Travel, tourism, arts and culture, history and food and beverage industries are critical to Charleston, driving significant economic impact, year after year. Tourism in Our Town, presented by CYP, will bring together experts to discuss the importance of these industries to our region and what the future may hold. 

Following the panel discussion, participants will be able to connect with local vendors who rely on tourism for their businesses, while sampling their food and beverages, all while connecting with fellow young professionals.

Tourism in Our Town is open to all Chamber members.

Scheduled Panelists Include:

• Tia Clark – Casual Crabbing with Tia – Founder/Owner/Entrepreneur
• Alyssa Smith – Charleston Wine + Food – Executive Director
• Catherine Dority – Explore Charleston – VP of Marketing
• Daniel Guttentag – College of Charleston School of Business – Director, Office of Tourism Analysis
• John Powell – SEWE – President and CEO
• Catherine Woods – The Charleston Place – Director of Communications and Special Programming

Scheduled Vendor Tables Include:

• Beyond Distilling Company
• Charleston Wine + Food
• Cooper River Bridge Run
• Nothing Bundt Cakes
• Spread Bagelry
• Hamby Catering
• Riverfront Park & the Venues at Riverfront Park
• Rudy Royale
• Wine & Tapas
• Wisconsin Meat & Cheese
• AND MORE!

For additional information or questions, please contact Celeste O’Keefe at cokeefe@charlestonchamber.com