James Crenshaw

📣 Excited to share I'll be speaking on The Power of Creativity at the Furniture Manufacturers Credit Association, Inc (FMCA) Fall Education Conference in September! Here's a peek at what I'm covering: 💥 Blowing up the notion that creativity is tied to specific professions 🛠 Tools to look at problem solving in a different way 💡 Guide to regularly address challenges with more creativity #creativity #problemsolving #professionaldevelopment

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Check out this great article about things to see and do in Winston-Salem. #visitwinstonsalem

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Nicely done, Georgia! 2023 Georgia tourism highlights: 171.2 million domestic and international visitors, the largest number ever No. 5 market share ranking for domestic overnight visitation among all 50 states and Washington, D.C., for the fourth year in a row $43.6 billion in visitor spending, surpassing 2022 by nearly $4 billion $79.7 billion in total economic impact, a 9.1% year-over-year increase $5 billion in state and local tax revenues generated, a $300 million or 7.2% increase over 2022 463,483 jobs supported, more than 20,000 compared to 2022 https://lnkd.in/esHhdTz3

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Welcome back from the long holiday weekend! We hope you had time to rest and recharge before the busy summer season kicks in. Here’s what’s been happening. ↠ Have you heard about NARRATIVE HOTELS? They are the next wave in the boutique hotel genre, but they take the cool factor a step farther by giving guests a truly immersive experience in a specific storyline. ↠ SUMMER TRAVEL is upon us and if you break it down by the generations, we are seeing varying interests and consumer behavior you might want to pay attention to. ↠ CRUISING is about to have its business model turned upside down as a new cruise line is aiming at disrupting the age-old business model. ↠ The TOP 2024 SUMMER TRAVEL DESTINATIONS are probably not what you would expect. In fact, one is on the list simply because it is a stop on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour — no surprise there right? ↠ And LOYALTY PROGRAMS are adjusting offerings and rewards to better satisfy the needs of guests who want more than being able to accrue and claim points for a guest room or suite. ↠ Check it all out in our three-minute read below. https://lnkd.in/gKQg3nVc #hotels #loyalty #summertravel #cruising #consumerbehavior #hotelsandresorts #travel #boutiquehotels

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RFP Alert 🚨 Georgia Department of Natural Resources is on the hunt for a marketing agency to supercharge Georgia State Parks. Your mission Create a strategic plan that drives revenue, boosts visitation, and turns parks into must-see destinations. What's the gig? - Be the State's marketing agent for parks, historic sites, golf courses, and a tourist train. - Craft campaigns across PR, promotions, interactive marketing, and ads. - Position Georgia's parks as the go-to outdoor destination in the Southeast. - Prove ROI with solid tracking and reporting. Ready to take on Georgia's natural treasures? Comment "TREASURE" for the RFP (***send a request if we're not connected***). Tag an agency you think should jump on this opportunity. __ Want more RFP alerts like this? Follow me and sign up for my email newsletter. 🙏 #marketing #businessdevelopment #growth #agencygrowth #RFP

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Enjoyed sharing the stage today with Patrice Gilmore, CPSD, CCA today at Raleigh Chamber Women's Leadership Conference, and speaking with so many wonderful women. While Patrice and I have had different career paths, we shared similar learnings along the way, including the importance of taking risks, following your passion, and learning from your mistakes or failures. Good to keep in mind on any leadership journey. What lessons would you add? #leadershippath #continouslearning #leadershipjourneys #leadership #leadershipcoach #womeninleadership Joanna Roses Coaching & Communications

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Any other #eventprofs out there that redesign airport traffic flow? Like security lines or lines to board the flight? I feel like today I have completely redesigned DIA. #whoiswithme #airtravel #eventdesign

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If you're in the District and tourism impacts your business, then you need to fill out this survey!

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Save the date! We’re returning to the Woodruff Arts Center once again for #VA2025! After the biggest and best Venture Atlanta yet, we can’t wait to see what next year’s conference has to hold on October 15 & 16—we’ll see you soon 🎉 Click the link and pencil it into your calendar here: https://lnkd.in/eY4aFsd9 #VentureAtlanta #investors #investing #VentureAtlantaConference #startups #startup #startupbusiness #founders #entrepreneur #VentureCapitalist #venturecapital #entrepreneurs #tech

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New episode alert! The Conscious Hospitality Podcast | Episode 31: Hospitality with Heart – A Conversation with Steve Palmer This week on The Conscious Hospitality Podcast, we’re honored to feature Steve Palmer, a transformative leader in the hospitality industry and founder of The Indigo Road Hospitality Group. Steve’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From creating Oak Steakhouse in Charleston, SC, to building a portfolio of over 16 unique hospitality concepts across the Southeast, his work reflects a deep commitment to service, quality, and intentional leadership. But Steve’s impact extends far beyond hospitality operations. As the co-founder of Ben’s Friends, a support network for hospitality professionals battling addiction, and author of Say Grace: How the Restaurant Business Saved My Life, he is dedicated to creating spaces of healing, growth, and connection in an industry that often demands so much. In this episode, we discuss: - The pivotal experiences that shaped Steve’s leadership style. - The founding and mission of Ben’s Friends. - Lessons on redemption and purpose from his book, Say Grace. - How conscious hospitality can transform lives—both for guests and team members. Steve’s story is a powerful reminder that leadership is not just about achieving goals—it’s about creating a meaningful impact for those you serve. Whether you’re in hospitality or passionate about conscious leadership, this episode offers incredible insights and inspiration. Follow Conscious Hospitality Unlimited for more! #leadership #conscioushospitality #addiction #recovery #hospitality #podcast

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In a world where the typical duration of a CMO is 3 to 4 years, a client-agency partnership lasting over ten years with an amazing client like South Carolina Parks, Recreation & Tourism is extremely rare and can only be achieved by teamwork, trust, and consistent positive results.

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Check out this feature on my friend and fellow entrepreneur, Megan Rowe's company, Check What's Good in GrepBeat. If you spend any time in Wilmington, you need to check it out! #wilmingtonNC #entrepreneur #grepbeat

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