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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Hidden Gems: The Essential Roles of Tourism Ambassadors in Community Development
Tourism ambassadors play a crucial role in promoting tourism and enhancing the visitor experience...
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Decoding Human Behavior: A Conversation with Joseph St. Germain, Ph.D.
In this captivating episode of our podcast, The Academy's Co-founder and Business Class podcast...
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The Power of Simplicity: Why a Clear Course Outline is Crucial for Tourism Ambassador Training
In the ever-evolving world of tourism, the role of a tourism ambassador is vital in promoting...
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Designing an Efficient Tourism Ambassador Training Course for Busy Professionals
In today's fast-paced world, time is of the essence for busy professionals and adult learners...
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Unlocking the World: Online Training for Travel Advisors and Agents to Master Tourism Destinations and Products
Using online training to educate travel advisors and agents about tourism destinations and products...
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Spotlight: Mesa, Arizona with Marc Garcia, President & CEO of Visit Mesa
Welcome to theBusiness Class Podcast, where we explore the fascinating world of travel, tourism,...
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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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