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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Unlocking Cost-Effective Training: 6 Reasons to Choose Online Tourism Ambassador Programs With LearnTourism.org
Training tourism ambassadors online offers several cost-effective advantages compared to...
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Red Sea Global: Empowering Tourism Professionals through English Training
Background: Red Sea Global, a leading tourism development organization, has partnered with the ...
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Enhancing Destination Marketing: The Importance of English for Tourism Online Courses and the Role of the Learn Tourism
In today's globalized world, the tourism industry is thriving, with millions of people traveling to...
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Bruce Beckham: Transforming Travel for Good with Tourism Cares
Welcome to this inspiring episode of our podcast, where we dive deep into the world of sustainable...
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Enhancing Tourism Ambassador Training: The Power of Online Education
In the ever-evolving world of travel and tourism, the role of tourism ambassadors is vital. These...
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Collaboration Is Key In Tourism Education
Tourism is an industry that relies heavily on collaboration and cooperation among different...
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Transforming Caribbean Tourism: Insights from Stephen Ekstrom, CEO of the Learn Tourism
In a highly anticipated session at the Caribbean Tourism Accelerator Conference, Stephen Ekstrom,...
From Backpacking To The Boardroom, Kristina Wilson Explains
"Whatever job you start in, especially in tourism, be a sponge - keep your eyes open, pay attention...
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Guest Lecturers Announced for Tourism Leadership Accelerator
We're thrilled to announce the lineup of guest lecturers for our upcoming tourism leadership...
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The Power of eLearning for Tourism Front-Line Workers and DMO Stakeholders
The global tourism industry has witnessed a significant shift towards digital solutions in various...

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