Doyon Promotes Tourism President to Lead Sector Growth
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The Alaska Native corporation for the Interior region named a new leader for its tourism business lines. As the President of Doyon Tourism, Inc., Jordan Sanford oversees investment opportunities within the visitor industry, with an emphasis on growth in transportation, lodging, and tour development in Alaska.
Doyon’s involvement in Alaska’s tourism industry includes the operation of Kantishna Roadhouse, its partnership in the Doyon Aramark Joint Venture, and its collaboration in the Na-Dena` Joint Venture with Huna Totem Corporation. Sanford has been with Doyon, Limited since 2010, most recently as general manager of Kantishna Roadhouse. Before that, she was general manager of Northern Laundry Services since 2016; she has led both subsidiaries jointly since 2021. Sanford serves on the boards of the Alaska Travel Industry Association and Discover Denali, where she plays an active role in advancing cultural tourism in Alaska.
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A key focus in Doyon’s tourism strategy is the growth of cultural tourism, an important and rapidly growing segment of the industry. Sanford is responsible for the overall strategic direction, operational management, and financial success of the organization to drive growth and maintain Doyon’s position as a leader in the tourism sector.
“This is a great next step for Jordan and Doyon Tourism as we continue to expand our tourism portfolio and position ourselves at the forefront of tourism in Alaska,” says Doyon CEO and President Aaron Schutt.
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