NEW YORK CITY TOURISM + CONVENTIONS ELECTS AND APPOINTS NEW BOARD LEADERSHIP

Charles Flateman, Chair of the New York City Tourism + Conventions Board of Directors and Executive Vice President of The Shubert Organization, announced the election of five Board officers, four new Executive Committee members, and three new ex-officio members of the Board. The elections and appointments took place during the NYC Tourism + Conventions Board meeting on June 11, 2026, at The Louis Armstrong Dining Room at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

Board officers re-elected to a two-year term:

• Chairman – Charles Flateman – Shubert Organization

• Vice Chair – John Calvelli – Wildlife Conservation Society

• Vice Chair – Melba Wilson – Melba's Restaurant

• Treasurer – Daniel Nadeau – New York Marriott Marquis

Board officers newly elected to a two-year term:

• Secretary – Sofia Vandaele – InterContinental New York Barclay

Newly appointed members of the Executive Committee are:

• Rafael Espinal – NYC Mayor’s Office of Media & Engagement

• Kenny Minaya – NYC Department of Small Business Services

• Jennifer Montalvo – NYC Economic Development Corporation

• Julie Su – Deputy Mayor of Economic Justice

New ex-officio members of the board are:

• Harold Holzer – Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College

• Tricia Shimamura – Department of Parks and Recreation

• Lillian Bonsignore – Fire Department City of New York

These newly elected board officers, along with the new Executive Committee and ex-officio members, will help guide NYC Tourism + Conventions and continue to advance its work to strengthen tourism’s economic impact across all five boroughs.

“NYC Tourism + Conventions’ board brings together leaders from across the diverse industries and communities that power New York City, each contributing valuable experience and perspective to our work,” said Charles Flateman, Chair of the New York City Tourism + Conventions Board of Directors and Executive Vice President of The Shubert Organization. “As we welcome new members—including officers across Broadway, attraction, dining and hotel sectors—that collective expertise will continue to guide our efforts to strengthen the City’s visitor economy across all five boroughs.”

A complete list of the New York City Tourism + Conventions Board of Directors is available at

These appointments come at an important moment for New York City’s visitor economy. In 2025, tourism generated $84.7 billion in total economic impact and supported 397,000 jobs, benefiting businesses across all five boroughs. This year, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and major events for America’s 250th birthday are further cementing New York City’s place on the World’s Stage.

About New York City Tourism + Conventions: New York City Tourism + Conventions is the official destination marketing organization (DMO) and convention and visitors bureau (CVB) for the five boroughs of New York City. Our mission is to invite the world and energize the City, building equitable, sustainable economic prosperity and community through tourism for the mutual benefit of residents, businesses and visitors. For all there is to do and see in NYC, visit