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Episode 342: Kurt Krause currently serves as the President and CEO of Visit Norfolk, joining in 2019. He is responsible for directing the effort to improve the quality of life for all residents through the economic and community benefits of tourism. His history in the hotel industry spans over 37 years, including 21 years with Marriott International, eight years with Aramark, and four years with Gold Key PHR. Arriving in Norfolk in 2014, he led the pre-opening efforts of Hilton Norfolk – The Main, followed by re-opening the historic Cavalier Hotel and Cavalier Beach Club in Virginia Beach. As well as his career in the hotel industry, Kurt served our Country initially as a Loaned Executive for the Transportation Security Administration. As a founding member of the largest start-up of any private or public organization, he was specifically responsible for many of the consumer-oriented deliverables. For his effort in the participation of founding the agency, in addition to the consumer element, he was recognized with the Department of Transportation Distinguished Service Medal by Secretary Norman Minetta in 2002. Kurt then joined his alma mater, Virginia Tech, as Vice President of Business Affairs; responsibilities included Facilities, Personnel, VT Police Department, Department of Environmental Health and Safety Services, Office of the University Architect, and Real Estate Management. On the personal side, after enjoying 20 years of playing amateur baseball (2003-2023), winning two national championships, Kurt found enjoyment on stage, participating in the Hampton Roads Dancing with the Stars, performing with the Virginia Opera, and with Hurrah Players in Annie (2018) and Dames at Sea (2019). On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Kurt Krause about how Visit Norfolk is revisiting a successful collaborative campaign from 2020 to see how they can apply those learnings to new need areas. He shares more about the “City with Bite” and how it has led to engagement with the local community in addition to visitors. Kurt also highlights current plans to tell the authentic history of Norfolk through a program called Pathways to Freedom, which tells the story of the Underground Railroad, recognizes the harrowing experiences of those who sought freedom, the individuals and institutions that aided them, and the historical locations that played a part in their journey.   What You Will Learn in this Episode: What Visit Norfolk is doing to break through the noise of a crowded travel and tourism market, including a collaboration with Virginia Beach that generated $6 million of hotel business in the summer of 2020 How can we apply insights gained during the COVID-19 pandemic to keep us moving forward as DMOs in new periods of need Why those that keep their marketing going and continue connecting with their audience, even when times are tough, recover faster when a crisis hits How the “City with Bite” series started, how they produce and market it, and how they envision making it financially sustainable Kurt shares one of the projects that Visit Norfolk is proud of right now, including how they recognize the city's problematic history and sensitively tell the authentic story of enslaved people in the area The “City with Bite” Initiative Kurt discusses the often overlooked but crucial role residents play in destination marketing. It's not solely about attracting out-of-town visitors but also engaging the locals in the activities and experiences the city offers. He shares more about the “City with Bite” initiative, a restaurant series now in its third season, which was invented to motivate residents to patronize local eateries again. The “City with Bite” series has rejuvenated the local culinary scene and enhanced residents' understanding and appreciation of the visitor economy. One distinctive feature of the “City with Bite” series is the inclusion of restaurant customers in their episodes. They are invited to share their experiences, reminiscences, and thoughts about the highlighted restaurants, fostering a deeper connection between the local community and the city's gastronomic landscape. Sharing Untold Stories Kurt also shares some of the upcoming projects Visit Norfolk is undertaking that he's particularly proud of. For the last two years, the team has been working on a project based on “Pathways to Freedom,” a book by Dr. Cassandra Newby Alexander that narrates the tale of the underground railroad in Norfolk. This venture aims to tell the untold stories of those who braved the perilous journey to freedom, a narrative often eclipsed by more popular accounts like those of Pocahontas and Captain John Smith. Through this project, Visit Norfolk aims to shed light on the harrowing experiences of those who sought freedom, the individuals and institutions that aided them, and the historical locations that played a part in this journey. One of the most fascinating things about this initiative is the use of augmented reality (AR) to bring these historical narratives to life. For example, the technology can help recreate the imagery of the tunnels under St. Mary's Basilica, where the enslaved were known to escape. It can also show places such as the slave jail or warehouses that no longer exist. The goal here is to foster an understanding of the city's history and how it has progressed, not perfectly but significantly, towards becoming a diverse and inclusive community. Resources: Website: www.Visitnorfolk.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VisitNorfolkToday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visitnorfolkva/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VisitNorfolkVA Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/VisitNorfolkVirginia When This Is Over – VisitNorfolkVA – YouTube Together At Last, Norfolk-Virginia Beach – YouTube Together At Last Review The City with Bite: https://www.citywithbite.com/brothers/ Last Stop to Freedom We value your thoughts and feedback and would love to hear from you. Leave us a review on your favorite streaming platform to let us know what you want to hear more of. Here is a quick tutorial on how to leave us a rating and review on iTunes!: https://breaktheicemedia.com/rating-review/

In this episode, Tom welcomes David Lenox, University Architect and Dr. of Campus Planning at Stanford University. Tom introduces us to the joys and pressures that come with overseeing the architectural processes for one of the country's most iconic campuses.

In this episode, Tom welcomes David Lenox, University Architect and Dr. of Campus Planning at Stanford University. Tom introduces us to the joys and pressures that come with overseeing the architectural processes for one of the country's most iconic campuses.

Hughes, Mary Lahendro, Jody September 12, 2015 At just over the halfway point of a two year construction project, Jody Lahendro, Historic Preservation Architect, U.Va.'s Facilities Planning & Construction, will share highlights of the first fifteen months of renovation work. Some of the completed major building activities to be presented include a building monitoring system, underpinning Jefferson's Rotunda, constructing the underground mechanical room in the east courtyard, installing utilities, replacing the marble capitals at the porticos, and installation of infrastructure systems. Lahendro will also present new evidence uncovered this year that adds to our understanding of the Rotunda's construction history. Mary Hughes, University Landscape Architect, Office of University Architect, will discuss the exciting new gardens that will be created at the Rotunda as the project concludes next year. The goal of the landscape re-design is to make the gardens and North Terrace more sustainable, functional and accessible for the University community as well as more visually appealing. Hughes will also discuss other new garden and landscape improvements around Grounds, including the newly opened New Cabell Hall courtyard.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Steve Wiesenthal, Associate Vice President and University Architect at the University of Chicago, discusses the campus’s evolution from the 1890s to now, emphasizing its shift from architectural insularity to transparency and openness with a new generation of glass structures. Credits: Direction and photography by Tom Rossiter; editing by UChicago Creative; interview by Carmen Marti; video assistant Andrew Bruah; sound recording Nick Clemente.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. At this event, John W. Boyer, Dean of the College, and Karen Warren Coleman, Vice President for Campus Life and Student Services, announced plans for a significant new facility at the University of Chicago. The internationally renowned firms Studio Gang Architects and Mortenson Construction are collaborating to build a new residence hall and dining commons on the north end of campus. This facility is tailored to the College’s distinctive House system, with an emphasis on building communities of learning. It creates a graceful new entrance into campus from the north, connecting the University to the broader neighborhood. Jeanne Gang, FAIA, principal and founder of Studio Gang Architects, unveiled conceptual designs and answered questions. Steve Wiesenthal, Associate Vice President for Facilities Services and University Architect, explained how the University chose the Studio Gang and Mortenson design.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Steve Wiesenthal, Associate Vice President and University Architect at the University of Chicago, moderated a panel discussion featuring architects and designers Tod Williams and Billie Tsien, Ann Beha, and Jamie Carpenter. All of the panelists have designed new projects or renovated existing buildings on the University of Chicago campus. With this experience, each panelist provided different insights into recent initiatives to revitalize the campus while also preserving its underlying unity. The Architecture and Design Society sponsored the event, which was held at the Art Institute of Chicago on May 24, 2012.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Video played during the May 12, 2011 Joint Speaker Series event. Featuring Steve Wiesenthal, Associate Vice President and University Architect, UChicago, Karen Hellman, Associate Division Director, Argonne, and Gary Van Zandbergen, Project Engineer and Architect, Facilities Engineering Services Section, Fermilab.

David P. Lenox, University Architect, shares his vision on the future development of the Stanford campus. (January 30, 2007)