Event Spotlight: ATTA Elevate Denver 2025 Road Trip Edition
Join us as we hit the road to Denver for a special edition of Travel Trends, recorded live at Adventure Travel Trade Association’s (ATTA) Elevate Conference.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Colorado’s beauty, this episode takes you straight into the heart of the $896 billion adventure travel industry. It’s a celebration of sustainability, outdoor exploration, and the magic of human connection in a world that’s increasingly digital.
Think of this as your ultimate road trip playlist - featuring 15 fascinating conversations with the industry leaders shaping the future of adventure tourism. From tech innovators and conservation champions to Indigenous leaders and destination dreamers, these voices share one thing in common: a deep love for people, planet, and place.
Highlights & Timestamps
6m22s – Erik Blachford, Former CEO, Expedia
27m24s – Soraya Shattuck, Executive Director, Adventure Travel Conservation Fund
41m20s – Jody Potts-Joseph, Han Gwich’in Leader, Raven Clan Kennels
1h04s – Rob Holmes, Founder & Chief Strategist, GLP Films
1h29s – David & Becky Blacksford, Owners & CEO, Blacksford Premium RV Rentals
1h50s – Christina Tunnah, GM, World Nomads
2h11s – Richard Naha, Co-founder, Surf Synergy
2h30s – Heather O’Halloran, MD, Destination Rwanda
2h46s – Zaal Gachechiladze, CEO, Wandero
3h11s – Jason Reckers, COO, ATTA & Eirik Skjærseth, Founder & CEO, Bolder Technology
3h39s – Casey Hanisko, Coach & Consultant
3h53s – Andy Brown, Communications Manager, Tourism Golden
4h05s – Julia Tregaskis-Allen, Co-owner, Tracks and Trails
4h21s – Will Cairns, MD, Active England Tours
4h34s – Jorge Perez, Founder, Tierra De Volcan
We hope you enjoy and benefit from these conversations. Please reach out to them directly for future collaborations. We can’t wait to see you all again in Chile
