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Leonard Hoops | |
|---|---|
| Born | Trinidad |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | MBA |
| Alma mater | San Jose State University Santa Clara University |
| Years active | 1988–Present |
| Known for | Tourism executive |
Leonard Hoops is an American tourism executive and the current President and CEO of Visit Indy and Tourism Tomorrow Indy.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Hoops was born in Trinidad.[3] He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from San Jose State University in 1987, followed by an MBA in marketing from Santa Clara University in 1992.[1]
Career
[edit]Hoops started his career at FMC Corporation as a Public Relations Supervisor. Following his time at FMC, he transitioned to the tourism sector. He served as Senior Vice President of Marketing at the San Jose Convention & Visitors Bureau[4] before moving to the Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau as Senior VP & Chief Marketing Officer.[3]
In 2006, Hoops joined the San Francisco Travel Association as Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer, where he led international tourism efforts across 13 countries.[5][6][7]
In 2011, he became the President and CEO of Visit Indy.[3][8][9][10][11] In 2018, he received Indiana Living Legend award from the Indiana Historical Society.[12][13]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Kate Williamson (2006-11-13). "Leonard Hoops: From Gold country to City by the Bay". The San Francisco Examiner. p. 19. Retrieved 2025-06-05 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Howell Jr., James (2024-07-02). "American Legion to bring 2029 national convention to Indianapolis". WRTV Indianapolis. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ a b c Benbow, Dana Hunsinger (2024-03-21). "Indy's Leonard Hoops: His leadership style is like a March Madness buzzer beater". The Indianapolis Star. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Michele, Marchetti (1996-05-04). "Urban renewal - ProQuest". www.proquest.com. ProQuest 211844024. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Dick, Gerry (2011-03-25). "Indy goes West for convention CEO". The Times. p. 91. Retrieved 2025-06-05 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Attracting tourists almost second nature for The City". San Francisco Examiner. 2011-03-13. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Weisberg, Lori (2011-02-21). "Convention Center: If we expand, will more people come?". San Diego Union-Tribune. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Traub, Matt (2024-11-15). "Leonard Hoops and Patrick Talty: Reviewing Indianapolis' Successful 2024 and Future Major Events Ahead". SportsTravel. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ C. Lowe, Michael (2011-03-30). "Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association Names New CEO". www.meetings-conventions.com. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Lisa Plummer Savas, Lisa (2023-08-08). "Construction Begins on Indiana Convention Center Expansion and New Convention Hotel". TradeShowNewsNetwork. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Benbow, Dana Hunsinger (2024-02-13). "How Larry Bird, an Indy car and a flawless hosting resume put NBA All-Star game in Indy". The Indianapolis Star. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Indiana Historical Society (2018-08-06). Leonard Hoops - 2018 Indiana Living Legends. Retrieved 2025-06-05 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Indiana Historical Society Announces 2018 Indiana Living Legends". indianahistory.org. 2018-04-18. Retrieved 2025-06-05.