EP 104: Visit Baltimore, President & CEO Al Hutchinson

EP 104 Visit Baltimore President & CEO Al Hutchinson

featuring  contributoirs: Ivan Martin, Natasha Axelrod, Trevor White & Amber Wendland

Al Hutchinson joined Visit Baltimore as President and CEO in November 2016. As the chief executive of the city’s official destination sales and marketing organization, he is responsible for overseeing the promotion of Baltimore to leisure travelers and convention business, while demonstrating the impact of tourism on the city and state.

Hutchinson boasts more than 27 years of experience in the destination marketing industry and has earned recognition for his leadership throughout his career. Most recently, he was recognized as one of the Daily Record’s 2019 Most Admired CEOs in Maryland.

Hutchinson is a Richmond, Virginia native and proud University of Alabama alumni. Alongside his wife Unae, he is the proud father of Asia and Jalen Hutchinson. Outside of work, Hutchinson enjoys listening to jazz music and rooting for the Alabama Crimson Tide

VisitBaltimore.com

Comedian Ivan Martin has produced over 200 Comedy Shows in the City of Baltimore. He was featured on Comedy Central's- Kevin Hart Hart of the City (Baltimore) and in 2020 he was named Baltimore's Best Comedian - Baltimore Sun. Also the Founder of the Baltimore Comedy Festival which is in it's 5th year and Co-Founder of the DC Comedy Festival
IG: @comedianivanmartin

Natasha Axelrod: A lawyer since 2010 with a passion for civic and legal education, Natasha Axelrod will serve as our legal contributor, informing and educating on general government and legal system basics as well as current events. You can find Natasha on Instagram at @natasha_axelrod and on YouTube at The Legal Blonde - Natasha Axelrod. (Legal disclaimer: the information provided in podcast episodes is meant for general informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice, and does not, nor is it intended to, constitute legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem.

Trevor White
As CEO of Valuable Business Solutions, Trevor is responsible for cultivating an environment that makes Valuable Business Solutions the most attractive destination for individuals and businesses seeking consulting services.
Prior to becoming the CEO of Valuable Business Solutions, Trevor spent seven years at some of the regions’ largest CPA and Management Consulting Firms. That was followed by five years as the Director of Operations and Finance for two Maryland based companies. Trevor began his career with a “Big Four” accounting firm in New York City, where he gained experience in business advisory and tax compliance.

@mrtaxpro

Amber Wendland, AICP is an urban, collegiate, and neighborhood planner and architect. She has a particular focus around planning and design in challenging urban environments and seeks opportunities that support equitable investment.

www.amberwendland.com

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Intro Track Produced by: Raph
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