Tourism Director - Stanton Tourism and Convention Commission - Stanton, KY
(2024-10 - 2026-01)
- Developed a new tourism program for Powell County, Kentucky.
- Collaborated with regional and state tourism partners on annual conferences, meetings, and promotional initiatives.
- Produced new tourism advertising campaigns and promotional materials for the agency.
Tourism Director - Cullman County Tourism Bureau - Cullman, AL
(2023-04 - 2024-05)
- Developed and enhanced the tourism program for Cullman County, Alabama.
- Recruited and developed events designed to stimulate the local economy through increased out-of-county visitation.
- Produced tourism advertising and promotions while partnering with Cullman Parks and Recreation on city-wide events.
Executive Director - Greater Gadsden Area Tourism - Gadsden, AL
(2009-09 - 2023-03)
- Created, developed, and led a new tourism agency serving Gadsden and Etowah County.
- Recruited national-level bass tournaments including BASS Elite, BASS Opens, and MLF Toyota Series events.
- Planned and executed conferences, meetings, and special events at the city's new meeting facility.
- Increased lodging tax collections by 67% and tourism visitor expenditures by 57% over a 14-year period.
- Built partnerships with local businesses, government leaders, and tourism stakeholders to strengthen regional tourism initiatives.
Executive Director - Visit Oxford / Oxford Convention and Visitors Bureau - Oxford, MS
(2004 - 2009)
- Created, managed, and developed a new Convention and Visitors Bureau for Oxford and Lafayette County.
- Managed a staff of 10 across sales, marketing, event production, and facility maintenance operations.
- Oversaw marketing and operations for the Oxford Conference Center.
- Directed marketing and event operations for the Double Decker Arts and Music Festival, attracting more than 60,000 attendees annually.
Planning and Marketing Director, Oxford Conference Center - City of Oxford, MS - Oxford, MS
(2002 - 2004)
- Oversaw construction and opening of a new conference center facility.
- Developed, marketed, and managed conference center operations.
- Increased lodging tax revenue by more than 27% within three years.
Regional Manager, Mississippi - Greg Thompson Productions
(2000 - 2002)
- Hired and managed a 16-member technical crew.
- Supervised a company manager and 28-member cast during regional productions and performances.
Marketing and Entertainment Director - Elvis Presley's Memphis Live Entertainment Restaurant and Nightclub - Memphis, TN
(1997-05 - 2000-09)
- Developed and managed marketing and entertainment strategies for a high-profile entertainment venue.
- Negotiated national and local entertainment contracts.
- Coordinated entertainment scheduling, promotions, and special events.
Entertainment Director - Sheraton Hotel and Casino - Tunica, MS
(1994 - 1997)
- Served on the hotel and casino opening team, developing entertainment policies and procedures.
- Managed a $1.95 million annual entertainment budget.
- Negotiated national and local entertainment contracts and coordinated live entertainment programming.
