Demand dipped a bit from week prior to 244,131 room nights sold throughout the county.This week’s softening came from a lessening in room night demand over the weekend.Sunday through Wednesday nights averaged 30,500 rooms sold, while Thursday sold 33,600.Friday and Saturday nights lost a combined 7,000 room nights sold compared to last week; Friday sold near 42,000 rooms while … [Read more...] about Weekly Hotel Performance – May 2-8, 2021
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SDTA Welcomes New Board Members Nominees
The San Diego Tourism Authority is thrilled to announce the FY 2022 Board of Directors nominees have been selected for approval. Their two three-year terms will commence on July 1, 2021 and end on June 30, 2022. We look forward to their leadership and insight in steering the future of the San Diego Tourism Authority. TONY YOUNG President & … [Read more...] about SDTA Welcomes New Board Members Nominees
Shawn Dixon
Shawn Dixon serves as Chief Operating Officer for San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, a global nonprofit conservation organization with work across six continents, as well as its two conservation parks, the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. He oversees the day-to-day activities of the organization, ensuring San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance continues to lead in … [Read more...] about Shawn Dixon
Jody Blackinton
As the Regional Vice President of Operations for the West Coast, Jody brings over 25 years of industry experience to her role. She is currently responsible for the overall operations of 15 hotels, consisting of brands such as Marriott, Hilton and several independent hotels. Jody spent 19 years of her career with Sage Hospitality as a General Manager and assisting in multiple … [Read more...] about Jody Blackinton
Rick Fultz
Senior Vice President and Chief Business Officer, Biocom—San Diego Rick is responsible for leading the organization's membership, sponsorship and revenue efforts, as well as marketing and business systems, growth and partnering initiatives and overall business development strategies. He also oversees all aspects of the group purchasing organization and ensures positive … [Read more...] about Rick Fultz