Mark Calitri Visit Owensboro President/CEO speaks tourism
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…
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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…
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Owensboro transforms into a powerhouse of sports tourism with one of the most exciting weekends our city has ever seen! Visit Owensboro is proud to host over 53 championship-level high school baseball and softball games as part of the Kentucky 2A Championships and Kentucky All A State Championships—bringing top-tier student-athletes from across the state. …
Great Race postponed until August. Vintage cars from five countries. The Great Race won’t be rolling into town on June 24 with 120 vintage cars from Japan, England, Germany, Canada and all over the United States after all.But, so far at least, it’s only been postponed to Aug. 26.“I’m pleased to announce that all of…
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Mark Calitri speaks tourism: Hank Phillips, President and CEO of the Kentucky Travel Industry Association, will address the Greater Owensboro Chamber of CommerceHank Phillips has built a career of service around the dual roles of tourism and association leadership. In November of 2014 he was selected as President & CEO of the Kentucky Travel Industry…
Continuing a Legacy of Excellence in Guest Experience The Larry Maglinger Award was created to honor the legacy of a dedicated City Commissioner and to recognize local residents who serve as true ambassadors of tourism. This award celebrates individuals who not only provide outstanding customer service but also go above and beyond to make…
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Tourism, convention center renovations continue to push construction in the hospitality sectorIn Owensboro, two new hotels – Best Western Plus and TownePlace Suites – recently opened their doors with 63 and 102 rooms, respectively, according to an article in the Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer, which also noted that the city had just under 1,300 hotel rooms at…
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Owensboro is on pace to see a record number of visitors in 2025. Mark Calitri, president of the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau, said every month from January through June saw new records set in hotel room occupancy. The average for the first six months of the year was 63.08%, he said. That’s…
Every destination has assets. Not every destination turns those assets into growth. That’s where leadership matters. In Owensboro, that leadership has been centered around a clear approach—treat tourism like a business, focus on results, and build something that lasts. That’s the role Mark Calitri and Visit Owensboro have played in shaping the city’s growth. 🧭…
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Mark Calitri announces major economic development news: Owensboro to see $400,000 impact in hosting state archery tournamentFor the first time, Owensboro has been selected to host the 2019 Kentucky Scholastic 3D Archery State Indoor Championship at the Owensboro Convention Center. This competition will bring in over 500 archers and their families from across the state…