What makes Saratoga County such a powerful engine for economic and community growth? In this episode, Greg Connors of the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation and Darryl Leggieri from Discover Saratoga explore how tourism drives investments, supports local businesses, and enhances quality of life. From the iconic racecourse to year-round attractions and a thriving arts scene, Saratoga’s unique blend of history, accessibility, and collaboration makes it a magnet for visitors and investors alike. Tune in to learn how tourism shapes the region's vibrant economy and future.
Sponsored By Phinney Design Group
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to Destination Saratoga
05:15 Promoting Local Businesses and Tourism
10:32 The Connection Between Tourism and Economic Growth
18:12 Preserving Saratoga's Historic Charm
21:02 The Economic Impact of Saratoga's Attractions
25:34 Long-Term Benefits of Tourism
26:59 Success Stories in Economic Development
30:05 Celebrating Saratoga's Historical Significance
32:25 Transportation Infrastructure and Accessibility
33:45 Saratoga's Unique Identity and Visitor Attraction
34:57 Economic Impact of Meetings and Events
36:41 Future Opportunities for Saratoga Springs
39:16 Tourism's Role in Local Economy
40:21 Outdoor Attractions and Community Health
42:29 Hidden Gems of Saratoga County
46:16 Heritage Tourism and Future Events
50:31 Collaboration Among Stakeholders
51:36 Elevator Pitch for Saratoga County
Featured Members:
Discover Saratoga
https://www.discoversaratoga.org/
Saratoga Living
https://saratogaliving.com/
Bright Sighted Media
https://brightsighted.com/
Saratoga Economic Development Corporation (SEDC)
https://saratogaedc.com/
Whitman Brewing & Walt Cafe
https://www.waltandwhitmanbrewing.com/
Phinney design Group
https://phinneydesign.com/
Coat Room
https://thecoatroom.com/
Global Foundries
https://gf.com/
NYRA
https://www.nyrainc.com/
Saratoga Race Course
https://www.nyra.com/saratoga/
Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce
https://www.saratoga.org/
Saratoga City Center
https://www.saratogacitycenter.org/
Empire State Development
https://esd.ny.gov/
The Brookside Museum
https://brooksidemuseum.org/
Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation
https://www.saratogapreservation.org/
Roosevelt Bath and Spa
https://www.gideonputnam.com/roosevelt-baths-and-spa
Saratoga Spa State Park
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/saratogaspa
SPAC (Saratoga Performing Arts Center)
https://spac.org/
SPAC Little Theater
https://spac.org/saratoga-performing-arts-center/your-visit/the-spac-experience/our-venues/spa-little-theater/
Saratoga National Historical Park
https://www.nps.gov/sara/index.htm
Capital District Transportation Authority
https://www.cdta.org/
Saratoga Casino Hotel
https://saratogacasino.com/
Jazz Fest
https://spac.org/saratoga-performing-arts-center/saratoga-jazz-festival/
Mostly Modern Music Festival
https://mostlymodernfestival.org/
Skidmore College
https://www.skidmore.edu/
SUNY
https://www.suny.edu/
Hudson Valley Community College
https://www.hvcc.edu/
Soleno Manufacturing
https://soleno.com/en/
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices