Mission Statement
Our Mission
Visit Baltimore is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit that generates economic benefits for the region by marketing Baltimore as an enriching destination for leisure visitors and an ideal location for meetings and conventions. We also advocate for the local tourism community and work collaboratively with them to provide positive experiences for all guests. We also work to develop the next generation of hospitality leaders through the Visit Baltimore Education and Training Foundation.
What We Do
Visit Baltimore is the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for Baltimore. In this role, we:
- Inspire people to visit our great destination and to experience the products and services offered by our stakeholders.
- Generate economic benefits for the greater Baltimore region through the power of collaboration and partnership.
- Serve as the liaison between partners, customer and stakeholders.
- Provide stakeholders with the necessary tools and information to make their products and services competitive in the marketplace.
- Approach all of our work through the lens of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
Who We Serve
- Members of the tourism industry such as hotels, restaurants and attractions.
- Customers such as meeting planners, tour operators, individual tourists and media.
- Stakeholders including government, citizens and partner organizations. Partner organizations represented include lodging, dining, arts, attractions, shopping, transportation, associations and government agencies.
Visit Baltimore Leadership Team
Al HutchinsonPresident & CEO |
Craig D. VayChief Financial Officer |
Trish McCleanChief Marketing Officer |
Kireem SwintonVice President of Sales & Customer Experience |
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Directors of the Baltimore Convention & Tourism Board
Charles G. "Chuck" Tildon, III
Margot Amelia
Secretary Kevin Anderson
Rob Arthur
Greg Bader
Rob Boidock
P. David Bramble
Greg Brown
Richard Bryant
Mac Campbell
Janet Currie
Lynnette Dodson
Terry Donahue
Vanessa A. Finney
Tony Foreman
Kirby Fowler
Terri L. Freeman
Michael Frenz
Senator Antonio Hayes
J. Howard Henderson
Al Hutchinson
Ted Jabara
Mohannad “Mo” Jishi
Patrick Miner
Asma Naeem
Tracey Omogbehin
Thomas Penny
Frank Remesch
Eric Reyes
Onahlea Shimunek
Alex Smith
Ricky Smith
Shelonda Stokes
Colin Tarbert
Cindy van Rensburg
Juan Webster
Justin A. WIlliams
Ex Officio
Johnny Olszewski, Jr.
Steuart Pittman, Jr.
Counsel
Steve Bers
Elena DiPietro
Board of Directors Meeting Dates
Meetings of the Board of Directors of the Baltimore Convention & Tourism Board:
- March 27, 2024
- June 12, 2024
- September 11, 2024
- November 13, 2024
Unless otherwise noted, all board meetings are on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
If you need additional information, please contact Deborah Ivory, Board Administrator, at [email protected].
Board meetings may occasionally be closed if and as permitted in accordance with the Maryland Open Meetings Act.
Our Impact
At Visit Baltimore, we know that when people explore our neighborhoods, eat at an outstanding restaurant, stay at a world-class hotel, or get a taste of our booming arts scene, they see our city in a new light. This enthusiasm for Baltimore translates into small business sales, tax revenue, job creation, positive media attention and even a strong real estate market.
- In 2022, more than 26 million people visited Baltimore for overnight and day trips, increasing from 2021 by 10%. 79% of overnight travelers are repeat visitors.
- Domestic travel to Baltimore increased by 39% in 2022, bringing in $3.7 billion to Baltimore’s economy, according to data released by Longwoods International.
- In 2022, 51 events at the BCC brought in an estimated total of $136.6 million in economic impact.
- Visit Baltimore has consistently generated local taxes that exceed its annual budget. Working with Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, we have been able to quantify our return on investment. For the total budget spent by Visit Baltimore in 2019, the city received $23 in direct impact, or $23 dollars for every single dollar spent.
For examples of the positive press Visit Baltimore has earned, please visit our Baltimore Spotlight page.
Annual Reports
To learn more about our impact, view the latest addition of our annual report below, or click here.
Advocacy & Community Engagement
Learn more about what Visit Baltimore is doing for the community and the value of tourism.