Makiko Matsuda Healy

"As Senior Vice President of Tourism Development for NYC & Company, Makiko Matsuda Healy has the overall responsibility for strengthening New York City's position as a premier travel destination, with a primary focus on product distribution channels and strategic trade partnerships. She oversees the global tourism development team in New York City and the company's network of 17 international sales & marketing offices in 27 markets.



Ms. Healy actively participates in national level tourism development efforts, working closely with Brand USA, US Travel Association, US Commercial Services network throughout the world as well as trade associations such as Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association (HSMAI). She is an advisory board member of International Inbound Travel Association (IITA) and a board member of the Japanese Travel Industry Association (JTIA). She has also been participating in the annual Sino-U.S. Tourism Leaders Summits, organized by China National Tourism Administration (CNTA), Brand USA and U.S. Travel Association.