Government & Community Affairs Committee

Usually meets the 4^th Thursday of every month from 8:00-9:30 a.m.

• Provide feedback and guidance to VISIT DENVER’s Director of Government & Community Affairs on policy issues that may affect Denver’s tourism environment or jeopardize public funding for tourism marketing in Denver or Colorado.
• Be familiar with and educate the board about pertinent policy issues by engaging subject matter experts or as disclosed by VISIT DENVER staff.
• Be familiar with key tourism policy messages that can be shared with elected officials or stakeholders about the ROI of tourism investment, i.e. “the elevator speech.”
• Ensure the Board is actively involved and represented in relevant government, public policy and community issues.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with local, state and national elected officials.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with neighborhood, business and community organizations.
• Encourage Board involvement in monitoring elections and policy issues that affect VISIT DENVER and the tourism industry.
• Recommend Board involvement in pertinent community and business issues that foster positive outcomes for VISIT DENVER and the tourism industry.
• Attend various governmental and community events throughout the year that educate on issues relevant to tourism as a VISIT DENVER guest. 
• Serve as advocates for the tourism industry and maintain strong relationships with community partners that advance VISIT DENVER’s interests. 
• Align VISIT DENVER’s mission with the needs of the City and County of Denver, which allows our organization to become a valued community asset and shared community value. 
• Provide guidance and assist with implementation of Denver Tourism Roadmap initiatives as they pertain to public policy or require political support.