4 From the Editor 6 Voices of Leadership
Business
June 2017
8 InBrief IPW highlights busy stretch for NTA staff , members | Welcome aboard | ’ Tis the season for NTA Meet-ups
10 Relating to Government While the U . S . government works on a comprehensive infrastructure and transportation package , improvements are still being made throughout the country thanks to the FAST Act .
12 NTA members represented on the U . S . Travel and Tourism Advisory Board A group of 30-plus tourism professionals , including representatives from many NTA members , are part of an advisory board that makes proposals regarding travel industry issues to the U . S . commerce secretary .
13 Tourism Cares for Oakland Oakland played host to the first project in the City Tourism series of giveback events that Tourism Cares is organizing in 2017 . Three NTA staff members share their thoughts on volunteering and the city .
14 Partners in prime time Collaborative NTA event sponsorships build business for the partnering organizations , and they make Travel Exchange and Contact more enjoyable , engaging and affordable for all members . Learn what goes into making successful partnerships .
17 3 questions with NTA Chairman and CEO Jay Smith Jay discusses his Just Bring One challenge , how it can put money in members ’ pockets and its impact on Travel Exchange in San Antonio .
18 What ’ s On Burn , baby burn , Reno artferno | Miami museum movin ’ on up
Resources
51 Courier ’ s Guide to NTA Tour Operator Receptive Services
Community
60 Meet the Members Visit Wheeling , WV | Scenic Safaris
62 New Members 63 Ad Index / NTA Events Calendar
64 AfterWords A recent trip to three California parks — Yosemite , Sequoia and Kings Canyon — reminded Courier designer Jeff Quire of the majesty of U . S . national parks and how important they are to travelers from around the world .
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