Chicagoverse 318 - Jason Lesniewicz (Choose Chicago)

Jason Lesniewicz, Senior Director Cultural Tourism at Choose Chicago, guests on Dynasty Podcasts to reflect on the city's highlights in 2023.

Lesniewicz speaks on the past year in Chicago, reflecting on everything from the state of the local F&B industries to the value of exploring the city’s diverse neighborhoods to the importance of Chicago’s performing arts. He also offers insight into what the city offers to both creative communities and local, national, and international businesses.

The Senior Director Cultural Tourism reflects on some of Chicago’s notable wins in 2023, including being ranked Best Big City in the U.S. for the seventh consecutive year by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, as well as the economic impact of Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour in Chicago.

Lesniewicz also previews notable events happening in Chicago in 2024, including Chicago Restaurant Week, Chicago Theatre Week, CIVL Fest, the 2024 Democratic National Convention, and more.