Headshot of Communications Specialist Sheridan Powell. She stands in front of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum wearing pink earrings and a gray shirt.

Sheridan Powell of Visit Colorado Springs Named One of 30 Future Destination Leaders

Powell Joins Destinations International’s 2024 30 Under 30 Class

Colorado Springs, Colo. – April 3, 2024 – Visit Colorado Springs is thrilled to announce that Communications Specialist Sheridan Powell has been named one of Destinations International’s 2024 30 Under 30 recipients.

Powell was nominated for her work and dedication to improving VCOS’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives throughout the last couple of years. She secured grant funding through the Colorado Tourism Office to partner with accessible travel company Wheel the World. She has been instrumental in the execution of the project for Colorado Springs and has inspired other organizations across the state to begin their own journeys toward improving accessible travel.

“We are so proud of Sheridan and the work she has done on behalf of our organization and community,” said Doug Price, President & CEO of Visit Colorado Springs. “She continues to emerge as a leader in improving accessible travel and ensuring all are welcome to our destination.”

Destinations International is committed to investing and preparing the leaders of tomorrow and developing future industry leaders that represent a diverse set of backgrounds and perspectives. Each year, 30 individuals under the age of 30 are selected to gain valuable industry networking opportunities and increased thought leadership throughout the year. This year’s honorees hail from 30 unique destinations across four countries and were selected from a competitive pool of 96 applicants.

“The 30 Under 30 program remains critical to our organization’s vision and mission,” said Don Welsh, president and CEO of Destinations International. “As our industry moves toward recovery, we are especially excited to announce these young professionals as they are the future of the travel and tourism industry.”

To learn more about each honoree, click here.

The 2024 30 Under 30 Class Includes:
-Alexandria Eady, Content Manager, Richmond Region Tourism
-America Segura, Public Relations Manager, Visit Corpus Christi
-Andrew Lawrence, Assistant Director, Arlington Sports Commission, Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau
-Brittany Jones, Marketing Project Manager, Discover Durham
-Caitlin Neal, Marketing Director, Gilmer Chamber/Pick Ellijay
-Catherine Streater, Senior Coordinator, Brand USA
-Cristina Fernandes, Leisure Sales Coordinator, Discover Puerto Rico
-Fallon Tullier, Research and Technology Manager, Visit Baton Rouge
-Hailey Post, Destination Data Manager, Visit Raleigh
-Ian Wallis, Sales & Marketing Manager, Louisiana's Cajun Bayou Tourism
-Jessica VanDeMar, Marketing Manager, Visit Finger Lakes
-Kasmara Freiderich, National Sales Manager, Experience Rochester, MN
-Katie Clarke, People and Culture Coordinator, Destination Vancouver
-Lee Prutsman, Senior Marketing Manager, Visit KC
-Luke Alexopoulos, Senior Public Relations Manager, Visit Eau Claire
-Macy Dolton, Content Marketing Specialist, Destination DC
-Maggie Carter, Creative Marketing Manager, Visit Baltimore
-Martin Garneau , Senior Manager, Systems Architecture and Application Development, Banff & Lake Louise Tourism
-Mary Coryell, Manager, Partner Relations, Discover Lehigh Valley
-Megan Myers, Digital Media Director, Hocking Hills Tourism Association
-Megane Simone, Bid & Communication Manager, Geneva Tourism & Conventions Foundation
-Millie Stewart, Director of Sales, Visit Ogden
-Nathaniel Sweetman, Sports Marketing Coordinator, Visit Sarasota County
-Orla Moule, Business Events Assistants, Fáilte Ireland
-Samantha Green Ewald, Destination Services Manager, Visit Charlotte/Charlotte Regional Visitor's Authority
-Sheridan Powell, Communications Specialist, Visit Colorado Springs
-Sydney Macapagal, Digital Content Strategist, Visit Galveston
-Sydney O'Connell, Marketing Manager, Visit Fort Worth
-Wayne Stewart, Director of Marketing & Communications, Visit Casper
-Wesley Sosa, Graphic Designer and Brand Manager, Visit Stockton

Now in its 14th year, the 30 Under 30 program is supported by founding program partner, SearchWide Global and sponsored by Fired Up! Culture and IMEX. For more information on the 30 Under 30 Program and the 2024 30 Under 30 class, please visit destinationsinternational.org/general-information/30-under-30.

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About the Destinations International Foundation
Destinations International is the world’s largest and most reliable resource for destination organizations. In short - DI educates, equips, and empowers our members to grow the success of their destinations and to excel professionally. Membership grants access to a wealth of important industry resources, educational opportunities, and exclusive benefits. For more information, visit www.destinationsinternational.org.

About Destinations International
Destinations International is the world’s largest resource for official destination organizations, convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) and tourism boards. Destinations International is about serving destination marketing professionals first and foremost. Together with more than 6,500 members and partners from over 650 destinations in approximately 13 countries, Destinations International represents a powerful forward-thinking, collaborative association that exchanges bold ideas, connects innovative people and elevates tourism to its highest potential. For more information, visit www.destinationsinternational.org.

About Visit Colorado Springs
Visit Colorado Springs is the leading marketing organization for group and leisure travel and tourism to the Colorado Springs – Olympic City USA and the Pikes Peak Region. The organization is dedicated to a strong national and international presence so that tourism is a primary contributor to a thriving local economy. We create economic vitality through memorable visits to the wonders of Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region.

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