Elevating Calgary: How Alisha Reynolds is redefining tourism for a thriving city

In this episode of Karryon Podcast's Into the Hearts of Canada hosted by Matt Leedham, we head to Calgary, Alberta — Canada’s “Blue Sky City,” where western heritage meets modern energy on the edge of the Rockies.Shaping the city’s tourism future is proud Calgarian, Alisha Reynolds, President and CEO of Tourism Calgary.With fresh energy and vision, Alisha is guiding Calgary into its next chapter as a vibrant year-round destination.Alisha’s insights and perspective are a must-hear for anyone curious about visiting Calgary and discovering more about community-led tourism in Canada.Learn more about Calgary hereInto The Hearts of Canada is presented by Karryon, in partnership with Destination Canada.Subscribe to Into The Hearts of Canada Podcast hereVisit: www.destinationcanada.com for more on CanadaVisit: karryon.com.au for more from KarryonPresented by Karryon, Into the Hearts of Canada takes you beyond the guidebooks and into the heart and soul of one of the world’s most progressive travel destinations. Hosted by Karryon’s Matt Leedham, this 10-part series explores the people, places, and powerful ideas shaping the future of travel through a Canadian lens. From Indigenous knowledge-keepers and local changemakers to iconic landscapes and regenerative tourism pioneers, each episode offers an intimate conversation with the people reimagining what travel can be:For the traveller, communities, and for the planet. Whether you’re a curious wanderer or a travel professional seeking fresh insights, this podcast invites you to see Canada with new eyes and an open heart.Into The Hearts of Canada is presented by Matt Leedham and produced by Cassie Walker.Mentioned in this episode:Softer take14/07/2025 editSofter take14/07/2025 editITHC midroll updated 14/07/2025