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Destination Capitol Hill 2027

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📅 19 April 2027 – 21 April 📍 Washington, US ↗ 🏢 U.S. Travel Association

Destination Capitol Hill is the premier advocacy event for the US travel industry, bringing together travel professionals to meet with policymakers and Congress to discuss policies that impact travel and tourism.

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Organizer

U.S. Travel Association

Nonprofit · Washington, United States · Founded 1941

Serves as the national non-profit trade association promoting and advocating for the multi-billion dollar United States travel industry.

Runs 4 events → LinkedIn ↗

Why people attend

To advocate for travel policies, meet with lawmakers, network with industry leaders, and influence legislation affecting the hospitality and travel industry.

Exhibitor categories

Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs)Tourism BoardsTravel Industry AssociationsHotels & AccommodationsTourism Advocacy Groups

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Speakers

26 speakers at Destination Capitol Hill

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Byron Donalds

Congressman (R-FL 19th District) · U.S. House of Representatives

"Legislative Speaker Series: Rep. Byron Donalds"

Bio

Rep. Donalds represents Florida’s 19th Congressional District and serves on the House Small Business Committee, advocating for small businesses in the leisure and hospitality sector.

travel industry recoverysmall business advocacylegislative policy

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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Zoe Lofgren

U.S. Representative (CA-18) · U.S. House of Representatives

"Legislative Speaker Series: Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA 19th District)"

Bio

Senior member of the House Judiciary Committee and Subcommittee on Antitrust, Commercial and Administrative Law

antitrust reformindependent grocers

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week, NGA Executive Conference & Public Policy Summit

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Sharice L. Davids

U.S. Representative · U.S. House of Representatives

"Legislative Speaker Series: U.S. Representative Sharice L. Davids (D-KS)"

Bio

U.S. Representative for Kansas' 3rd Congressional District and a key advocate in supporting travel industry needs in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill and small business relief programs.

travel industry policyBipartisan Infrastructure Billsmall business relief

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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Bill Hagerty

U.S. Senator (R-TN) · U.S. Senate

"Legislative Speaker Series: Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-TN)"

Bio

Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) is currently serving his first term representing his home state of Tennessee. Prior to Congress, he served as the U.S. Ambassador to Japan and as Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. He has also served on the boards of several private companies, including Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc.

travel industry economicstravel legislationeconomic development

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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Darin LaHood

Congressman (R-IL 18th District) · U.S. Congress

"Legislative Speaker Series Ft. Congressman Darin LaHood"

Bio

Congressman Darin LaHood serves Illinois' 18th district, representing 19 counties across central and west-central areas of the state. He is a key advocate for policies working to ensure all sectors of the travel industry recover evenly, and notably, introduced the bipartisan Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act.

travel industry recoveryeconomic policyhospitality legislation

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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Jim VandeHei

Co-Founder and CEO of Axios, Co-Founder and Former CEO of POLITICO · Axios

politicsindustry implicationsgeopolitics

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week, AUVSI XPONENTIAL, AUVSI XPONENTIAL

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Diane Swonk

Chief Economist · KPMG / DS Economics

Bio

Chief Economist at KPMG and CEO of DS Economics, advisor to the Federal Reserve Board and U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

economicspolicy makingfinancial services

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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Nitin Chadda

Co-Founder & Managing Partner · WestExec Advisors

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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Chris Gabaldon

President & CEO · Moët Hennessy North America

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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David Wright

Chief Commercial Officer · U.S. Soccer Federation

sports mediadigital platformsfan engagement

Also speaking at NAB Show, CHEMUK EXPO, AI for Good Global Summit 2026

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Mike Gottlieb

Managing Partner · Penta Group

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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Bill Hornbuckle

CEO & President · MGM Resorts International

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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Will Jimeno

Author · Retired Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department

Bio

Colombian-American author and retired police officer.

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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Jason Liberty

CEO · Royal Caribbean Cruises

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week, Aspen Ideas Festival

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Geoff Freeman

President and CEO · U.S. Travel Association

travel policyindustry leadership

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week, U.S. Travel's Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO) 2026

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Erik Hansen

Senior Vice President, Head of Government Relations · U.S. Travel Association

Bio

The association’s advocacy strategy in Washington Congressional and administration dynamics shaping travel policy Recent wins, setbacks and what’s next for the industry’s agenda

government relationstravel policyadvocacy

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week

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Frequently asked questions

When is Destination Capitol Hill?+
Destination Capitol Hill takes place on 19 April 2027 to 21 April 2027.
Where is Destination Capitol Hill held?+
Destination Capitol Hill is held at Washington, US.
Who organises Destination Capitol Hill?+
Destination Capitol Hill is organised by U.S. Travel Association.

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