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Join Travel Unity for their 2024 Travel Unity Summit Southeast, happening right here in the City With Soul from September 18-20! This incredible event will bring together travel industry leaders, community organizations, and passionate individuals dedicated to creating inclusive travel experiences. Get ready for insightful panels, hands-on workshops, and fantastic networking opportunities! “We’re delighted to partner with Visit Jackson to host this important summit and showcase the city’s commitment to inclusivity in travel.” - Roni Weiss, Executive Director at Travel Unity Mark your calendars, for more details and to register, visit https://lnkd.in/ehCgUP6E #VisitJackson #TravelUnitySummit #CityWithSoul #InclusiveTravel #JacksonMS #TravelUnity #Summit2024

We are delighted to welcome Ms. Virgie Webb as the newest member of our Navigator Program at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN). Ms. Webb retired from the MS Dept. of Education after nearly 30 years of service and has been an invaluable member of Visit Jackson for almost 7 years. Her passion for volunteering stems from her love of interacting with people and sharing the rich history and culture of our city and state. We are excited to have Ms. Virgie on board and look forward to the positive impact she will bring to our team. Please join us in welcoming Ms. Virgie Webb! ✈ For more information on joining our Navigator (volunteer) Program, contact us today at 601.939.5631! #JMAA #FlyJAN #VolunteerJAN #Community #JANNavigatorProgram

What legacy will you leave for your community? For Malcolm White, the introduction Tom Wacaster, former director of the Phil Hardin Foundation, gave him to community foundations has been invaluable. Since then, White has created multiple funds over the years for different groups, from the Mississippi Arts Commission's Writers Trail and Fund for the Excellence in the Arts to the Hal's St. Paddy's Parade & Festival Fund. Now, he's creating his own ripple effects, helping organizations like WellsFest CARES understand the power of what community foundations can do to bring meaningful and measurable change to causes they care about. See more stories from our 30 years of impact here: 30.formississippi.org

We're thrilled to have hosted the Mandela Washington Fellows from all over Africa, including Kenya, The Congo, and Nigeria, on a tour of Jackson, led by our Senior Business Development Manager, Sherri Ratliff, CMP! Group tours like these are vital for DMOs, providing an opportunity to showcase our city's unique attractions and foster international partnerships. One fellow remarked, “Other fellows assigned to locations in [larger Tier 1] metropolitan cities are envious of the space & luxury we have to walk from our hotel to the nearest restaurant - such a relaxing pace, without the hustle & bustle.” Thank you to Jackson State University for hosting these inspiring leaders! Learn more about the Mandela Washington Fellowship Program here: https://lnkd.in/dV5Zsjwq

We couldn’t be happier to hear our wonderful clients The Local Palate, in partnership with Visit Jackson and VisitMS and sponsoring partners, are loving the results from one of their latest festivals: The JXN Food & Wine Festival! Our Selland Technologies team worked hard to deliver a comprehensive, bespoke media campaign, dedicated to meeting the exact needs of this event, including consistent #SEO monitoring and a full #GoogleAds campaign to ensure the best outcome possible- and we did it! The JXN Food & Wine Festival sold out their first ever festival with an 80% ROI!! We love working with local teams & events within their specialized industries 🎉 🎉 We look forward more great campaigns with JXN Food and Wine Festival 🙌 #SupportLocal  #SmallBusinessGrowth #DigitalMarketing #JXNFestival #FoodandWine #LocalSEO #BusinessVisibility #CommunityEngagement #EventMarketing

We're beyond proud to see Reshonda Perryman, our Director of Brand and Creative Engagement, featured on Hearst Media's "Only In" as a local artist and culture bearer for Jackson, MS. Her passion for our city shines through in everything she does, from promoting Jackson's rich culture to sharing her love for our community every single day. Catch her inspiring story on the Hearst Very Local app and see why working in tourism means truly loving the place you promote. Thank you, Reshonda, for your dedication and enthusiasm! Check out the full episode and show her some love! #JxnMs #VisitJacksonMs #OnlyIn #LocalArtist #CityWithSoul

🕊️ Today, we honor the life and legacy of Medgar Wiley Evers, 61 years after his passing. As a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement, Medgar Evers dedicated his life to fighting for justice and equality. His commitment and ultimate sacrifice have left an indelible mark on history. "You can kill a man, but you can't kill an idea." - Medgar Evers Let us remember his contributions and continue to be inspired by his unwavering dedication to equality and justice. #MedgarEvers #CivilRights #Legacy #Justice #Inspiration #FlyJAN #JacksonMedgarWileyEversInternationalAirport ✈

We are in the middle of the 41st annual National Travel & Tourism Week. Yesterday at Smith Park we celebrated with our incredible community and leaders, including Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba. Under the themes "Travel is Essential" and "Outdoor Adventure," we honored the dedication of those who make Jackson vibrant and welcoming. Rickey Thigpen, PhD, shared exciting news: Jackson hosted 9.8 million visitors, generated $0.9 billion in expenditures and employed 8,700 people in our thriving leisure and hospitality Industry. We’re also thrilled about upcoming events like the 2024 USA Track & Field Olympic Southern Regional and the 2025 Destinations International Summit, which will bring substantial economic impact to our city. Mayor Lumumba's 52-week tourism strategy is driving growth and opportunity, and his proclamation of May 19 – 25 as National Travel & Tourism Week highlights our commitment to a bright future. David Pharr's insights on the Museum Trail remind us of the powerful connection between tourism, quality of life, and economic development. Join us in celebrating our resilient, vibrant Jackson! Let's continue to show the world why we're the City With Soul. https://lnkd.in/ekhyVDeR #CityWithSoul #VisitJackson #NTTW24 #TourismMatters #ExploreJackson

Celebrating dedication and commitment! Our team members have been instrumental in promoting the vibrant soul of Jackson, MS. From 5 years to an incredible 35 years of service, each milestone represents a journey of passion and dedication to our beloved destination. At Visit Jackson, we believe the key to a DMO's success is a team deeply dedicated to elevating and progressing their home, their destination. Join us in honoring these remarkable individuals who continue to shape the narrative of our city! #Teamwork #DestinationMarketing #VisitJackson #JacksonMS #DMO

I am proud to share Destinations International's 2023 Annual Report. 2023 marked a year of unprecedented success and growth for DI, largely thanks to the commitment of our members and partners around the globe. 🌎 Download the report here: https://bit.ly/4aVYhUz