Stephen Ekstrom

Advisory Panel Chair and Chief Strategist at Learn Tourism - the nonprofit academy at learntourism.org is Stephen Ekstrom. Ekstrom began his career in the 1990’s on college radio at Quinnipiac University. He went on to create and deliver successful tourism development strategies for now thriving destinations, theme restaurants, cultural institutions, theatrical management companies, and some of the world’s most recognized attractions. He’s called upon to speak at colleges and universities, conferences and countless panel discussions each year. He hosts Learn Tourism's Business Class podcast and is a featured writer for several travel magazines. He’s also been profiled by media giants like the New York Times, NBC, ABC, CBS Morning, and NY1.

Education that Takes you places

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Discover Kalamazoo's Ambassador Training Program: Empowering Stakeholders through Engagement, Inspiration, and Education
Introduction: Discover Kalamazoo, a leading destination marketing organization (DMO) in Kalamazoo,...
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Unveiling the Spirit of Travel with Bud Geissler, 2024 American Bus Association Marketplace Chair
In this heartwarming episode, join us as we embark on an incredible journey with the extraordinary...
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Insights from the 2023 Destinations International Conference...
The 2023 Destinations International Conference brought together tourism professionals, industry...
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In the Crosshairs: Your Destination and Gun Violence
Gun violence had become an all-too-frequent occurrence in the United States, with devastating...
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Developing an Advocate Workforce Through eLearning/Instructional Design
This article follows a live panel discussion on the same topic at the 2023 Destinations...
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The Power of Advocacy: Why Destination Marketing Organizations Need an Advocate Workforce
Having an advocate front-line workforce is crucial for destination marketing organizations (DMOs)...
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The Role of eLearning/Instructional Design in Tourism Workforce & Advocate Development
The role of eLearning/Instructional Design in building an effective advocate workforce in tourism...
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Glacier Country Montana: Enhancing Customer Experience With The Learn Tourism
Glacier Country, Montana, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and natural wonders, is a...
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Dallas: Inside the Vibrant Host City of the 2023 Destinations International Conference With Craig Davis
In this captivating episode, we sit down with Craig Davis, the visionary CEO ofVisit Dallas, the...
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Collaboration and the Goodness of Our People: A Conversation with Alana Cooper, CEO of Discover Monroe-West Monroe, Louisiana
Join us for a captivating episode of theLearn Tourism | learntourism.org's Business Class Podcast...

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