Find out what's happening in the Washington, DC tourism and hospitality industry.
Staff Highlights
In March, DDC welcomed Frances Golla to the tourism, sports & visitor experience department as destination program manager, and Derrick Collins to conventions sales & services as convention sales manager. Lauren Kieltyka and Daria Eisenbrei joined marketing & communications as advertising coordinator and photo & video specialist, respectively.
Member Highlights
Register for the 2025 Small Business Summit & Expo
The DC Chamber of Commerce will hold its 2025 Small Business Summit & Expo at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on April 15, from 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. This year's focus: "Small Business Resiliency During Uncertain Times." Participants will benefit from workshops on AI, procurement, marketing, mergers and more. It’s free to register, but tickets are in limited supply.
The dance scene flourishes across the District, making sure to emphasize its interconnectedness and the city’s diverse talents.
First Signs of Spring: Garden Prep, Soil, and Seeds
The Office of Planning (OP) kicked off the first full rewrite of the District’s Comprehensive Plan in nearly 20 years. OP is working alongside residents, community-based organizations, businesses and elected officials to develop DC 2050 which will guide where and how we build new housing, grow job opportunities, connect neighborhoods, preserve our rich history and invest in amenities. Learn more and take the DC 2050 Vision Survey at https://dc2050.dc.gov/.
New Interactive Art Tour Pairs with Winning Haiku for a Fun New Experience in Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle BID launched an interactive self-guided tour (accessed through the STQRY Guide app) where tourists and locals in DC can visit different pieces of public art along the streets of downtown DC. These pieces of public art go hand in hand with the numerous haikus that were selected from the annual Golden Haiku competition, allowing these poems to become reflected in the art itself.
International flight connections are about to get a little easier
Congress has authorized the Transportation Security Administration to implement the “One Stop Security” program within six airports across the U.S. This program will remove the need for returning travelers to collect and re-check their luggage, in addition to going through security upon their arrival.
DC selects Therme Group to build $500M wellness resort on Anacostia Waterfront
Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and
Economic Development, alongside the help of Austria’s Therme Group, will develop a resort centered on health and wellness on Poplar Point, a 110-acreage located along Anacostia’s waterfront. This development is projected to cost $500 million and will enhance and diversify the visitor experience in DC.
New DDC Members
Accommodations
Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience
More than just a space to spend the night—it’s a place to call home for as long as you’re here.
Mint House Washington DC- Downtown
Located in downtown, offers 85 boutique suites, full-service restaurant with meeting and event space.
Residence Inn Washington, DC/Foggy Bottom
Perfect for any individual or small groups needing extended-stay accommodations.
Convention Services
American Trucking Associations HQ Conference Center
Available for rent and offers a new class of meeting services to the Washington, DC area.
Broadcast Management Group
DC-based live production and event management experts delivering technical and creative turnkey services for your live, virtual or hybrid events.
Du Plain Global Enterprises, Inc
International special events coordinator and public relations specialist with over 25 years of industry experience in culture, trade, philanthropic and diplomatic programs.
Epic Events
Elevate your meetings with pro AV, photo booth activations, event lighting and DJ-curated vibes. Enhance your DC experience.
Markham
Full-service event management and production firm.
Mindspace
Host your event at Mindspace DC in One Franklin Square, featuring versatile spaces, modern design and a stunning penthouse with skyline views.
Studio Theatre
Produces exceptional contemporary theater in deliberately intimate spaces, fostering a more thoughtful, more empathetic and more connected community.
Tech Factory
Specializes in staging, planning and executing live events and audiovisual productions.
Restaurants
Jetties
A DC local favorite and the perfect lunch option for groups of all sizes: from weekly stand-ups and board meetings to city-wide conferences.
Roofers Union
Located in the heart of historic Adams Morgan, featuring classic American fare through a German gastropub lens.
See and Do
DC Bird Alliance
Join us on walking tours to discover and celebrate birds in DC.
Flight Club
An upscale entertainment concept combining elevated food and beverage packages with engaging, tech-enabled social darts.
American Experience Foundation
Check out AEF's recent newsletters for the latest updates and happenings.
DDC Careers
Check out DDC's job openings and share with your networks and colleagues.
Industry Careers
Search or add your job openings to the DC travel, tourism and hospitality careers page. Email your company name, job title and link to jobboard@washington.org. Positions will be posted for 30 days. If you have any questions, please contact membership@washington.org. Additionally, visit the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington's foodjobsdc.com for more hospitality jobs.
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