For Kansas City. From the Heart.

ATO 2024

TUESDAY, SEPT. 17, 2024
The Midland Theatre

PROGRAM

THE LATEST FROM VISIT KC

Hear from Kathy Nelson, President & CEO, and members of Visit KC's leadership team for insights on key organizational efforts, including sales, marketing, partnership, tourism development and Visit KC's executive office.

Explore each role's work in tandem with one another and our stakeholders to capitalize upon present and upcoming developments influencing tourism throughout the region.

TOURISM ICON AWARD

The Kansas City Tourism Icon Award is presented annually to Kansas City visionaries who champion the power of tourism. The award recognizes those who have made significant contributions to the city's tourism industry, and who have furthered the mission and ideals of Visit KC.

RECEPTION & NETWORKING

Following the formal program, join us for a favorite annual tradition: Our KC-inspired reception showcasing local tastemakers and offering opportunities to connect with fellow industry experts.

SPEAKERS

Kathy Nelson

KATHY NELSON

Serving as the President & CEO of Visit KC and the KC Sports Commission and Foundation, Nelson provides strategic oversight to both regional organizations, helping to generate economic development for the destination through meetings, conventions, sports and tourism.

Nathan Hermiston

NATHAN HERMISTON

Nathan Hermiston, Visit KC’s Senior Vice President of Sales & Services, has guided the growth of Kansas City’s convention business to record levels. With KC’s new venues opening and increased visibility as a travel hotspot, the Sales & Services team is deploying creative new approaches to bolster bookings.

Traci Moon

TRACI MOON

As Visit KC’s Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications, Traci Moon has recently overseen the rollout of our latest integrated marketing campaign to resounding success. Reflective of the spirit at the heart of KC, the effort is resonating in more markets than ever before.

Jenny Wilson

JENNY WILSON

In addition to booming interest from domestic markets, KC is emerging as a market of interest for international visitors and travel professionals. As Vice President of Tourism Development, Jenny Wilson oversees new approaches that capitalize upon the growth of this burgeoning market.