High Five Tourism Solutions

04/27/2026

We’re growing.

High Five Tourism Solutions is hiring a part-time Administrative Assistant to help keep projects moving across a portfolio of tourism nonprofits, museums, and destination organizations. This fully remote role (15 hours/week) works directly with the CEO and plays a key role in keeping operations, communication, and deliverables on track.

If you’re organized, proactive, and easy to work with, this is a chance to contribute to meaningful work across the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest.

Learn more and apply:

High Five Tourism Solutions is growing and looking for a part-time Administrative Assistant to support day-to-day operations and keep projects moving across a portfolio of tourism and nonprofit clients.

09/30/2025

High Five Tourism Solutions has partnered with the Visit Greater Cadillac Area Visitors Bureau (CAVB) Board of Directors to support their search for the organization’s next Executive Director.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader to work at the intersection of tourism, community, and economic vitality in Northern Michigan.

Do you know of a dynamic leader with the vision, experience, and drive to champion the Cadillac area as a premier travel destination?

Full job description and application details can be found here:
👉 https://www.highfivetourism.com/blog/cavb-ed

Please share this opportunity with your networks to help the CAVB Board of Directors find Cadillac’s next rockstar Executive Director.

High Five Tourism Solutions is honored to partner with the Cadillac Area Visitors Bureau (CAVB) Board of Directors in the search for the organization’s next Executive Director, a dynamic leader who will guide the Bureau into its next chapter of growth and success.

04/25/2025

National Park Week, organized by the National Park Foundation, is great reminder that national parks aren’t just scenic landmarks, they’re vital to the economies of small and mighty towns across the country. Through High Five Tourism Solutions, I have the privilege of working with communities whose livelihoods are directly tied to national parks, forests, and historic sites. These public lands may not always be household names, but they are essential to tourism, local businesses, and quality of life in the regions they serve.

I also have the honor of serving on the board — and as Communications Committee Chair — for the C&O Canal Trust, the philanthropic partner of the C&O Canal National Historical Park. Stretching 184.5 miles through Maryland, D.C., and West Virginia, this park is more than a recreational resource. It’s a backbone for rural communities, heritage tourism, and conservation efforts.

National parks are more than scenic views. They’re community builders, job creators, and economic engines. This week, I’m grateful for the opportunity to support the places and people who bring them to life.

04/17/2025

It's National High Five Day, which feels especially fitting when your business is literally named High Five Tourism Solutions.

Today, I want to send a big high five to the tourism professionals, economic developers, heritage leaders, main street champions, and place-based businesses I've had the privilege to work with. You're doing the important work of building community, preserving history, and creating meaningful experiences.

High five for launching new ideas, telling great stories, keeping things local, and making your destinations shine. It's a joy to support your efforts and celebrate your wins.

02/19/2025

Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) leaders do more than promote places—they drive economic growth, foster community collaboration, and create meaningful visitor experiences. High Five Tourism Solutions supports these professionals in tackling the challenges that keep them up at night.

Tourism is about people, connections, and the stories that bring communities together. Grateful to be part of an industry that makes a lasting impact. Happy Destination Professionals Day!

02/16/2025

Thrilled to be a presenting sponsor for the Small Museum’s Conference Welcome Reception at the National Capital Trolley Museum. If you’re attending on Monday, February 17, I look forward to chatting.

All aboard! 🚎

Join us at the National Capital Trolley Museum for SMA 2025's Opening Reception on Monday, February 17, starting at 4:00 PM.

Don't want to drive? Take one of the heated charter buses from the conference hotel and back, thanks to Heritage Montgomery! See https://smallmuseum.org/conference-schedule for details.

We are grateful to the National Capital Trolley Museum and High Five Tourism Solutions for sponsoring this event.

Learn more about the museum here 👉 https://www.dctrolley.org/

01/25/2025

Who says you can’t have fun in Ocean City, Maryland, during one of the coldest winters in years? Certainly not me! Spent a fantastic evening hanging out with longtime colleagues and meeting new connections during the Coastal Delmarva Chamber Winter Mixer at Ocean Downs Casino.

Thank you to the Berlin Maryland Chamber of Commerce, Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce, Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce / Salisbury, MD, Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association, Greater Ocean City, Maryland Chamber of Commerce, and the Worcester County Chamber of Commerce in Ocean Pines for organizing such a fun event.

12/02/2024

What can a Broadway smash hit like Wicked teach us about destination marketing? A lot more than you might think! Let's explore how the storytelling magic and emotional connections that make Wicked unforgettable can inspire destination organizations to engage travelers in new and creative ways.

https://www.highfivetourism.com/blog/how-destination-organizations-can-draw-inspiration-from-wicked-movie-to-promote-their-destinations

11/29/2024

Travel Tuesday has quickly become a strategic opportunity for destination marketing organizations (DMOs), economic development authorities (EDAs), chambers of commerce, and other place-based organizations to attract traveler interest and boost visitation. As consumers prioritize meaningful experiences, Travel Tuesday becomes a strategic platform to inspire exploration and drive visitation.

https://www.highfivetourism.com/blog/travel-tuesday-a-golden-opportunity-for-destination-marketing

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11/21/2024

In today’s visually driven world, the lure of "Instagram traps"—highly aestheticized spaces designed for social media appeal—is undeniable.

But the question arises for destination marketing organizations (DMOs), economic development authorities (EDAs), chambers of commerce, and other place-based organizations: Does leaning into this trend enhance long-term success, or does it distract from a destination’s authentic appeal?

Learn more about the latest trends and gain actionable insights that strike a balance between creating an Instagram-worthy experience and maintaining the destination’s authenticity.

https://www.highfivetourism.com/blog/navigating-the-instagram-trap-what-place-based-organizations-need-to-know

In today’s visually driven world, the lure of "Instagram traps"—highly aestheticized spaces designed for social media appeal—is undeniable. But the question arises for destination marketing organizations (DMOs), economic development authorities (EDAs), chambers of commerce, and other place