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Sharon Pinkenson

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India Hicks

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Tina Brown

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Angela Val

Angela Val, President &amp; CEO of VISIT PHILADELPHIA®, shared the story behind her title with us on May 22, 2022.Angela is charged with spearheading the economic engine for the region’s robust tourism industry, which supports local businesses, creates jobs, generates taxes, and ultimately enhances residents’ quality of life.A recognized trailblazer within Philadelphia’s tourism and hospitality industry, Val brings more than two decades of destination marketing experience to her role, which she assumed in June 2022. Her distinct track record of success and impact in destination marketing and organizational leadership will take VISIT PHILADELPHIA® to new heights of recognition among diverse regional and national audiences.Val’s homecoming to VISIT PHILADELPHIA® is full-circle. She began her career at the organization 17 years ago, where she worked her way up from executive assistant to the c-suite. Her efforts helped establish the organization as a powerhouse, executing some of its most successful campaigns and initiatives, including With Art Philadelphia, Philly 360, Philadelphia Neighborhoods, and the Philly Overnight Hotel Package. Val significantly contributed to the organization’s growth and concluded her first tenure in 2016 as Chief External Affairs Officer.Val is an effective leader, connector, and culture builder, always striving to lead by example with an approachable and earnest executive style. She is abundantly committed to bringing vibrancy to Philadelphia’s business and cultural communities and currently serves on the board of Horizons Greater Philadelphia. A Maryland native, Val moved to Philadelphia to attend Drexel University, where she received her bachelor’s degree and made the city her chosen home upon graduation. Thirty-one years later, she now resides in Point Breeze with her husband, Joe.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/women-to-watch-r/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy &amp; Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Angela Val, <a href="https://www.visitphilly.com/media-center/press-releases/visit-philadelphia-names-angela-val-as-president-and-ceo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">President &amp; CEO of VISIT PHILADELPHIA®</a>, shared the story behind her title with us on May 22, 2022.Angela is charged with spearheading the economic engine for the region’s robust tourism industry, which supports local businesses, creates jobs, generates taxes, and ultimately enhances residents’ quality of life.A recognized trailblazer within Philadelphia’s tourism and hospitality industry, Val brings more than two decades of destination marketing experience to her role, which she assumed in June 2022. Her distinct track record of success and impact in destination marketing and organizational leadership will take VISIT PHILADELPHIA® to new heights of recognition among diverse regional and national audiences.Val’s homecoming to VISIT PHILADELPHIA® is full-circle. She began her career at the organization 17 years ago, where she worked her way up from executive assistant to the c-suite. Her efforts helped establish the organization as a powerhouse, executing some of its most successful campaigns and initiatives, including With Art Philadelphia, Philly 360, Philadelphia Neighborhoods, and the Philly Overnight Hotel Package. Val significantly contributed to the organization’s growth and concluded her first tenure in 2016 as Chief External Affairs Officer.Val is an effective leader, connector, and culture builder, always striving to lead by example with an approachable and earnest executive style. She is abundantly committed to bringing vibrancy to Philadelphia’s business and cultural communities and currently serves on the board of Horizons Greater Philadelphia. A Maryland native, Val moved to Philadelphia to attend Drexel University, where she received her bachelor’s degree and made the city her chosen home upon graduation. Thirty-one years later, she now resides in Point Breeze with her husband, Joe.Support this podcast at — <a href="https://redcircle.com/women-to-watch-r/donations" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://redcircle.com/women-to-watch-r/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href="https://redcircle.com/brands" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy &amp; Opt-Out: <a href="https://redcircle.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Angela Val, Visit Philadelphia

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Host and KYW Newsradio Community Affairs Reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the Trump administration’s impact on federal courts. Guests include Penn Law Professor Kermit Roosevelt and Drexel Law Professor Lisa Tucker.Newsmaker is Visit Philadelphia CEO Jeff Guaracino.Finally- the Patriot Homecare changemakers are Eric Marsh of The Fathering Circle and Toby Fraser of Lutheran Settlement House. LINK: https://we.tl/t-Bb4qPHzxCq  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host and KYW Newsradio Community Affairs Reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the Trump administration’s impact on federal courts. Guests include Penn Law Professor Kermit Roosevelt and Drexel Law Professor Lisa Tucker. Newsmaker is Visit Philadelphia CEO Jeff Guaracino. Finally- the Patriot Homecare changemakers are Eric Marsh of The Fathering Circle and Toby Fraser of Lutheran Settlement House. LINK: <a href="https://we.tl/t-Bb4qPHzxCq" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://we.tl/t-Bb4qPHzxCq</a> To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: <a href="https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Flashpoint: Trump Administration’s Impact on SCOTUS, Visit Philadelphia, The Fathering Circle & Lutheran Settlement House

First Person Arts returns to BEN Around Philly to talk about their upcoming Ex Files Story Slam(s) on Valentine’s Day at Underground Arts. Tanesha Ford, Marketing Director for First Person Arts and local Philly comedian Alyssa Al-Dookhi join Kristen in the studio to talk about this 10th Annual Ex Files Story Slam, with two shows Friday, February 14th at 7pm and 9pm. Alyssa will will be hosting, along with John Deary. The two co-host a game show the last Saturday of every month called Makeup or Breakup, at Good Good Comedy (next show February 29th). First Person Arts Story Slams allow 10 random audience members to share their stories, based on that month’s theme, in a competition for Best Storyteller each month. Winners from each show get a $100 grand prize and a chance to compete in the GrandSlam in May. This Valentine’s Day, arrive prepared with a story about your ex (or exes), or simply listen to the 10 stories as an audience member and participate as an audience judge. The Ex Files Story Slam is super popular and both shows will SELL OUT. Get your tickets ($15) for either the 7pm or 9pm show (or both, as they’ll be completely different) at FirstPersonArts.org.  On Tuesday, Kristen attended the 2020 Visit Philadelphia Annual Tourism and Hospitality Industry Outlook. The 2020 Outlook was held at the beautiful Met Philadelphia on Broad Street, and featured Visit Philadelphia’s president and CEO Jeff Guaracino, Mayor Jim Kenney, as well as a number of other state, regional and local hospitality industry leaders. The presentation shed light on many of the projects and programs in the works for Philadelphia and the tourism industry this year, and into the next decade. Hear about some of Visit Philadelphia’s upcoming tourism and marketing initiatives, including a Visit Philadelphia podcast, increased marketing in Canada, a new James Beard Foundation Partnership, Real ID awareness, the new ‘City of Sisterly Love’ designation and more. Find more information at VisitPhilly.com. 

First Person Arts returns to BEN Around Philly to talk about their upcoming Ex Files Story Slam(s) on Valentine’s Day at Underground Arts. Tanesha Ford, Marketing Director for First Person Arts and local Philly comedian Alyssa Al-Dookhi join Kristen in the studio to talk about this 10th Annual Ex Files Story Slam, with two shows Friday, February 14th at 7pm and 9pm. Alyssa will will be hosting, along with John Deary. The two co-host a game show the last Saturday of every month called Makeup or Breakup, at Good Good Comedy (next show February 29th). First Person Arts Story Slams allow 10 random audience members to share their stories, based on that month’s theme, in a competition for Best Storyteller each month. Winners from each show get a $100 grand prize and a chance to compete in the GrandSlam in May. This Valentine’s Day, arrive prepared with a story about your ex (or exes), or simply listen to the 10 stories as an audience member and participate as an audience judge. The Ex Files Story Slam is super popular and both shows will SELL OUT. Get your tickets ($15) for either the 7pm or 9pm show (or both, as they’ll be completely different) at <a href="http://FirstPersonArts.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FirstPersonArts.org</a>.  On Tuesday, Kristen attended the 2020 Visit Philadelphia Annual Tourism and Hospitality Industry Outlook. The 2020 Outlook was held at the beautiful Met Philadelphia on Broad Street, and featured Visit Philadelphia’s president and CEO Jeff Guaracino, Mayor Jim Kenney, as well as a number of other state, regional and local hospitality industry leaders. The presentation shed light on many of the projects and programs in the works for Philadelphia and the tourism industry this year, and into the next decade. Hear about some of Visit Philadelphia’s upcoming tourism and marketing initiatives, including a Visit Philadelphia podcast, increased marketing in Canada, a new James Beard Foundation Partnership, Real ID awareness, the new ‘City of Sisterly Love’ designation and more. Find more information at <a href="http://VisitPhilly.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VisitPhilly.com</a>.

First Person Arts Ex Files Story Slam and the 2020 Visit Philadelphia Industry Outlook

Jeff Guaracino

Season 2 Episode 34: Marketing a Region | Growing Greater This week on “Growing Greater” we are joined by Jeff Guaracino President and CEO of Visit Philadelphia, the Greater Philadelphia region’s official tourism marketing agency. Jeff talked with Matt Cabrey, Executive Director of Select Greater Philadelphia, a council of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia about how they build the image, drive visitation, and boost the economy of the region.

Season 2 Episode 34: Marketing a Region | Growing Greater This week on “Growing Greater” we are joined by Jeff Guaracino President and CEO of Visit Philadelphia, the Greater Philadelphia region’s official tourism marketing agency. Jeff talked with Matt Cabrey, Executive Director of Select Greater Philadelphia, a council of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia about how they build the image, drive visitation, and boost the economy of the region.

Visit Philadelphia: Jeff Guaracino | Growing Greater