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Changing the Narrative: Peter Gamez on Leadership, Storytelling, and Oakland's Soul
What does it take to transform perceptions, inspire a community, and lead a destination through change?
In this episode of Business Class, Learn Tourism's Stephen Ekstrom sits down with Peter Gamez, President & CEO of Visit Oakland, to explore the power of positive storytelling, servant leadership, and collaboration in destination marketing.
Growing up in San Francisco as the son of Cuban immigrants, Peter developed a deep appreciation for education, community, and cultural identity. After spending more than two decades helping build Kimpton Hotels into one of the most influential boutique…
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