Destination Marketing Podcast 336: Why Destination Marketers Should Think Like Economic Developers with Dane Carlson
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Aug 27, 2024 Dane Carlson, CEO of Site Hunt and host of the Econ Dev Show, discusses the powerful connection between tourism and economic development. He shares his journey from blogging to transforming Mariposa, California, by adding innovative attractions like an escape room. Carlson highlights the significance of collaboration among marketers and economic developers to enhance local experiences. He also explores how tourism revitalizes small towns, showcasing the creativity needed for sustainable economic growth and the use of AI tools like Sitehunt to harness local assets.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Memorable Travel Experiences and Hidden Access Adventures
01:50 • 2min
Revitalizing Small Towns through Tourism
04:07 • 24min
The Intimacy of Podcasting and Economic Development Tools
28:23 • 4min
The Interconnection Between Destination Marketing and Economic Development
32:47 • 2min