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Director of Sales- Discover Denton
Director of Sales- Discover Denton

APPLY NOW Organization: Discover DentonDepartment: Sales & Destination DevelopmentReports To: Executive Director/CEOFLSA Classification: ExemptEmployment Status: Full-TimePosition SummaryThe Director of Sales is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of sales... Continue Reading

Date posted05/29/2026


Visit Fort Worth Names Mitch Whitten President & CEO
Visit Fort Worth Names Mitch Whitten President & CEO

FORT WORTH, Texas — Visit Fort Worth today announced that Mitch Whitten has been named president & CEO of the tourism organization to build on its dramatic growth in the hospitality industry and the completion of the expanded Convention Center in 2030. Whitten has served Visit Fort... Continue Reading

Date posted05/21/2026


Social Media Specialist
Social Media Specialist

APPLY NOW PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION: The Social Media Specialist serves as the primary driver of the Arlington CVB’s social media presence and digital storytelling efforts. This position leads the planning, creation, execution, and management of engaging, platform-native content... Continue Reading

Date posted05/20/2026


Director of Sports Development
Director of Sports Development

APPLY NOW SUMMARY OF PRINCIPAL & MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: The Director of Sports Development, under the direction of the Chief Sales Officer, serves as Visit Corpus Christi's lead sports sales professional, responsible for generating sports event business and driving measurable economic impact... Continue Reading

Date posted05/8/2026


Sports Sales Manager - City of South Padre Island
Sports Sales Manager - City of South Padre Island

APPLY NOW JOB SUMMARYThe Sports Sales Manager promotes South Padre Island as a premier sports destination for tournaments, events, and training camps. Increase hotel occupancy by being a liaison between sports organizations, teams, event planners, hotels, businesses and clients.ESSENTIAL JOB... Continue Reading

Date posted05/7/2026


Marketing, Communications, and Media Specialist-City of Early
Marketing, Communications, and Media Specialist-City of Early

Apply Now The City of Early is seeking a creative, strategic, and detail-oriented Marketing, Communications & Media Specialist to lead and support the City’s marketing and communications efforts. This position is responsible for enhancing the City’s public image, strengthening... Continue Reading

Date posted05/5/2026


Galveston Island Named Host City for Go West Summit 2027
Galveston Island Named Host City for Go West Summit 2027

GALVESTON ISLAND, TEXAS (April 3, 2026) — Galveston Island has been selected as the official host city for the Go West Summit in 2027, marking a significant milestone for the region’s tourism industry and local economy. The annual event, which brings travel industry leaders, will take... Continue Reading

Date posted04/8/2026


Fredericksburg hires new President/Chief Executive Officer
Fredericksburg hires new President/Chief Executive Officer

The Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau (FCVB) has hired a new President/Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Oliveira. Lisa brings more than 15 years of experience in tourism and hospitality, most recently serving as President/CEO of Visit Fresno County. In that role, she led strategic... Continue Reading

Date posted03/31/2026


Georgetown to Host Texas Downtown Regional Roundtable
Georgetown to Host Texas Downtown Regional Roundtable

Georgetown will host the Texas Downtown Regional Roundtable taking place on May 7–8! Tentative schedule includes: Thursday, May 7 Morning: Welcome and event kickoff Midday–Afternoon: Guided tours and on-the-ground exploration of downtown businesses, districts, and key... Continue Reading

Date posted03/30/2026


Visit South Padre Island Names Veteran Tourism Leader Kelly de Schaun as Executive Director
Visit South Padre Island Names Veteran Tourism Leader Kelly de Schaun as Executive Director

International Destination Strategist to Lead Next Phase of Growth for South Padre Island SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas, March 23, 2026— Visit South Padre Island has announced the hiring of Kelly de Schaun as its new Executive Director, bringing more than two decades of international tourism... Continue Reading

Date posted03/24/2026


Frisco named a winner in the 2026 IDC Smart Cities North America Awards
Frisco named a winner in the 2026 IDC Smart Cities North America Awards

Frisco, Texas – March 12, 2026 – Frisco, Texas was named a winner in the 2026 IDC Smart Cities North America Awards, which recognizes leading practices and innovation in state/provincial and local government projects and initiatives. Winners and finalists demonstrate how technology... Continue Reading

Date posted03/13/2026


Visit Boerne Director Larry Woods Announces Retirement After More Than Five Decades of Service
Visit Boerne Director Larry Woods Announces Retirement After More Than Five Decades of Service

Visit Boerne Director Larry Woods Announces Retirement After More Than Five Decades of Service to Texas Tourism Boerne, Texas — After more than 50 years in the hospitality and tourism industry, including 17 years as Director of Visit Boerne, Larry Woods announced his retirement, leaving... Continue Reading

Date posted03/12/2026