• The Value of a Landing Page

    The Value of a Landing Page

    Camille says… Have an initiative that needs to take off? Discover the value of a landing page as part of your marketing strategy. Read time: under 6 minutes

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  • Importance of a Brand Standards Manual

    Importance of a Brand Standards Manual

    Leigh says… A brand standards manual (also known as a brand book, guide, or bible) guides anyone in the use of your brand messaging and appearance across all platforms. It plays an important role in protecting the outward appearance of your brand—it tells your company story so your employees and vendors know what you stand for and how you should be perceived. Read time: 7 minutes

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  • Marketing Convention Districts–Big Business for Smaller DMOs

    Marketing Convention Districts–Big Business for Smaller DMOs

    Jim says… As meeting groups look beyond big convention cities for meeting and convention options, smaller destinations have the opportunity to elevate their destination’s meeting brand through convention districts that package meeting and entertainment offerings in convenient proximity to each other. Read time: 7 minutes

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  • Destination Rebranding after a Crisis – Dauphin Island, Alabama

    Destination Rebranding after a Crisis – Dauphin Island, Alabama

    Jim says… When a crisis hits, such as the BP oil spill that devastated Dauphin Island’s tourism, a robust rebranding effort becomes crucial. By leveraging unique attributes like breathtaking sunsets and conducting thorough research, Dauphin Island successfully revived its appeal and saw significant increases in tourism and local development. Read time: under 7 minutes

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  • Award-Winning Campaign (and Results!) on a Limited Marketing Budget

    Award-Winning Campaign (and Results!) on a Limited Marketing Budget

    Jim says… The key to great destination marketing is to create a compelling campaign that establishes a connection with your audience AND produces measurable results – no matter what size the budget. So, regardless of your DMO or CVB size, use these four tips to maximize your limited marketing budget and creativity on your next campaign. Read time: under 3 minutes

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