Category: Press Releases

Experience Columbus Launches Diversity Apprenticeship Program

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Aug 11, 2021

City tourism entities recruiting several BIPOC apprentices for full-time career opportunities to help close the racial equity gap in the industry To help overcome underrepresentation in the tourism industry, Experience Columbus and the Greater…

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2021 State of the Visitor Industry: First Quarter Report

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May 04, 2021

COLUMBUS – In conjunction with the 38th annual National Travel and Tourism Week, this year recognizing the Power of Travel and the industry’s role in bringing back our vibrant communities, restoring the economy and rebuilding our workforce…

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Experience Columbus Releases 2020 Annual Report

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Apr 16, 2021

COLUMBUS – The 2020 Experience Columbus Annual Report, released today, shows that despite a tough 2020 the city is well poised for a strong recovery in 2021. As 2020 focused largely on local support and keeping the community connected to local…

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Experience Columbus Announces Changes to 2021 Board of Directors

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Mar 24, 2021

COLUMBUS – Experience Columbus introduced numerous changes to its board of directors at the organization’s board meeting, held this morning via Zoom. Janelle N. Coleman, vice president, corporate philanthropy and community engagement at American…

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Columbus’ Primary Visitor Touchpoints Achieve Global Cleanliness Accreditation

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Mar 11, 2021

The city’s international airport, convention center, transportation system, largest hotels and event venues are prepared for the return of larger gatherings and meetings COLUMBUS, Ohio – In preparation for larger gatherings and the return of meetings…

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The Ohio State University Introduces Free Online Course on Infection Prevention

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Feb 10, 2021

With increased need to help keep public spaces safer, course enhances professional knowledge. READ MORE…

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New Experience Columbus Chatbot Serves as Holiday Gift Assistant

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Dec 09, 2020

As first destination to bring conversational AI to visitors, chatbot joins host of digital trip planning tools to enhance economic recovery COLUMBUS – Experience Columbus has worked with Satisfi Labs to develop a virtual chat assistant on the…

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2020 State of the Visitor Industry: Third Quarter Report

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Nov 12, 2020

COLUMBUS – The tourism industry remains steadfast in its efforts to outlast the spread of COVID-19 according to the state of the visitor industry report from Experience Columbus and the Greater Columbus Sports Commission. “2020 has been anything but…

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Columbus Roar & Explore Pass, Packages Offer Flexible Options for Safe Yet Unforgettable Getaway

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Oct 06, 2020

COLUMBUS – The New Roar & Explore Pass and overnight getaways offer Columbus visitors and locals alike incredible flexibility with fully customizable experiences at an affordable price. Whether they’re local Cbus residents, visiting from out-of-town…

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Tax Revenue Generated by Columbus Visitors Grows to $1.35 billion in 2019

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Sep 22, 2020

Increases in visits, visitor spend, and jobs supported highlight importance of jumpstarting tourism economy amidst COVID-19 COLUMBUS – Throughout 2019 the Greater Columbus tourism economy continued to grow, seeing increases in number of visitors…

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