This year, AEF has received an unprecedented number of highly qualified applicants for our scholarships and we need your help to support as many future leaders as possible! Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gaD-YNar Did you know that AEF has awarded over $130,000 in scholarships to Academy students and alumni since 2015?! Every dollar donated to the AEF Scholarship Fund will support a young person pursuing their higher education dreams: everything from professional certificate programs to graduate school. These students are your future workforce, executives, business partners, and customers, so we hope you will make the investment in the future of Washington, DC. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gaD-YNar
American Experience Foundation
Hospitality
Washington, DC 528 followers
AEF invests in students in our community to cultivate the next generation of hospitality industry leaders.
About us
The American Experience Foundation (AEF) enriches the lives of students through inspirational travel experiences and educational opportunities to cultivate the next generation of hospitality industry professionals. AEF is the 501 (c)(3) charity affiliated with Destination DC, the official destination marketing organization for the nation’s capital. Through this relationship with 1,000+ member businesses, AEF is uniquely positioned to open doors for students, filling a need for career exposure, experiential learning, and connections to industry leaders, during both in-person and digital experiences. Your donation to AEF invests in young people in our community, supporting their college and career readiness.
- Website
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http://www.americanexperiencefoundation.org
External link for American Experience Foundation
- Industry
- Hospitality
- Company size
- 1 employee
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2002
- Specialties
- education, travel, tourism, hospitality, career readiness, college readiness, high school, and workforce development
Locations
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Primary
Washington, DC 20001, US
Employees at American Experience Foundation
Updates
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Hot off the presses - The May edition of AEF in Action! https://lnkd.in/eW8_C2TP In this issue, read all about how AEF explored the arts with local DC middle schools, how you can get involved with the Advanced Internship Program, and welcoming exchange students from Japan at Ben's Chili Bowl!
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Are you an up and coming photo or video professional looking to break into the travel and tourism industry? Join Destination DC as a Photo & Video Apprentice and assist DDC's award-winning photo & video team in their efforts to produce world-class creative assets that promote Washington, DC. More information and application at: https://lnkd.in/e6ShvrpG
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AEF explores the arts! 🖼️🎼🎭 This month, students from John Hayden Johnson Middle School's Academy of Mass Media explored three of DC's coolest venues with AEF: The Anthem (I.M.P.), The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and ARTECHOUSE. In addition to getting a look behind the scenes, students heard from professionals about what jobs are available in the arts, how they got their start, and how they turned their passion into a career. Big thank yous to Dori Armor & Donna Westmoreland at I.M.P., Jeanette McCune at the Kennedy Center, and Josh Feldman at ARTECHOUSE for your generosity and Mische' Walden at Johnson Middle School for your partnership! And special thanks to Tadjanique Phillips at Destination DC for her help in planning this field trip!
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NAF has announced this year's Katherine Blasik Distinguished Academies, a recognition for delivering high-quality educational experiences for high school students across the nation. AEF is thrilled to share that Washington, DC is now home to 26 Distinguished Academies, the SECOND HIGHEST in the nation. This number includes the Academies of Hospitality and Tourism at Ballou High School, Columbia Heights Educational Campus, and Jackson-Reed High School, as well as the Academy of Mass Media at Coolidge High School. The Coolidge Academy of Mass Media is only one of three multimedia-focused NAF Academies in the country to receive this honor. Congratulations to all of the Distinguished Academies on their well-earned recognition! https://lnkd.in/dyQ55J9y
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Join AEF and Destination DC for our annual July 4th celebration in #WashingtonDC at the American Pharmacists Association Potomac View Terrace. Enjoy great food, drinks, and a spectacular view of the fireworks on the National Mall. 🎇 🤩 Your ticket supports the Foundation, connecting students to work-based learning opportunities, internships and scholarships in the hospitality industry. Buy now: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ejxp_MqT
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Are you a college student interested in #sustainabletourism looking for an #internship this summer? Apply work with our friends at Destination DC! https://lnkd.in/etaUwsJY
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🎉🎉🎉 DID YOU KNOW 🎉🎉🎉 Katie started her career as the American Experience Foundation's very first college intern way back in 2018?!? We're so proud of everything she has accomplished and know there's a lot more in her future! Congratulations, Katie Streater!
We are thrilled to announce that Katie Streater has been named one of Destinations International's 2024 30 Under 30 recipients. Katie is a senior coordinator on our Global Trade Development team at Brand USA, focusing on the Canadian and Latin American markets. In her role she oversees logistics and communication for trade activities, including MegaFams and Sales Missions, in these markets. Join us in congratulating Katie on this accomplishment! #BrandUSA #DestinationMarketing
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🍃 JOB ALERT 🍂: Are you a graduate with strong communications, numbers, and customer service skills looking to get your start in luxury hotels? Join our good friend Nicholas Cechak at the Four Seasons Philadelphia.
Redefining Modern Luxury above the clouds in the City of Brotherly Love, specializing in Corporate & Leisure Sales
Following a well-deserved internal promotion, our team is hiring for a new Sales & Catering Coordinator, supporting our Director of Catering, Director of Sales and the Conference Services Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a five-star team and learn from some of the best in the industry. https://lnkd.in/e9HrQ_Ku
Sales & Catering Coordinator in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America | Sales, Marketing, and Communications at Four Seasons Hotels Limited
careers.fourseasons.com
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Want to support future media moguls? 📷 📽 💻 Join Coolidge High School's Academy of Mass Media as they showcase their student small businesses! Give impressive young entrepreneurs feedback on their business model, brand identity, networking and more to help them learn and grow their professional skills. April 11, 2024 Flow, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/en-e4apv