Marta Martin

World Travel & Tourism Council Ltd. is an organization that serves as the authority on the economic and social contribution of travel and tourism. The private company is based in London, UK. The British company promotes sustainable growth for the sector by working with governments and international institutions to create jobs, drive exports, and generate prosperity. According to their research, the travel and tourism industry made a 5.5% contribution to GDP and was responsible for 272 million jobs in 2020. The organization represents the travel and tourism sector and has over 200 members, including CEOs, chairpersons, and presidents of leading travel and tourism companies worldwide. The company works to raise awareness of the industry as one of the world's largest economic sectors, supporting one in 10 jobs worldwide and generating 10.4% of GDP. The company was founded in 1990 by Tommaso Zanzotto, Robert Henry Burns. Julia Elizabeth Simpson has been the CEO of the company since 2021.

Operation HOPE, Inc. operates as non-profit organization that provides credit counseling, case management, economic education, loan preparation and outreach services to the community. The company was founded by John Hope Bryant in 1992 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides healthcare services to children. It offers pediatric services like acute and specialty care. It also operates a pediatric home health care agency and Children's Memorial Institute for education and research. The company was founded in 1882 by Julia Foster Porter and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Ramada Worldwide, Inc. operates a chain of hotels and restaurants. The firm provides amenities such as swimming pools, lounges, and full-service restaurants. It comprises of three segments, Ramada Inns, Ramada Limited's and Ramada Plaza Hotels, serving value-conscious and mid-market travelers. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Parsippany, NJ

Business for Social Responsibility, Inc. provides consulting services. The company offers CSR strategy & integration, environment, supply chain, and community engagement & development services. It has operations in Asia, Europe, and North America. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Junior Achievement of Chicago engages in the provision of educational services. Its programs are funded by businesses and individuals and are designed to be taught in the classroom by business, parent, and community volunteers. The company was founded in 1940 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

HR Policy Association operates membership organizations. It offers services senior human resources executives of 500 corporations. The firm share training strategies and propose changes to public policy relating to employment, labor and workplace issues. The company was founded in 1957 and is located in Washington, DC.

American Hotel & Lodging Association, Inc. is the largest hotel association in the United States, representing all segments of the industry nationwide. The private company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. The American company provides financial assistance to hoteliers through two main programs listed below. The company is focused on enhanced hotel cleaning practices, social interactions, and workplace protocols to meet the new health and safety challenges and expectations presented by COVID-19. Chip Rogers has been the CEO of the company since 2019.

Chicago Children's Museum operates a museum for children. It offers exhibits and activities that provide sensory attraction and educational content on science, math, visual and performing arts, and health. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

The Illinois Chamber of Commerce is a Chamber of Commerce organization. The non-profit company is based in Springfield, IL. Todd C. Maisch has been the CEO of the company since 2014.

The Confederation of Indian Industry operates as a business association. The non-profit company is based in India and has subsidiaries in Singapore and India. The Indian company was founded by Ashok Khanna.

Human Rights Campaign is the largest civil rights organization working to achieve equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Americans, the Human Rights Campaign represents a grassroots force of over 750,000 members and supporters nationwide all committed to making HRC's vision a reality. Founded in 1980, the Human Rights Campaign advocates on behalf of LGBT Americans, mobilizes grassroots actions in diverse communities, invests strategically to elect fair-minded individuals to office and educates the public about LGBT issues. HRC envisions an America where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people are ensured equality and embraced as full members of the American family at home, at work and in every community.

Center for Employment Opportunities, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides employment services for individuals who were recently released from incarceration. The private company is based in New York, NY and currently operates in over 30 cities. The company's mission is to help justice-impacted job seekers achieve social and economic mobility by offering ongoing support to build career capital and financial stability.

The British Council operates as a non-profit organization for cultural relations and educational opportunities. The company was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in Manchester, the United Kingdom.

The Dallas Regional Chamber of Commerce is a business organization that serves as a platform for businesses to connect, grow, and thrive. The Chamber of Commerce is based in Dallas, TX. Dale A. Petroskey has been the CEO of the non-profit company since 2014.

Sustainable Travel International is a private company that aims to transform tourism's impact on nature and people. The company is based in Seattle, WA and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company works towards protecting the planet's most vulnerable destinations by promoting responsible travel. The company was founded in 2002 by Brian T. Mullis and is currently led by CEO Paloma Zapata.

Hotel Association of India is the apex body of the Indian hotel industry. Its mission is to secure a due place for the hotel industry in India's economy, highlight its role as a contributor to employment generation and sustainable economic and social development, and help raise the standards of hoteliering. The Hotel Association of India is based in New Delhi, India and was founded by Sahibzada Syed Habib-Ur-Rehman. The association also aims to build an image for the industry both within and outside the country. The organization provides a directory of member hotels and associate members, as well as access to notifications and legal information.

The Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program provides humanitarian services to communities. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Burnaby, Canada.