Kiki Mannear

About Kiki Mannear

New Orleans and Louisiana as a whole speak for themselves—exuberant music, world-renowned cuisine, stunning landscapes, and rich culture. Whether visitors are drawn to the vibrant streets of New Orleans or the diverse experiences across the state, they’re already eager to explore.Businesses can connect with this highly engaged audience by advertising in the official, integrated publishing products of both the Louisiana Office of Tourism and New Orleans & Company.Louisiana Office of Tourism and New Orleans & Company are ready to bring your tales to life—let’s share your story with the world! Learn more at:

Experience

1. Director of Destination Partner Development New Orleans & Company & Louisiana Office of Tourism

   Miles Partnership

   Apr 2023 — Present · New Orleans, LA, US

   I work directly with the members of New Orleans & Company and partners of the Louisiana Office of Tourism to share insider tips and strategies for growing their presence in print, digital, and content services—both in the Greater New Orleans Region and across Louisiana.Summary/Objective:Responsible for in-market sales and relationship-building for the valued members of New Orleans & Company and partners of the Louisiana Office of Tourism. This is accomplished by servicing and nurturing a base of hotels, restaurants, museums, attractions, and other businesses involved in tourism, meetings and conventions, and international travel trade.Essential Duties:I. Achieves or exceeds revenue goalsII. Meets weekly with New Orleans & Company members and Louisiana Office of Tourism partners to strengthen relationships and expand their reach to new Consistently uses Salesforce to maintain accurate records of accounts, contacts, and opportunitiesIV. Identifies businesses benefiting from their membership/partnership while also prospecting new businesses to expand their visibility. In addition to securing visibility agreements, proactively consults with them regarding their needs, target audiences, and industry trendsV. Educates New Orleans & Company members and Louisiana Office of Tourism partners on best practices for measuring digital ROIVI. Deepens industry knowledge in leisure travel, meetings & conventions, and the travel trade across both the Greater New Orleans Region and Louisiana as a wholeVII. Develops new business through referrals, industry networking, and publications to engage potential members/partners looking to grow their footprint in the Serves as the key liaison, ensuring members’ and partners’ needs are communicated effectively to Miles Partnership production, accounts payable, and customer service teams

Education

• Southeast Tourism Society

  Travel Marketing Professional, Southeast Tourism Society

  2019

• River Parishes Community College

  Associates in Elementary Education, Elementary Education and Teaching

• University of New Orleans

  Elementary Education and Teaching