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Joanne Burns Millar


Joanne Burns Millar is the CEO of Pacific Destinations Inc. (PDS), a Vancouver-based destination management, event production and strategic solutions company.

Joanne is a passionate, visionary leader who is known for lighting the way for her team. Drawing on her background as an elite athlete on Canada’s National Netball team for over ten years, Joanne knows the determination and dedication it takes to put together a winning team. Integrity, experience and collaboration are the beating heart she placed within PDS. With a steady hand, clear vision and thoughtful strategy, she selected a team of loyal individuals who all share the same goal; creating unforgettable experiences throughout Western Canada for their treasured clients.
 
A thoughtful and intentional leader, Joanne is highly respected within the industry and sits on the Advisory Committee for Destination Canada, Business Events division and on the Board for Destination Vancouver.


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🌿 TIABC has partnered with GreenStep to help British Columbia businesses remain competitive in a changing tourism landscape.

📆 Please join us on May 8th, 11:00 a.m.—11:45 a.m., as GreenStep hosts an educational webinar aimed at educating tourism businesses about the Pledge and the benefits of developing a sustainability strategy.

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Vancouver’s tourism and hospitality sector helped to generate millions of dollars in economic impact as the city hosted three major events over the weekend.  The two-day Coast City Country festival with headliner Luke Bryan (Saturday only) attracted over 100,000 to BC Place Stadium. Sunday afternoon’s Sun Run attracted over 45,000 while a sold out Rogers Arena hosted 18,000 Canucks fans for game one of their playoff matchup against Nashville.

TIABC CEO Walt Judas took in the festival at BC Place, along with PAVCO President & CEO Ken Cretney.
🎙️Dive into Recent Episodes of the Value of Tourism Podcast featuring Rachela Pollock and Ingrid Jarrett! 

Did you know you can access all the latest Voice of Tourism podcast episodes on various platforms? Tune in on Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and Podchaser. 🔈 

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🎙️ Mayor Victor Smith of Hope shares his thoughts on the significance of #TourismWeekCanada2024. Join us as we celebrate the vital role tourism plays in BC and beyond. 🏞️ 

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🌟 Big Thanks to MLA @jenniferwhitesidenewwest for extending this message and acknowledging the importance of #TourismWeekCanada2024 in recognition of the businesses and workers who provide outstanding services and experiences to visitors.

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