Exploring Kentucky | Big Comicon creates substantial economic impact to Owensboro by drawing new visitors, says Mark A. Calitri, Visit Owensboro

OMG!Con continues to be a very good event for Owensboro and the Owensboro Convention Center, said Mark Calitri.    

Calitri pointed to Dave Kirk’s Visit Owensboro Destination Management when he said the conference has a significant economic impact on Owensboro, estimating the OMG!Con will bring $300,000 to the community with a good attendance.

http://www.connect2win.org/exploring-kentucky-big-comicon-creates-substantial-economic-impact-to-owensboro-by-drawing-new-visitors-says-mark-a-calitri-visit-owensboro/

The Surprising Kentucky Town That Makes an Excellent Weekend Getaway: Mark Calitri speaks tourism

The Surprising Kentucky Town That Makes an Excellent Weekend Getaway: Mark Calitri speaks tourism
Kentucky is a state that surprises many...
The Surprising Kentucky Town That Makes an Excellent Weekend Getaway: Mark Calitri speaks tourism 
Visit Owensboro is the official destination marketing organization for Owensboro and Daviess County Kentucky. www.visitowensboro.com Mark Calitri serves as President/CEO.

Mark Calitri presents June 2017 GRADD Board of Directors Meeting

Mark Calitri discusses the CVB in Around MIAMI Township with Eric Ferry...

Mark Calitri VisitOwensboro OZ Tyler Kentucky Bourbon Trail

Mark Calitri Visit Owensboro President and CEO Previews New Plans

Mark Calitri interviews Pete Rose

Exploring Kentucky | Bourbon drives visitation to Kentucky: Mark Calitri speaks tourism

Exploring Kentucky | Bourbon drives visitation to Kentucky: Mark Calitri speaks tourism 

O.Z. Tyler modernizes bourbon production, expands distillery to 95,000 annual barrels

When O.Z. Tyler decided to rehab the old Medley Distillery in 2014, they had to turn deterioration, from the 25 years the facility sat vacant, into what is set to become the world’s fourth-largest independent bourbon distillery.

Call said the $25 million renovation not only allowed for new electrical, plumbing and piping systems, but also gave the distillery a chance to modernize and automate the centuries-old bourbon craft.

https://www.owensborotimes.com/features/business/2019/05/o-z-tyler-modernizes-bourbon-production-expands-distillery-to-95000-annual-barrels/



Visit Owensboro is the official destination marketing organization for Owensboro and Daviess County Kentucky. www.visitowensboro.com Mark Calitri serves as President/CEO.

Everyday Owensboro touches the world! says Mark Calitri.

Everyday Owensboro touches the world! says Mark Calitri. 
Everyday Owensboro touches the world, says Mark Calitri

Everyday Owensboro touches the world! says Mark Calitri.

Everyday Owensboro touches the world! says Mark Calitri.  During last week’s Kentucky Travel Industry Associaiton spring conference Pure Michigan VP (#1 most recognized marketing campaign in United States) says Owensboro's Brand USA video is his favorite. It tells a story that resonates with the viewer!

  “Pure Michigan is the model,” says Calitri.  The Brand USA video featuring Owensboro creates a connection with viewers.  As of May 2019, the video has over 4,000,000 views. That means that 4,000, 000 people have seen the Owensboro story and our message.  With additional marketing resources the video has the potential to reach several more million this year alone.

 Visit Owensboro is continuing to build a destination that is attractive to visitors.

Let’s keep the momentum going... 5 million views?

Everyday Owensboro touches the world, says Mark Calitri

Brand USA takes Owensboro Kentucky to world stage

Brand USA takes Owensboro Kentucky to world stage

Owensboro tourism moved to the international stage Thursday night with the launching of Brand USA's "Hear the Music, Experience The USA" campaign locally.

Brand USA, the marketing agency for American tourism, selected Owensboro as one of its Top 10 American music cities last year.

And a short video about Owensboro has already drawn more than 4.1 million views -- and 22 million impressions, the number of times the website is opened -- worldwide.

That's more than any other city in the campaign, Tom Garzilli, chief marketing officer for Brand USA, told a crowd gathered at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum.

Mark Calitri, president of the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau, called the promotion "a beautiful opportunity for Owensboro."

It's time, he said, for the area to capitalize on its music heritage.

2018 Owensboro Airshow and the Blue Angels

Owensboro was selected as one of 10 music cities for Brand USA’s Hear the Music campaign, joining the ranks with cities like New Orleans, Miami, West Hollywood, Las Vegas and Detroit.
“This puts Owensboro on both the national and international map,” said Mark Calitri, President and CEO of Visit Owensboro, noting that the Hear the Music campaign has already launched overseas.

Pickleball In Owensboro Kentucky

Owensboro was selected as one of 10 music cities for Brand USA’s Hear the Music campaign, joining the ranks with cities like New Orleans, Miami, West Hollywood, Las Vegas and Detroit.
“This puts Owensboro on both the national and international map,” said Mark Calitri, President and CEO of Visit Owensboro, noting that the Hear the Music campaign has already launched overseas.

Owensboro was selected as one of 10 music cities for Brand USA’s Hear the Music campaign, joining the ranks with cities like New Orleans, Miami, West Hollywood, Las Vegas and Detroit.

Owensboro was selected as one of 10 music cities for Brand USA’s Hear the Music campaign, joining the ranks with cities like New Orleans, Miami, West Hollywood, Las Vegas and Detroit.
“This puts Owensboro on both the national and international map,” said Mark Calitri, President and CEO of Visit Owensboro, noting that the Hear the Music campaign has already launched overseas.

Exploring Kentucky | The Best of the West: Mark Calitri speaks tourism

Exploring Kentucky | The Best of the West: Mark Calitri speaks tourism
The western Kentucky cities of Bowling Green, Owensboro and Paducah have teamed up for tourism, and are ready to show off their finest attractions, eateries, events and overnight lodgings. Meeting planners, this includes you, for corporate retreat sites abound in the West.

Best travel to western Kentucky

“Western Kentucky is experiencing a momentum in travel because of the authentic nature of our experiences”, said Mark Calitri, President, Visit Owensboro
https://www.lanereport.com/112978/2019/05/exploring-kentucky-the-best-of-the-west/

Visit Owensboro is the official destination marketing organization for Owensboro and Daviess County Kentucky. www.visitowensboro.com Mark Calitri serves as President/CEO.

Mark Calitri speaks tourism: Hank Phillips, President of Kentucky Travel Industry Association

Mark Calitri speaks tourism:   Hank Phillips, President of Kentucky Travel Industry Association

   Hank Phillips was the keynote speaker for the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce breakfast. Phillips reported that Kentucky is now a travel state. He noted that visitors are looking for experiences that are compelling and authentic. A brand is a promise and Owensboro’s brand of bourbon, barbeque, and bluegrass fulfills the promise.

   Mark Calitri, president of the Owensboro Daviess County Convention and Visitors Bureau promoted Owensboro’s new highlight video.



https://www.facebook.com/VisitOwensboro/videos/370308123573251/



Visit Owensboro is the official destination marketing organization for Owensboro and Daviess County Kentucky. www.visitowensboro.com Mark Calitri serves as President/CEO.

Cincinnati and Lake Harsha to Host USRowing Club National Championships

http://www.usrowing.org/news/2016/07/25/lake-harsha-host-2017-usrowing-club-national-championships/
Cincinnati to host USRowing Club Nationals. Largest race of organization
“The Clermont County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau is excited to host the 2017 USRowing Club Nationals for the third year in a row,” said President of the Clermont County Convention and Visitors Bureau Mark Calitri. “This year’s event produced a record-breaking economic impact to the Cincinnati East region and highlights the increasing value that USRowing and the sport of rowing brings to this community. We are anticipating future capital improvements to the venue in order to provide the highest level of service to our rowers, coaches and fans.”

Cincinnati Bengals exec Jeff Berding trying to bring a new pro soccer

The 60-acre site will host Kings Hammer’s annual Blue Chip College Showcase Tournament, drawing hundreds of teams and coaches to the region every year, said Mark Calitri, executive director of the Clermont County Convention and Visitors Bureau.

“Kings Hammer has a lease that guarantees them 16 weekends to host their events,” said Calitri, who estimates the club will generate an economic impact of $28 million over five years from increased visitor spending. Kings Hammer had been using a field in Oxford for its events. Calitri facilitated the deal between the soccer club and the Ruebel family, which owns Red Barn.

It’s not clear whether Kings Hammer will have an affiliation with the new FC Cincinnati soccer team. Calitri said Berding recently stepped down as Kings Hammer president.

http://visittx.com/cincinnati-bengals-exec-jeff-berding-trying-to-bring-a-new-pro-soccer/

Top stories in Owensboro Kentucky: Calitri demonstrates history of leading destination marketing organizations

Top stories in Owensboro Kentucky: Calitri demonstrates history of leading destination marketing organizations

 Mark Calitri, president and chief executive officer of the Cincinnati East Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Clermont (Ohio) Sports Development Corp., was hired in April as the first president/CEO of the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9DXPVQH

Visit Owensboro is the official destination marketing organization for Owensboro and Daviess County Kentucky. www.visitowensboro.com Mark Calitri serves as President/CEO.

Calitri demonstrates history of leading destination marketing organizations

Calitri demonstrates history of leading destination marketing organizations

 According to the Bethel Journal, when it comes to marketing Clermont County and Cincinnati East as a tourism destination, Mark Calitri is master of the game. His focus is on identifying key tourist attractions in the county and marketing them.

https://issuu.com/cincinnati/docs/bethel-journal-092116/4



Visit Owensboro is the official destination marketing organization for Owensboro and Daviess County Kentucky. www.visitowensboro.com Mark Calitri serves as President/CEO.