Discover Durham

We're hiring! We are seeking a Director of Operations to join our team. This senior leadership role will oversee the organization's Human Resources, Operations and Visitor Information Center management. The Director of Operations requires dynamic leadership skills with extensive experience in operational management, human resources and strategic planning within a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. Check out the listing here to apply: https://durh.am/41557oC

Durham Next is a community partnership working to bring to life the community's vision for Durham's future ??

In 2023, thirteen million people visited Durham and spent $1.125 billion - surpassing our pre-pandemic highs in visitor volume and visitor spending. While tourism has continued to grow, the numbers only tell part of the story. This year, we’re responding to the "new normal" of tourism to reach visitors in new, more dynamic and efficient ways. Our annual Tourism Impact Report provides transparency into our plans, priorities and results as a destination marketing organization. You'll also learn what's ahead of us – how we're continuing to center Durham's story as we take a more active role in shaping our city's future for tourism. Read the full report: https://durh.am/3Ni83Xa

Our hearts are with the communities across the country and in North Carolina devastated by Hurricane Helene. For those looking for ways to support to western NC, this list shares locations in Durham accepting donation drop-offs that benefit official nonprofits. We know there are so many more organizations working to offer help to our fellow North Carolinians, including the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund, United Way of North Carolina and American Red Cross. Please consider making financial donations as you are able to established organizations. Some things to remember when donating at the drop-off locations in Durham: ? Only donate requested items ? Only donated items during the requested time frame ? Do not send items directly to the affected area Operation Airdrop: https://lnkd.in/e7R9KyDS Duke Athletics: goduke.com/hurricane

We're hiring for two positions! We're seeking a Marketing Technology Manager and a Marketing Project Coordinator to join our team. The Marketing Technology Manager will ensure the efficient and effective operation of the organization’s marketing technology platforms and related vendor relationships. This includes oversight, implementation support, monitoring and maintenance of systems such as the CRM, website CMSes and Email Service Providers (ESPs). Check out the listing for the Marketing Technology Manager: https://durh.am/3TLr87L The Marketing Project Coordinator will provide marketing and administrative support and assist with coordinating cross-departmental projects. Other responsibilities may include updating our website, entering data into our customer relationship management database, compiling a daily roundup for staff with news articles from and about Durham and working in our project management tool. Check out the listing for the Marketing Project Coordinator: https://durh.am/3TIA0ea

Discover Durham has been nominated for a ConventionSouth Readers' Choice Award. This recognition is a testament to Durham's unique venues and meeting facilities. Please cast your vote for Durham before Oct. 2 and help us showcase our community as a top destination for meeting planners and visitors ? https://durh.am/4e3XW3Q

We're hiring! We are seeking a Director of Operations to join our team. This senior leadership role will oversee the organization's Human Resources, Operations and Visitor Information Center management. The Director of Operations requires dynamic leadership skills with extensive experience in operational management, human resources and strategic planning within a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. Check out the listing here to apply:?https://durh.am/4cUuXy5

Discover Durham was named one of the top 4% of destination marketing organizations in the world by Destinations International. "Reaccreditation with Distinction" recognizes the highest standards of excellence in the field and Discover Durham was among 30 of DI’s 750 members to achieve this level of performance. DI Chief Inclusion Officer Sophia Hyder Hock visited the Discover Durham office to present the certification, joined here by Board Chair Tom Lubbe, CEO Susan Amey, CMO Cara Rousseau and Marketing Manager Brittany Jones, CAPM, PDM.

Discover Durham was named one of the top 4% of destination marketing organizations in the world by Destinations International. "Reaccreditation with Distinction" recognizes the highest standards of excellence in the field and Discover Durham was among 30 of DI’s 750 members to achieve this level of performance. DI Chief Inclusion Officer Sophia Hyder Hock visited the Discover Durham office to present the certification, joined here by Board Chair Tom Lubbe, CEO Susan Amey, CMO Cara Rousseau and Marketing Manager Brittany Jones, CAPM, PDM.

Durham has reached another milestone: we've met and surpassed our 2019 visitor spending record - reaching $1.125 billion in 2023. While there’s reason to celebrate, there’s more work to be done. As we continue to grow and work to be a top place to live, work and visit, we're encouraging folks to keep dollars local and understand how tourism increases the quality of life for residents. With our new nonprofit, Durham Next, we plan to facilitate some large-scale, long-term projects that will fulfill a vision for Durham decades in the future, but we also plan to support our small businesses in various ways. Thanks to ongoing support from the City of Durham and Durham County, we plan to organize efforts to pave the way for a sustainable tourism and hospitality economy that keeps pace with our growing market. If you’d like to follow our progress and learn about opportunities to be involved, follow Durham Next on social media.??