Visit Pensacola recently announced the appointment of Tony Lyle as its next President and CEO, effective October 26, 2026. Bringing more than 25 years of destination marketing and tourism leadership experience to the organization and the Pensacola community, Lyle joins Visit Pensacola from Visit Galveston in Galveston, Texas, where he served as the Executive Director for the past three years.
The Groups Today “Newsmakers of the Year” initiative recognizes the individuals, organizations, associations, and companies that have recently made the biggest impact on the group travel industry. From tour operators and advisors to destinations, suppliers, and industry leaders, this feature spotlights those who’ve shaped important conversations, introduced new ideas, closed impressive deals, or drove meaningful change within the group travel space.
The Groups Today “Newsmakers of the Year” initiative recognizes the individuals, organizations, associations, and companies that have recently made the biggest impact on the group travel industry. From tour operators and advisors to destinations, suppliers, and industry leaders, this feature spotlights those who’ve shaped important conversations, introduced new ideas, closed impressive deals, or drove meaningful change within the group travel space.
Keep reading to learn more about 2026 Newsmaker, the Adventure Travel Trade Association!
The Groups Today “Newsmakers of the Year” initiative recognizes the individuals, organizations, associations, and companies that have recently made the biggest impact on the group travel industry. From tour operators and advisors to destinations, suppliers, and industry leaders, this feature spotlights those who’ve shaped important conversations, introduced new ideas, closed impressive deals, or drove meaningful change within the group travel space.
Keep reading to learn more about 2026 Newsmaker, John Sage (Accessible Travel Solutions and Sage Traveling)!
The Groups Today “Newsmakers of the Year” initiative recognizes the individuals, organizations, associations, and companies that have recently made the biggest impact on the group travel industry. From tour operators and advisors to destinations, suppliers, and industry leaders, this feature spotlights those who’ve shaped important conversations, introduced new ideas, closed impressive deals, or drove meaningful change within the group travel space.
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