7a supp

Item No. 7a_Supp 
Date of Meeting: January 8, 2013 


Port of Seattle Commission Meeting 
January 8, 2013

Tourism Vision and Mission 
Vision 
The Port's actions will add jobs through economic
growth in the tourism sector as well as related industries
and businesses. 
Mission 
Our group extends the economic impact of the Port's
cruise and airport businesses by attracting international
leisure visitors, extending the stay of cruise passengers,
and encouraging a welcoming environment for all
visitors.

Strategy for 2013 

Leverage tourism industry relationships to
achieve increased economic impact to the
region.

Key Strategic Issue Areas 
Economic impact 
Industry organization and leadership 
Collaboration and partnerships 
Promotion/media 
Public policy 
Funding

Key 2013 Initiatives 
Advance Seattle and Washington State as a desirable
tourism destination in targeted international markets 
Increase the economic impact of the cruise business 

Maintain the Port's strong leadership role in the travel
and tourism industry in the region

Introducing 
Eve Gardiner Lane 
Director, 
First Public Relations 
London, United Kingdom

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