BBJ: Racanelli, other industry leaders share insights during GBC panel

Posted on July 16, 2020

The National Aquarium, along with attractions and businesses across Baltimore, shut down in March as cases of the novel coronavirus rose in Maryland. It reopened July 1 after Gov. Larry Hogan moved the state into the second phase of a three-part reopening plan. Continue reading →
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The Baltimore Sun: Baltimore business leaders detail ongoing fallout from coronavirus pandemic

Posted on July 15, 2020

Business leaders took part in a virtual forum July 15 hosted by the Greater Baltimore Committee to discuss the state of the city’s restaurant, tourism and travel industries. Continue reading →
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What does the future hold for the hospitality and tourism industry?

Posted on July 15, 2020

Al Hutchinson, President & CEO of Visit Baltimore; Jim Kinney, Managing Partner of The Capital Grille; John Racanelli, President & CEO of the National Aquarium; and Juan Webster, General Manager of Sagamore Pendry Baltimore participated in the conversation. Continue reading →
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COVID-19 Resources: Planning for a Safe Reopening

Posted on June 25, 2020

It is important to remember that although we are progressing into reopening, that we continue to fight this deadly virus. It is imperative to follow issued guidelines and adhere to strict safety protocols to protect our employees, our customers, and our communities. Continue reading →
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Greater Baltimore Committee’s Don Fry comments on MSA’s vote on Baltimore Convention Center study

Posted on February 5, 2020

The Maryland Stadium Authority’s (MSA) Board of Directors announced on February 4 that it had approved a request from the Mayor of the City of Baltimore to develop a concept design for the modernization of the Baltimore Convention Center. The MSA expects the design to be completed and made...
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