Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 9, 2024, and join us at the Galveston Island Convention Center for "Tourism Talk: State of Galveston's Tourism Industry."
This year's event zeroes in on the pivotal role of Community Partnership, Stewardship, and Sustainable Tourism in shaping the future of our local tourism sector.
Designed for hospitality and tourism professionals across Galveston Island, this day-long event offers a unique blend of networking opportunities, community engagement, and insightful presentations from industry leaders. Highlights include discussions on the benefits of investing in Galveston tourism, the latest trends in AI and social media, cultural arts, and heritage tourism, alongside a look into the operations of the Park Board.
Don't miss this chance to connect with peers, learn from experts, and be part of Galveston's tourism growth and sustainability efforts. We look forward to welcoming you to an informative and productive day at the 2024 Galveston Tourism Talks.
| 9:30AM | Registration Open – Coffee and water service in pre-function area |
| 10:15 – 10:30AM | Welcome and Introductions – Tony Lyle |
| 10:30 – 11:15AM | “The Benefits of Investing in Galveston Tourism” |
| 11:15AM -12:00PM | The Future is NOW! AI & Social Media |
| 12:00 – 12:45PM | Buffet Lunch and Expo |
| 1:00pm – 1:45PM | Keynote – Mr. Tim Trefzer, VP Sports & Venues, LEED AP Honeycomb Strategies |
| 2:00 – 2:30PM | Cultural Arts and Historical/Heritage Tourism |
| 2:45 – 3:45PM | Park Board 101 |
| 3:45PM | THANK YOU and Announcement of 2025 10th Anniversary Tourism Summit May 8th, 2025. |
| 4:00 – 5:00PM | Social Networking and Refreshments |
Click here to register.
