A New Idea to Accelerate Your Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Efforts

Destinations are in search of EDI programs that are tangible, effective and meet organizational goals. The San Diego Tourism Authority (SDTA) will share details on their new Diversity Accelerator program that drew over 50 applicants, grew membership, gained new corporate sponsors and extensive media coverage, and garnered widespread support from diverse community groups and elected officials. The SDTA will share how their program came to be and hand you the tools to launch a similar version in your destination to advance your EDI advocacy and revenue goals.

Presented by the San Diego Tourism Authority

Please note that attendance at a Destinations International webinar is eligible for one (1) CDME Continuing Education (CE) credit. Credit can only be earned through live virtual attendance. Watching recorded webinars does not count toward CDME CE credit.

Brian Hilemon

Senior Director of Marketing Partnerships

San Diego Tourism Authority

Brian Hilemon is a 15-year veteran of the San Diego Tourism Authority. In his role as Senior Director of Marketing Partnerships he is responsible for all private source revenue generation, sponsorship, partnership, and advertising sales.

Brian serves on the boards of the Holiday Bowl, California Restaurant Association, MTS Taxicab Advisory Committee and is a Past President of the One Club for Creativity (formerly, San Diego Ad Club).
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Brian is a native San Diegan and resides in Lakeside with his wife of 16 years and their four children.