Newport Picked to Host ITMI Symposium

The International Tour Management Institute Symposium has announced they will be holding their annual conference here in Newport in January.

The tourism industry conference brings domestic and international tour operators together along with meeting planners and tour directors for seminars and “continuing professional education,” according to a release.

“Newport’s breath-taking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage make this an ideal venue for our annual conference,” said Ted Bravos, CEO of ITMI. “We are excited to announce a stellar roster of speakers and presenters who will educate and inspire attendees.”

The ITMI Symposium will run from Jan 25 to 29.

ITMI said that at the conference, Industry stakeholders share valuable market intelligence about consumer preferences and trends. Familiarization trips highlight the history and the many unique attractions the area offers.

Confirmed speakers include Martha Johnson, former Administrator, U.S. General Services Administration an author of “On My Watch: Leadership, Innovation & Personal Resilience;” Elizabeth Becker, former New York Times correspondent and author of “OVERBOOKED: The Exploding Business of Travel & Tourism;” and Lisa Simon, who served as the leader of the National Tour Association for 28 years.