Ralenkotter to chair US National Advisory Committee on Travel and Tourism Infrastructure

Rossi Ralenkotter, President/CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) has been named chair of the National Advisory Committee on Travel and Tourism Infrastructure (NACTTI) by US secretary of transportation Anthony Foxx.

“It is an honor to serve as chair and an inaugural member of this prestigious national committee,” Ralenkotter said. “Tourism is reliant on safe and efficient transportation infrastructure, so our industry leaders are excited to have a role in providing our insight to the Department of Transportation and transportation agencies across the country.

“The travel industry has a tremendous impact on the economy and helps support hundreds of thousands of jobs nationwide. I look forward to working with fellow committee members and promoting the importance of the travel and tourism industry.”

In December 2015, President Obama signed the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act, which provides long-term surface transportation funding. The FAST Act facilitated the creation of the NACTTI to provide information, advice, and recommendations to develop a national strategy for ensuring US transportation policies align with the needs of travellers. NACTTI is comprised of 25 members appointed by US Department of Transportation Secretary, Anthony Foxx, to serve a two‑year term.
Ralenkotter will be responsible for guiding the group of industry stakeholders as they navigate issues related to the transportation, travel, and tourism industries.

“Having the voice of travel leaders at the table will enable the country to better craft its infrastructure priorities for maximum benefit to both the economy and travelers,” said US Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow. “Congratulations to Rossi and the 12 additional US Travel Association members who have been appointed to the NACTTI. Our organisation looks forward to continually working with government leaders to keep travelers moving.”