introducing Letty Canizalez
Letty Canizalez
Vice President of Sales
San Diego Tourism Authority
Panelist: The Naxt Chapter: Inspiring the Future of Leadership
2026 WITH Honoree
about Letty Canizalez
Letty Canizalez-Law is a dynamic hospitality executive with more than 30 years of experience driving revenue growth, leading high-performing teams, and delivering measurable results across the sales, catering, and meetings industries. Throughout her career, she has led multimillion-dollar portfolios at some of San Diego's most recognized hospitality brands, building expertise in sales strategy, revenue generation, and client engagement.
As Vice President of Sales for the San Diego Tourism Authority, Letty leads the Hotel Sales efforts for meetings and conferences, helping position San Diego as a premier destination while generating lasting economic impact for the region.
Known for building strong client relationships and developing successful sales teams, Letty combines strategic vision with a collaborative leadership style. She has a proven ability to anticipate market trends, adapt to changing industry dynamics, and create innovative strategies that drive long-term growth.
A San Diego native, Letty is deeply passionate about the city's hospitality community and the people who make it thrive. She is a dedicated mentor who enjoys developing future industry leaders and creating opportunities for others to succeed. Her passion for hospitality, leadership, and collaboration continues to shape the future of San Diego's meetings and events industry.