Join us for the 24th Annual Norfolk State of Tourism Reception, presented by VisitNorfolk and the Norfolk Tourism Foundation! This year, we will host a moderated panel discussion featuring leaders from Norfolk’s tourism, hospitality and business communities. Our goal is to spark authentic conversation, highlight the incredible creativity and resilience of our industry over the past year, and look ahead to exciting new opportunities on the horizon.
Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 17 at the Hilton Norfolk the Main (100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510) as we celebrate a remarkable year in tourism and hospitality. Your support has been instrumental in our industry’s success and community growth. Let’s toast to our collective achievements and the over 12,000 workers who make Norfolk a one-of-a-kind place to work, live, and visit.
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24th Annual State of Tourism
Date and Time
September 17, 2026
3:30–4:00 PM | Networking & Registration
4:00–5:00 PM | Panel Program (including audience Q&A)
5:00–6:00 PM | Reception & Networking
Location
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
235 E. Main St., Norfolk, VA 23510
Award Winner Recipient: Ted Baroody
Ted Baroody is a graduate of North Carolina State University of Raleigh, North Carolina. After college he moved to Norfolk to start his own small sports marketing company, Victory Promotions. After a couple of years of power boat racing production under Victory Promotions, he served as Marketing Director for a group of local radio stations for 5 years. From 1996 to the present, he has worked for Norfolk Festevents, Ltd. which he now serves as CEO. Ted also works with many non-profit organizations as a volunteer, event coordinator and as a board member.
