Luncheon - Thursday, July 16, 2009
Tourism in Northern Virginia
As the third largest retail industry in the state, the tourism industry plays a critical role to the economy of the Commonwealth and of northern Virginia. Fairfax County leads all counties in Virginia in travel expenditures and jobs directly generated by domestic traveler spending. In 2007, domestic travel expenditures in Fairfax County reached over $2.5 billion, accounting for 13.6 percent of the state total. These expenditures generated $534.7 million in payroll income and 30,000 jobs for county residents. During the same time period, Loudoun County posted close to $1.4 billion in domestic expenditures to rank third in the state. These expenditures generated $523.5 million in payroll as well as 15,900 jobs within the county.
Join the Committee for Dulles on July 16 at the Hyatt for a look at what's happening in Tourism in 2009. Our keynote speaker will be Barry Biggar, CEO of Visit Fairfax, the non-profit organization in charge of the county's tourism promotion and is directed by many of the county's top tourism and hospitality leaders. Along with Mr. Biggar we will have representatives from major tourist attractions in our area.
Luncheon Sponsors:
Clarke-Hook | Mary Gayle Holden | M.C. Dean | Thomas Simmons Agency
Time and Location:
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Reception at 11:30 AM, Lunch served at noon.
Hyatt Dulles - directions
RSVP by Monday prior to luncheon:
CFD Members payment in advance, $45; payment at the door: $50
Nonmembers payment in advance $55; Payment at the door $60
Pay Credit Member Pay Credit Nonmember Pay Mail/Fax Pay at Door
More information:
Contact Committee For Dulles, 703-430-8749