Gone are the heady days of Casinos and huge profits.  Today's Tahoe is one that needs tourism and after tonight's Forum, the 'powers that be' are looking forward.

Caroline Beteta, CEO of Visit California and chairwoman of Brand USA brought, with her, some staggering statistics and a whole lot of hope.  The biggest surprise was the emphasis on the Chinese tourist (highest per capita spenders).  Wish I knew Mandarin!

Denise Pirrotti Hummell, CEO and founder of Universal Consensus calls herself a "cross culturist" and had some practical solutions, stern warnings and hopefulness for Tahoe.

After the seriousness came the BAHM (Business After Hours Mixer).  Again, every event I've attended, through the Chamber, has been fabulous.

Harrah's hospitality shone brightly tonight.

I was asked to take some photos, and while I have no idea who these people are, you have to love their festiveness!  Ole!