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Hype, trends + the truth.

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Troy Thompson
Troy Thompson

Hype, trends + the truth examines the latest trends in tourism marketing, strips them bare and finds the truth. Powerful, funny and current, this keynote presentation will enlighten, encourage and entertain. (Updated for the Discover Lehigh Valley Annual Meeting)

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Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.
Hype, trends + the truth.

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