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2026 Newsmakers of the Year: 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. Fro...
Read MoreDiscover Long Island (DLI), the region’s only accredited destination marketing organization, has appointed Sharon Wyman, CDME, as its new President & Chief Executive Officer following a comprehensive search conducted by the organization’s Board of Directors.
Raised in Western Canada, Terry Fischer was introduced to the travel and transportation industry early, as his father owned a school bus company. Having earned his CDL license at 18, Fischer quickly recognized that what began as something practical soon became his calling. At 20, he took a summer job driving a tour bus in the Canadian Rockies for Brewster in Banff.
Shannon Stowell, CEO, Adventure Travel Trade Association
The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) has published its 2025 Adventure Travel Market Sizing Report, proving that adventure travel is no longer a fringe segment of tourism. Groups Today caught up with ATTA CEO Shannon Stowell to learn more.
The Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau has announced the addition of Tara Hippensteel as Leisure & International Sales Manager, bringing extensive experience and industry relationships to the team.
Commissioner, Tennessee Department of Tourist Development
Chair of the Board, Travel South USA
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