Good News York Episode 99: Exploring Syracuse's Vibrant Tourism and Events Scene with Danny from Visit Syracuse In the 99th episode of Good News York, hosts Matt Masur and Mike welcome back Danny, a representative from Visit Syracuse, to discuss the exciting developments in Syracuse's tourism and events sector. Danny highlights the role of Visit Syracuse in promoting tourism and film production in Onondaga County, funded by local hotel occupancy taxes. The conversation delves into the economic impact of local sports, upcoming fall and winter events, and the growth of the film industry in the region. They also touch on the benefits of the new tax credits for film production and the development of local talent. Danny emphasizes the importance of community engagement and the efforts to position Syracuse as a key player in youth sports and economic development. As they celebrate their 99th episode, the hosts express excitement for future collaborations and continued promotion of the positive aspects of Syracuse. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Milestone 00:53 Guest Introduction: Danny from Visit Syracuse 01:26 Visit Syracuse: Mission and Activities 04:39 Local Tourism and Community Engagement 05:17 Upcoming Events and Seasonal Highlights 07:11 Impact of Local Sports on Tourism 08:51 Syracuse Mets Naming Contest 12:07 Film Industry Developments in Syracuse 17:47 The Rise of Syracuse as a Filming Hub 18:24 Building a Local Workforce 18:46 Developing Local Talent 20:21 Tourism and Economic Growth 21:17 Youth Sports Investments 22:24 Tourism Trends and Strategies 24:54 Promoting Syracuse to International Visitors 26:04 Defining Upstate New York 28:02 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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