sick leave law, ADA website legislation, and more.

You can access NYSTIA's Advocacy Action Center anytime to view key legislation and contact your elected representatives.

As the Sales Account Executive at Ripe, Abigail Pippen is responsible for growing business partnerships within the northeast and midwest regions of the United States. Ripe is a lodging software provider that shifts bookings directly to sites that create the demand for lodging, such as destination marketing organizations, events, and attractions. Ripe has been a member of NYSTIA since 2022 and regularly attends the spring and fall meetings...

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Please welcome Jake Buganski, VP of Client Engagement at Fourth Idea, to the NYSTIA Community! In this position, he works with new and existing clients to get the most from their relationship with the agency. Having spent most of his career on the DMO side of the tourism industry, he is able to thoroughly understand the needs DMOs have and the challenges they face. This helps guide Fourth Idea's approach to working with destination clients and to ensure that the potential of these relationships is fully realized.



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Through a collaborative effort by 10 organizations in Otsego County, a new partnership with the What’s Upstate NY initiative has resulted in the launch of a new website that answers a need for an inclusive and engaging recruitment tool showcasing the region...

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Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor invites New Yorkers to trace history and track miles as part of the Canalway Challenge in 2024. The free program welcomes people of all ages and abilities to set a personal mileage goal and then walk, run, cycle, or paddle along the NYS Canal System to achieve it and receive recognition and rewards...

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NYSTIA associate Sarah Walters provides key takeaways from Destination International's April 24 Update on Structured for Success: Content Publishing Best Practices, covering website structure, content opportunities, and best practices

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The Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association, in partnership with Bethel Woods Center for Arts, presents a food festival celebrating the cuisine of the Catskills and beyond. The weekend event (May 10-12) will showcase the beauty, resurgence, and popularity of the Sullivan Catskills and its distinct regional cuisine. Catskill Cuisine takes inspiration from local fare, farmers, and restaurants, featuring chefs and producers participating in tastings and demonstrations.

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The brewery and fishing industries are core to NYS tourism with more than 440 licensed breweries in New York State and more than 7,500 lakes and ponds, 70,000 miles of rivers and streams, and hundreds of miles of coastline. Let's add your destinations to the ROVA itinerary! 

Be a part of the August/September issue with special ROVA content on ROVA's Annual Brewery Round-Up and US Fishing Destinations! Each participant receives multimedia exposure on rovamag.com with a banner and those with a 1/4 page or larger can submit a blog to share your destination's story for the section theme(s).

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AMERICA Journal, established 30+ years ago, is the #1 German travel magazine featuring US destinations!

NYSTIA members have the opportunity to feature their destination in the Fall 2024 New York State section for a discounted rate! Content will be created by America Journal's professional travel writers with your input/requests. Sign up by June 28, 2024.



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No new job postings have been submitted this week, but be sure to view the open positions on our NYS Tourism Careers Page.

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Advancing responsible, sustainable economic 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.