Visit California is a nonprofit organization with a mission to develop and maintain marketing programs — in partnership with the state's travel industry — that keep California top-of-mind as a premier travel destination. California is the No. 1 travel destination in the country. 

In 2018, travel and tourism expenditures generated a projected $140.6 billion in revenue for California businesses. The money spent by travelers directly supported jobs for 1.2 million Californians and generated $11.8 billion in state and local tax revenues. Tourism is California’s fourth-largest employer among industries with an export component.

For more information about Visit California, go to www.Industry.VisitCalifornia.com or www.VisitCalifornia.com.

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Caroline Beteta

Christina Chuchas

Diane Cody

Stephanie Devries

Heather Huckeba

Kelly Wells (Yang)

Brandy Hill

Amy Chambers

Sommer McCormick

Lindsey Cody

Jordan Kerr

Terry Minton

Ryan Becker

Lynn Carpenter

Leona Reed

Erika Diprofio

Angie Pappas

Sarah Gilbert

The Operations and Event Planning team at Visit California orchestrates logistics and coordination for events that promote California as a premier travel destination. They manage event planning from conception to execution, ensuring seamless operations, partnering with travel industry stakeholders, and fostering group business initiatives to drive tourism and economic growth in the state.

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