The U.S. Travel Association appointed President and CEO of MGM Resorts International William (Bill) J. Hornbuckle as the new national chair of its board of directors. Hornbuckle’s appointment is effective immediately and he will serve a two-year term.
As part of his new role, Hornbuckle will work with association leaders to enact industry priorities such as maximizing the upcoming decade of major U.S. events that includes the 2025 Ryder Cup, 2026 World Cup and 2028 Summer Olympics. He will also lead a 30-member executive board that represents all segments of the travel industry and a board of delegates who support and advise the association in order to increase travel to and within the U.S.
“I’m grateful for this honor and excited to be joining U.S. Travel at such an important time,” Hornbuckle said in a press release. “America remains at the forefront of travel and hospitality, and it’s vital that we do all we can to keep our industry and economy thriving. We are entering a period of once-in-a-lifetime events and opportunities unlike anything our country has seen in recent years. I’m proud to join this storied organization and look forward to helping the industry and the country succeed.”
Hornbuckle succeeds outgoing national chair Chris Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton Hotels. The full list of U.S. Travel executive board members and committees can be found here.
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