In this episode of The Tourism Teacher, Andi sits down with Andreas Weissenborn, vice president of advocacy and research at Destinations International, to get an overview of what Destinations International is and what they do for the tourism industry. Andreas shares insights into the history, core values and resources the organization provides, including events and activations designed to support its member destinations. The conversation also touches on the importance of purpose over profit in DMOs and the evolution of incorporating the community and locals in the tourism movement. The episode provides valuable insights into the role of DMOs in the tourism industry and the resources that DI provides to those in the field. Destinations International If you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts! The Tourism Teacher is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Andi Jaspersen and produced by Relic. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network and to listen to our other shows, please visit www.thedmpn.com. If you are interested in joining the network, please email [email protected].