TDC Agenda 04/16/2024COLLIER COUNTY
Tourist Development Council
AGENDA
April 16, 2024
9:00 AM
Board of County Commission Chambers
Collier County Government Center
3299 Tamiami Trail East, 3rd Floor
Naples, FL 34112
Commissioner Rick LoCastro, Chair
Clark Hill, Vice-Chair
Councilor Jared Grifoni
Susan Becker
Amanda Cox
Nancy Kerns
Michael McComas
Edward (Ski) Olesky
Council Member Beth Petrunoff
All interested parties are invited to attend, and to register to speak and to submit their objections, if
any, in writing, to the Council prior to the meeting if applicable. For more information, please
contact Paul Beirnes at (239) 252-4040. If you are a person with a disability who needs any
accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the
provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Collier County Facilities Management Department
located at 3335 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 101, Naples, FL 34112-5356, (239) 252-8380. Public
comments will be limited to 3 minutes unless the Chairman grants permission for additional time.
Collier County Ordinance No. 99-22 requires that all lobbyists shall, before engaging in any lobbying
activities (including, but not limited to, addressing the Board of County Commissioners before the
Board of County Commissioners and its advisory boards, register with the Clerk to the Board at the
Board Minutes and Records Department.
About the public meeting:
Two or more members of the Board of County Commissioners, Coastal Advisory Committee, City of
Naples City Council, and City of Marco Island City Council may be present and participate at the
meeting. The subject matter of this meeting may be an item for discussion and action at future
meetings of these Boards.
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Agenda and Minutes
A. Changes and Approval of Today's Agenda
B. Approval of prior TDC Meeting Minutes
1. March 19, 2024 TDC Meeting Minutes
5. Presentations
A. Executive Director Update
B. RSW April 2024 Presentation
6. Consent Agenda - All Matters listed under this agenda item are considered to be routine and action
will be taken by one motion without separate discussion of each item. If discussion is desired by a
member of the Council, that item will be moved from the Consent Agenda and considered
separately under New Business or Old Business.
A. Beach Park Facilities
1. Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental &
Infrastructure, Inc., to provide professional engineering services for 2024-2025 Park
Shore Renourishment Project under Contract No. 18-7432-CZ for time and
material not to exceed $102,117.70, authorize the Chairman to execute the work
order, and make a finding that this item promotes tourism (Fund 1105, Project No.
90067).
2. Recommendation to approve the First Amendment to the Tourist Development
Council Grant Agreement based on updated requests from the City of Naples for
FY 2023-2024 in the amount of $2,500,000, budget these expenditures, approve any
required budget amendments, and make a finding that these expenditures promote
tourism.
B. Tourism Division
7. New Business
A. Tourist Development Council (TDC) to review and make a recommendation on the
application by Nancy Hopkins Kerns for appointment to an additional term on the Tourist
Development Council.
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B. Tourist Development Council (TDC) to review and make a recommendation on the
application by Laura Radler for appointment to a new term on the Tourist Development
Council. The current term of Amanda Cox, (JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort),
expires on April 21, 2024
8. Old Business
Ten Minute Break
9. Marketing Partner Reports
A. Marketing Partner Reports
10. Tourism Staff Reports
A. Tourism Staff Reports
11. Council Member Discussion
12. Next Scheduled Meeting
A. Next Meeting Date - May 21, 2024
13. Adjournment
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COLLIER COUNTY
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Item Number: 4.B.1
Doc ID: 28451
Item Summary: March 19, 2024 TDC Meeting Minutes
Meeting Date: 04/16/2024
Prepared by:
Title: Administrative Assistant – Tourism
Name: Jennifer Leslie
03/29/2024 11:41 AM
Submitted by:
Title: – Tourism
Name: Jay Tusa
03/29/2024 11:41 AM
Approved By:
Review:
Tourism Jennifer Leslie Tourism Division Completed 03/29/2024 11:42 AM
County Manager's Office Geoffrey Willig CMO Analyst Completed 03/29/2024 11:53 AM
Tourism Sandra Rios Tourism Review Completed 03/29/2024 1:12 PM
Corporate Compliance and Continuous Improvement Megan Gaillard Additional Reviewer Completed
03/31/2024 8:34 AM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson OMB Completed 04/01/2024 9:56 AM
Tourism John Melleky Tourism Review Completed 04/01/2024 4:42 PM
Tourism Jennifer Leslie Tourism Director Review Skipped 04/01/2024 4:08 PM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Attorney Review Completed 04/02/2024 10:27 AM
County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Deputy County Manager Completed 04/09/2024 8:37 AM
County Manager's Office Ed Finn Deputy County Manager Completed 04/10/2024 11:51 AM
Tourist Development Council Paul Beirnes Meeting Pending 04/16/2024 9:00 AM
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MINUTES OF THE COLLIER COUNTY
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL MEETING
Naples, Florida, March 19, 2024
LET IT BE REMEMBERED the Collier County Tourist Development Council, in and for the
County of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 9:00 a.m. in REGULAR
SESSION at 3299 Tamiami Trail East, 3rd Floor, Naples, Florida, with the following members
present:
Commissioner Rick LoCastro, Chairman
Clark Hill, Vice Chairman (excused absence)
Jared Grifoni, Councilor (Zoom)
Susan Becker
Nancy Kerns
Edward (Ski) Olesky
Michael McComas (Zoom)
Amanda Cox (Zoom)
Beth Petrunoff, Council Member
ALSO PRESENT: Sandra Rios, CVB PR & Communications Manager
and Co-Interim Tourism Director
Buzzy Ford, Tourism
John Melleky, CVB Arts and Culture Manager and Co-Interim Tourism
Director
Colleen Greene, Attorney, Collier County
James Brendle, Downs & St. Germain Research
Cindy Murrieta, Vice President of Media, Paradise Advertising
Mackenzie Comerer, Lou Hammond Group
Enriqueta Balandra, Senior Project Manager, Miles Partnership
Adrian Moses, General Manager, Paradise Coast Sports Complex
Amanda Townsend, Director, Collier County Museums
Anyone who needs a verbatim record of the meeting may request a video recording from the
Collier County Communications & Customer Relations Department or view it online.
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1. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 9:10 a.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3. Roll Call: A quorum of five was established by members present in the boardroom.
Motion to approve the members on Zoom and the excused absence of Clark Hill:
Ski Olesky made a motion to approve Zoom members and the absence of Vice Chair Hill. The
motion was seconded by Susan Becker.
The motion passed unanimously 5-0. The total number of members is now 8.
4. Agenda and Minutes:
Motion to approve the agenda and the TDC February 20, 2024, minutes:
Nancy Kerns made a motion to approve the agenda and minutes as written. The motion was
seconded by Susan Becker.
The motion passed unanimously 8-0.
5. Presentations -- None
A. Executive Director Update
Sandra Rios and John Melleky continue to carry out the responsibilities of the
terms of direct role of the TDC until that role is filled.
Acknowledges and thanks Amanda Cox for her service and unwavering support on
the TDC. Amanda will be stepping down due to her expanding role with the
Marriott. This is her last meeting with us.
We have confirmed a new Tourism Director for the organization, Jay Tusa, who
will begin his tenure on March 25. A selection committee for this position was
handled through the County’s Managers office.
Provided a snapshot of what the destination experience was during the January
timeframe. (Information is included in your packet.)
6. Consent Agenda -- None
7. New Business -- None
8. Old Business – None
9. Marketing Partner Reports
A. James Brendle, Project Director, Downs & St. Germain Research (via Zoom)
PowerPoint Presentation provided.
B. Cindy Murrieta, Vice President of Media, Paradise Advertising
PowerPoint Presentation provided. Spoke about the Canada campaign; wrapped rideshare
cars (Carvertise); Porter Airlines – direct flight from Canada to RSW.
C. Mackenzie Comerer, Lou Hammond Group (via Zoom)
PowerPoint Presentation provided.
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Q. Beth Petrunoff: What is mobile geo-fencing?
A. Cindy Murrieta: When a polygon (fencing) is put around an area – in this case, the
Toronto Film Festival which includes the theatres – anyone who comes into that area that
meets our target audience, they will be served ads while in the polygon area and for two
weeks afterwards.
Q. Beth Petrunoff: What are the competitive markets that come to our region?
A. Cindy Murrieta: Competitive targeting is an important tactic – a long list, for instance,
Key West, Sarasota, Palm Beach, Hilton Head, any of the more affluent beach destinations.
Q. Beth Petrunoff: There is a statistic where International went from 9 to 17%, what
campaign is driving that and what country?
A. James Brendle: The main markets for international are usually always Canada, followed
by Germany and the UK. We saw a lot of international visitors who had trips planned
between October through January who cancelled their trips or pushed it off for a year due
to the affect of Hurricane Ian, a factor that is probably playing into that increase.
Q. Beth Petrunoff: What is an appropriate benchmark that is used to determine whether or
not a campaign is successful or if we don’t want to use it again?
A. Cindy Murrieta: Every media has a different metric that we measure against. Overall,
cost per thousand impressions will vary for different advertising; what we look at is how
many impressions we are getting.
Q. Beth Petrunoff: Social media, from 49 to 29%, what is driving that decrease?
A. James Brendle: Recall figure for the January report, the monthly data on its own has a
much smaller sample size than our quarterly or annual data so you will see fluctuations. If
we see a trend for two to three months, that is when it would be concerning and we would
look into it.
Q. Amanda Cox: It is great when we get a report from Airport Authority. Can we get a
visitation attribution regarding the Porter flights – it may be too soon.
A. Sandra Rios: We can certainly circle back and get a report with updated detail.
10. Tourism Staff Reports
A. John Melleky, Interim Co-Director
PowerPoint Presentation provided. Discussion of pages 131 to 133, Collections and Tax
Report.
B. Enriqueta Balandra, Senior Project Manager, Miles Partnership (via Zoom)
PowerPoint Presentation provided.
C. Adrian Moses, General Manager, Paradise Coast Sports Complex
PowerPoint Presentation provided. Report covered first quarter of 2024 and December of 2023.
Q. Rick LoCastro: For instance, Saint Patrick’s Day, Women’s Lacrosse, do they pay a fee to
use the fields/our facility.
A. Adrian Moses: Yes. Everyone now has to pay a deposit and pay for the facility.
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Comments from Rick LoCastro:
▪ Phenomenal job, the Star Ability Event
▪ Bringing people to Paradise Coast that have never been here before
▪ Great Wolf Lodge next door
▪ The lines were shorter
▪ Very well orchestrated
▪ Legends Concert – at Paradise Coast versus Sugden Park
▪ Parking was better and safer
▪ Additional restrooms (VIP restroom trailers vs. porta johns)
Q. Rick LoCastro: What is the timeline for Paradise Coast signage?
A. Adrian Moses: It’s coming along for signage on 951 (Collier Blvd.). No date set especially
due to the construction going on. We do have a new map parking structure that we will use for
each event.
Q. Rick LoCastro: Any update on the naming of the stadium? Any big companies come forward?
A. Adrian Moses: We have multiple inquiries for naming rights. However, we are in a holding
pattern with the ability for us to be able to sell the name. We have requested it; there is an
amendment standing by for us to have the right. (LoCastro: or the County holds on to it; do we
leave money on the table; a rendering of the sign will be sent to Comm. LoCastro.)
D. Amanda Townsend, Director, Collier County Museums
PowerPoint Presentation provided.
11. Council Member Discussion
Sandra Rios:
▪ Pause on some campaigns to see where they go, for instance, TikTok.
▪ New Director effective start date is March 25.
12. Next Scheduled Meeting: April 16, 2024
13. Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 11:00 a.m.
There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by order of the
chairman at 11:00 a.m.
COLLIER COUNTY
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
_________________________________
Commissioner Rick LoCastro, Chairman
These minutes were approved by the Chairman on _________________, (choose one) as
presented, _______ or as amended ___________.
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COLLIER COUNTY
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Item Number: 5.B
Doc ID: 28484
Item Summary: RSW April 2024 Presentation
Meeting Date: 04/16/2024
Prepared by:
Title: Administrative Assistant – Tourism
Name: Jennifer Leslie
04/03/2024 12:55 PM
Submitted by:
Title: – Tourism
Name: Jay Tusa
04/03/2024 12:55 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Tourism Jennifer Leslie Tourism Division Completed 04/03/2024 12:56 PM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson OMB Completed 04/03/2024 2:09 PM
Tourism John Melleky Tourism Review Completed 04/03/2024 2:32 PM
Tourism Sandra Rios Tourism Review Completed 04/03/2024 2:55 PM
Corporate Compliance and Continuous Improvement Megan Gaillard Additional Reviewer Completed
04/05/2024 7:31 AM
County Manager's Office Geoffrey Willig CMO Analyst Completed 04/08/2024 11:14 AM
Tourism Jay Tusa Tourism Director Review Completed 04/08/2024 11:30 AM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Attorney Review Completed 04/09/2024 1:10 PM
County Manager's Office Ed Finn Deputy County Manager Completed 04/10/2024 11:58 AM
County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Deputy County Manager Completed 04/10/2024 12:39 PM
Tourist Development Council Paul Beirnes Meeting Pending 04/16/2024 9:00 AM
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RSW
Southwest Florida
International Airport
Gateway to Fort Myers and Sanibel,
Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades,
Punta Gorda and the Gulf Islands
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Apr. ‘24 Apr.’23 Change % Change
Average Daily Flights 268 229 39 17%
Average Daily Seats 46,082 37,935 8,147 22%
Nonstop Markets Served 60 51 9 18%
Summary Statistics
Air Service Dashboard – April 2024
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
U.S. Rank
Flights
Seats
44TH
39TH
Share of Capacity Percent Change in Capacity (RSW vs. Florida Airports)
9.4%
1.1%3.6%
21.5%
2.9%
11.4%
13.1%
JAX MCO TPA RSW FLL MIA PBI
Change in Daily Capacity
(Top 10 Nonstop Markets)
Rank Market % Change
ORD 25.7%
ATL 17.7%
MSP 11.3%
BOS 16.2%
DTW 30.9%
CLT 46.2%
EWR 34.7%
PHL 18.7%
DFW 29.3%
IND 52.5%
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Source: Innovata Schedules, via Diio.Southwest Florida International Airport | FlyRSW
AA,
14.0%
B6, 8.1%
DL, 18.6%
F9, 6.2%NK, 9.5%
SY, 3.2%
UA,
15.5%
WN,
15.8%
Other,
9.1%
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Current Nonstop Markets
Service provided by 15 air carriers to 68 destinations
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Current Outlook
New Market & Additional Airline on Existing Markets: Summer/Winter 2024
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With More To Come……
•Manchester, NH (MHT)-Weekly, starting Oct. 2
•Stewart, NY (SWF)-Weekly, starting Oct. 2
•Lansing, MI (LAN)-Weekly, starting Oct. 3
•Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA (AVP)-Weekly, starting Oct. 3
•Bangor, ME (BGR)-Weekly, starting Oct. 5
•Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)-Weekly, starting April 22
•San Juan, PR (SJU)-Weekly, starting June 2
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Packet Pg. 13 Attachment: RSW Collier County April 2024 (28484 : RSW April 2024 Presentation)
@flyrsw//5 Note: Map excludes Southwest Florida multiple property owners
Source: County Property Assessor data via Black Knight; Ailevon Pacific Aviation Consulting analysis
There are 177k multiple property owners tied to Fort Myers with ownership largely concentrated in
large, east metros
FORT MYERS MULTIPLE PROPERTY OWNERSHIP BY CORE-BASED STATISTICAL AREA
Heat map of unique owners by core based statistical area
Top 25 CBSAs Unique Owners
New York City, NY 14,731
Chicago, IL 11,311
Boston, MA 7,694
Detroit, MI 6,861
Minneapolis - St. Paul, MN 4,228
Philadelphia, PA 4,216
Miami-Fort Lauderdale, FL 4,054
Indianapolis, IN 3,153
Cleveland, OH 3,054
Cincinnati, OH 2,836
Washington D.C.2,765
Columbus, OH 2,520
Pittsburgh, PA 2,374
Providence, RI 2,319
Buffalo, NY 1,985
Barnstable, MA 1,656
St. Louis, MO 1,643
Baltimore, MD 1,617
Rochester, NY 1,533
Grand Rapids, MI 1,530
Atlanta, GA 1,502
Milwaukee, WI 1,453
Hartford, CT 1,433
Bridgeport, CT 1,356
Portland, ME 1,249
GRAND TOTAL 177,041
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Only Miami has more multiple property owners
than Fort Myers, with Tampa and Orlando having
significantly fewer
202,898
177,041
117,974
94,904
Miami Fort Myers Tampa Orlando
FORT MYERS VERSUS PEERS MULTIPLE PROPERTY OWNERSHIP
Unique owners
Miami has
+15% more
owners than
Fort Myers
-33%
-46%
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Packet Pg. 15 Attachment: RSW Collier County April 2024 (28484 : RSW April 2024 Presentation)
@flyrsw//7 Source: County Property Assessor data via Black Knight; Ailevon Pacific Aviation Consulting analysis
Non-U.S. residents own ~23,000 properties in Fort Myers
with Canadians dominating ownership followed by
Europeans
PROPERTIES IN FORT MYERS OWNED BY INTERNATIONAL OWNERS BY OWNER COUNTRY
Heat map of count of properties in Fort Myers owned by international owners
Owner Country
Count of
Fort Myers
Properties
Canada 17,067
Germany 1,971
United Kingdom 1,728
Switzerland 317
Sweden 208
France 199
Czech Republic 150
Israel 116
Norway 110
Austria 107
Ireland 97
Netherlands 85
Belgium 72
Italy 49
Poland 49
Other 677
GRAND TOTAL 22,953
Canadians own 74% of properties
in Fort Myers owned by non-U.S.
residents
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Ultimate Build-out
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Ultimate (2042+)
Concourse D Headhouse
Concourse E
Headhouse +5
Gates to Meet PAL 4
(open 2037)
Ultimate (2042+)
Concourse B Headhouse
Ultimate (2042+)
Concourse A
(Partial or Full)
Ultimate (2042+)
Concourse C Headhouse
+14 Gates to Meet PAL 3
Terminal Airline Gates 5.B.a
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Questions?
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc. to provide
professional engineering services for 2024-2025 Park Shore Renourishment Project under Contract No. 18-
7432-CZ for time and material not to exceed $102,117.70, authorize the Chairman to execute the work order,
and make a finding that this item promotes tourism (Fund 1105, Project No. 90067).
OBJECTIVE: To move forward with professional Engineering Services for the FY 2025 Park Shore
Renourishment Project.
CONSIDERATIONS: APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc., will assist the County in conducting beach
renourishment activities on Park Shore Beach from FDEP reference monuments R-44 to T54. This work order will
provide professional services including engineering design, preparation of construction plans and technical
specifications, bidding services, coordination with permitting agencies for Notice to Proceed, and serving as the
Engineer of Record for the construction event.
This item is consistent with the Quality of Place Objectives of the County’s Strategic Plan.
FISCAL IMPACT: Funding in the amount of $102,117.70 is available within Tourist Development Tax Beach
Renourishment Fund (1105), Project 90067 (County/Naples Beach Monitoring).
FDEP cost-share funding will be requested if eligible at a future date to reimburse Collier County for a portion of
the completed work.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: This item is consistent with the Conservation and Coastal Management
Element of the Growth Management Plan.
ADVISORY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS: This item was presented to the Coastal Advisory
Committee (CAC) on April 11, 2024 (8-0), and will be presented to the Tourist Development Council (TDC) on
April 16, 2024
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires majority vote for
approval. - CMG
RECOMMENDATION: To approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc., to provide
professional engineering services for 2024-2025 Park Shore Renourishment Project under Contract No. 18-7432-
CZ for time and material not to exceed $102,117.70, authorize the Chairman to execute the work order, and make a
finding that this item promotes tourism (Fund 1105, Project No. 90067).
Prepared By: Andrew Miller, P.E., Coastal Zone Management, Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees, and Program
Management Division
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Item Number: 6.A.1
Doc ID: 28454
Item Summary: Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc., to
provide professional engineering services for 2024-2025 Park Shore Renourishment Project under Contract No. 18-
7432-CZ for time and material not to exceed $102,117.70, authorize the Chairman to execute the work order, and
make a finding that this item promotes tourism (Fund 1105, Project No. 90067).
Meeting Date: 04/16/2024
Prepared by:
Title: – Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees, and Program Management
Name: Maria Becerra
03/29/2024 4:02 PM
Submitted by:
Title: Division Director - Capital Proj Plan, Impact Fees – Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees, and Program
Management
Name: Beth Johnssen
03/29/2024 4:02 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Tourism Jay Tusa Tourism Division Completed 04/01/2024 4:20 PM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson OMB Completed 04/03/2024 1:00 PM
Tourism John Melleky Tourism Review Completed 04/03/2024 2:17 PM
Tourism Sandra Rios Tourism Review Completed 04/03/2024 2:54 PM
County Manager's Office Geoffrey Willig CMO Analyst Completed 04/08/2024 10:58 AM
Tourism Jay Tusa Tourism Director Review Completed 04/08/2024 11:29 AM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Attorney Review Completed 04/09/2024 1:13 PM
County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Deputy County Manager Completed 04/10/2024 11:43 AM
County Manager's Office Ed Finn Deputy County Manager Completed 04/12/2024 2:40 PM
Tourist Development Council Paul Beirnes Meeting Pending 04/16/2024 9:00 AM
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6.A.1.APacket Pg. 22Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
6.A.1.APacket Pg. 23Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
6.A.1.APacket Pg. 24Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
6.A.1.APacket Pg. 25Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
6.A.1.APacket Pg. 26Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
6.A.1.APacket Pg. 27Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
6.A.1.APacket Pg. 28Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
6.A.1.APacket Pg. 29Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
6.A.1.APacket Pg. 30Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
6.A.1.APacket Pg. 31Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
6.A.1.APacket Pg. 32Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
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6.A.1.APacket Pg. 34Attachment: Work Order Contract 18-7432-CZ (28454 : Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure,
04/16/2024
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to approve the First Amendment to the Tourist Development Council Grant Agreement
based on updated requests from the City of Naples for FY 2023-2024 in the amount of $2,500,000, budget
these expenditures, approve any required budget amendments, and make a finding that these expenditures
promote tourism.
OBJECTIVE: To obtain approval of additional funding for the City of Naples Tourist Development Fund
(1105/195) Grant application requests for FY 2023-2024 in the amount of $400,000.
CONSIDERATIONS: On September 26, 2023, (Item 16.B.9) the Board of County Commissioners approved the
TDC Grant Applications received from the City of Naples (City) as follows:
FY 2023-2024 Tourist Development Council Fund (1105/195) Grant Applications
PROJECT / DESCRIPTION: STAFF
REQUESTED
APPROVED
9/26/23
Beach Maintenance
90527 - Beach Maintenance - City of Naples* Carryforward
Funding will be utilized to fully fund the request.
$200,000 $200,000
Structures
90096 - Naples Pier Repair & Maintenance $200,000 $200,000
TOTAL APPROVED GRANTS $400,000 $400,000
The City has requested to amend the approved Grant Agreements by adding the following funding requests as
follows:
FY 2023-2024 Amendments to Tourist Development Council Fund (1105/195) Grant Applications
PROJECT / DESCRIPTION: STAFF
REQUESTED
RECOMMENDED
Beach Maintenance
90527 - Beach Maintenance - City of Naples $300,000 $300,000
Structures
90096 - Naples Pier Repair & Maintenance $2,000,000 $2,000,000
Beach Park Facilities
50308 - Lowdermilk Park Maintenance - City of Naples $200,000 $200,000
TOTAL GRANT AMENDMENT $2,500,000 $2,500,000
Beach Maintenance: The City of Naples maintains the City’s beaches in Park Shore and Naples to provide an
exceptional experience for our visitors and residents. The City desires to add $300,000 to the initial approved
$200,000 grant. Approval is recommended.
Structures: The City of Naples is requesting a 5-year advance of $400,000 per year, totaling an additional
$2,000,000 in grant funding for the maintenance, upkeep, and safety of the Naples pier. The City agrees to forego
requests for TDC funding for the pier for FY25 through FY29. Approval is recommended.
Beach Park Facilities: The City of Naples is requesting an additional $200,000 in grant funding for parking lot
maintenance at Lowdermilk Park. Approval is recommended.
FISCAL IMPACT: A budget amendment in the amount of $2,500,000 is necessary to reallocate funding from
reserves within the TDC Beach Renourishment Fund (1105) to the projects shown below:
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Project Amount
90527 - Beach Maintenance 300,000$
90096 - Naples Pier 2,000,000$
50308 -Beach Park Facility- Lowdermilk 200,000$
Total Budget Amendment 2,500,000$
The source of funds is Tourist Development Tax.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: This project meets current Growth Management Plan standards to
ensure the adequacy and availability of viable public facilities.
ADVISORY BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS: This item was presented to the Coastal Advisory Committee
(CAC) on April 11, 2024 (8-0), and will be presented to the Tourist Development Council (TDC) on April 16,
2024.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires majority vote for
approval. - CMG
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the First Amendment to the Tourist Development Council Grant
Agreement with the City of Naples for FY 2023-2024 in the amount of $2,500,000, budget these expenditures,
approve any required budget amendments, and make a finding that these expenditures promote tourism.
Prepared By: Andrew Miller, P.E., Coastal Zone Management, Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees and Program
Management Division
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. TDC Grant App. - Cat. A - City of Naples - Beach Maintenance - Revised 3.27.24 (DOC)
2. TDC Grant App. - Cat. A - City of Naples - Lowdermilk Park - Revised 3.27.24 (PDF)
3. TDC Grant App. - Cat. A - City of Naples - Pier - Revised 3.27.24 (PDF)
4. First Amendment TDC Grant Agreement Pier and maintenance (DOCX)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Item Number: 6.A.2
Doc ID: 28455
Item Summary: Recommendation to approve the First Amendment to the Tourist Development Council Grant
Agreement based on updated requests from the City of Naples for FY 2023 -2024 in the amount of $2,500,000,
budget these expenditures, approve any required budget amendments, and make a finding that these expenditures
promote tourism.
Meeting Date: 04/16/2024
Prepared by:
Title: – Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees, and Program Management
Name: Maria Becerra
03/29/2024 4:06 PM
Submitted by:
Title: Division Director - Capital Proj Plan, Impact Fees – Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees, and Program
Management
Name: Beth Johnssen
03/29/2024 4:06 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Tourism Jay Tusa Tourism Division Completed 04/01/2024 4:14 PM
County Manager's Office Geoffrey Willig CMO Analyst Completed 04/02/2024 10:57 AM
Tourism John Melleky Tourism Review Completed 04/03/2024 2:18 PM
Tourism Sandra Rios Tourism Review Completed 04/03/2024 2:55 PM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson OMB Completed 04/08/2024 3:29 PM
Tourism Jay Tusa Tourism Director Review Completed 04/09/2024 4:43 PM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Attorney Review Completed 04/10/2024 11:33 AM
County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Deputy County Manager Completed 04/10/2024 12:53 PM
County Manager's Office Ed Finn Deputy County Manager Completed 04/12/2024 2:40 PM
Tourist Development Council Paul Beirnes Meeting Pending 04/16/2024 9:00 AM
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COLLIER COUNTY TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
CATEGORY “A” GRANT APPLICATION
Beach Renourishment and Pass Maintenance
Naples Beach Maintenance
1. Name and Address of Project Sponsor Organization:
City of Naples
735 8th Street South
Naples, Florida 34102
2. Contact Person, Title and Phone Number:
Name: Chad Merritt – Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Director
Address: 280 Riverside Circle
Naples, Florida 34102
Phone: 239.213.7111
3. Organization’s Chief Official and Title:
Jay Boodheshwar, City Manager
4. Details of Project- Description and Location:
This is an annual TDC funded project essential for support of maintenance on
local beaches. The City is responsible for the upkeep and grooming of TDC
eligible beaches within the City limits. Under this project, the City removed litter,
accumulation of algae and rocks along public access beach portions of the Gulf
within the City’s jurisdictional limits. These funds would also help to support the
daily operation on the beach. Funding is a benefit to both residents and tourist
populations, and to the preservation and protection of the beach, shoreline and its
overall appearance and investment. This year’s request includes the partial
reimbursement for FY24 beach maintenance operations, which is $1,305,001. Our
plan is to enhance beach facilities & much needed staffing. We are requesting an
amendment of the previous application amount of $200,000 with a new requested
total of $500,000.
Location: Naples Beach – Beaches located in the city limits of Naples.
5. Estimated project start date: October 1, 2023
6. Estimated project duration: 12 Months
7. Total TDC Tax Funds Requested: $500,000
8. If the full amount requested cannot be awarded, can the program/project
be restructured to accommodate a smaller award?
6.A.2.a
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Yes ( X ) No ( )
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Category “A” Grant Application (Page 2)
Naples Beach Maintenance
6.A.2.a
Packet Pg. 39 Attachment: TDC Grant App. - Cat. A - City of Naples - Beach Maintenance - Revised 3.27.24 (28455 : Recommendation to approve amendments
PROJECT BUDGET
PROGRAM ELEMENT AMOUNT
TDC Funds Requested $ 500,000
City/Taxing District Share $
State of Florida Share $ -
Federal Share $
TOTAL $ 500,000
PROJECT EXPENSES:
(Engineering, Mobilization, Contractor, Monitoring etc)
Beach Maint Staff Salaries _ $ 300,000 ______
Beach Maint Operating Cost $ 200,000 _____
__________________________________ $_______________
__________________________________ $_______________
__________________________________ $_______________
TOTAL $ 500,000 ____
I have read the Tourist Development Category “A” Beach Funding Policy covering
beach renourishment and pass maintenance and agree that my organization will
comply with all guidelines and criteria.
______________________________ _________________
Signature of Sponsor Organization’s Chief Official Date
6.A.2.a
Packet Pg. 40 Attachment: TDC Grant App. - Cat. A - City of Naples - Beach Maintenance - Revised 3.27.24 (28455 : Recommendation to approve amendments
COLLIER COUNTY TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
CATEGORY “A” GRANT APPLICATION
Beach Renourishment and Pass Maintenance
Lowdermilk Park Maintenance/Repairs
1. Name and Address of Project Sponsor Organization:
City of Naples
735 8th Street South
Naples, Florida 34102
2. Contact Person, Title and Phone Number:
Name: Chad Merritt – Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Director
Address: 280 Riverside Circle
Naples, Florida 34102
Phone: 239.213.7111
3. Organization’s Chief Official and Title:
Jay Boodheshwar, City Manager
4. Details of Project- Description and Location:
This is an annual TDC funded project essential for support of maintenance at
Lowdermilk Park. The City is responsible for the upkeep and grooming of TDC
eligible beaches within the City limits. The City performs necessary maintenance
in Lowdermilk Park (beach park) each year, which includes the upkeep of the
concession/restroom building, walkovers, landscaping, parking lot improvements,
and other maintenance tasks as needed. During the FY24 the City plans to
complete maintenance that include paving/restriping the existing parking lot
($200k).
Location: Lowdermilk Park
5. Estimated project start date: October 1, 2023
6. Estimated project duration: 12 Months
7. Total TDC Tax Funds Requested: $200,000
8. If the full amount requested cannot be awarded, can the program/project
be restructured to accommodate a smaller award?
Yes ( X ) No ( )
6.A.2.b
Packet Pg. 41 Attachment: TDC Grant App. - Cat. A - City of Naples - Lowdermilk Park - Revised 3.27.24 (28455 : Recommendation to approve amendments to
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Category “A” Grant Application (Page 2)
Lowdermilk Park Maintenance/Repairs
PROJECT BUDGET
PROGRAM ELEMENT AMOUNT
TDC Funds Requested $ 200,000
City/Taxing District Share $
State of Florida Share $ -
Federal Share $
TOTAL $ 200,000
PROJECT EXPENSES:
(Engineering, Mobilization, Contractor, Monitoring etc)
Maintenance to parking lot _ $ 200,000 _____
____ $ ________
________ $ ________
__________________________________ $_______________
__________________________________ $_______________
TOTAL $ 200,000 ____
I have read the Tourist Development Category “A” Beach Funding Policy covering
beach renourishment and pass maintenance and agree that my organization will
comply with all guidelines and criteria.
______________________________ _________________
Signature of Sponsor Organization’s Chief Official Date
6.A.2.b
Packet Pg. 42 Attachment: TDC Grant App. - Cat. A - City of Naples - Lowdermilk Park - Revised 3.27.24 (28455 : Recommendation to approve amendments to
COLLIER COUNTY TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
CATEGORY “A” GRANT APPLICATION
Beach Renourishment and Pass Maintenance
Naples Pier Maintenance/Repair
1. Name and Address of Project Sponsor Organization:
City of Naples
735 8th Street South
Naples, Florida 34102
2. Contact Person, Title and Phone Number:
Name: Chad Merritt – Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Director
Address: 280 Riverside Circle
Naples, Florida 34102
Phone: 239.213.7111
3. Organization’s Chief Official and Title:
Jay Boodheshwar, City Manager
4. Details of Project- Description and Location:
Naples Pier – 25 12th Ave South, Naples, Florida
This annual TDC funded project includes maintenance, labor, material, supplies
and equipment for the upkeep and safety of the pier. The Naples Pier is a public
access beach facility and a tourist attraction and destination. The Naples Pier, a
historically significant structure originally constructed in 1887, serves as a public
access beach facility, as a major tourist attraction and vacation destination. The
Naples Pier captures non-county and local visitors as well as tourist populations
from throughout the region and world.
This year this grant application will be extremely important as we rebuild the
iconic Naples Pier. We have begun the design of the pier with the goal of making
it stronger and more user-friendly. We anticipate this project to be in the tens of
millions, perhaps higher. This grant funding will help to offset a portion of the
costs as we construct the new and improved Naples Pier. Moving forward these
funds will also help with the daily maintenance and upkeep of the restrooms,
shelters, picnic tables, signage, and over structure. The Operating Cost for the
Naples Pier is $107,493 for FY24. The estimated rebuild cost is estimated at $20
million. In addition to asking for an increase in the cost of ongoing repair and
maintenance, we respectfully request consideration for the annual amount to be
increased from $200,000 to $400,000 annually and allow the City to seek 5 years
of funding, which is $2.0 million, from which to draw during construction. The
City of Naples would not request funding for the Naples Pier from FY-2025 to
6.A.2.c
Packet Pg. 43 Attachment: TDC Grant App. - Cat. A - City of Naples - Pier - Revised 3.27.24 (28455 : Recommendation to approve amendments to the Tourist
FY-2029, if approved for this advancement. Over the next couple of years, the
Naples Pier will be under construction and these advanced funds would help us in
the rebuilding. We would like to amend the previous application for $200,000 by
adding the additional $2mil to bring the total request to $2,200,000.
5. Estimated project start date: October 1, 2023
6. Estimated project duration: 12 Months
7. Total TDC Tax Funds Requested: $2,200,000 (5 years advanced at
$400,000/year, plus previous request)
8. If the full amount requested cannot be awarded, can the program/project
be restructured to accommodate a smaller award?
Yes ( X ) No ( )
6.A.2.c
Packet Pg. 44 Attachment: TDC Grant App. - Cat. A - City of Naples - Pier - Revised 3.27.24 (28455 : Recommendation to approve amendments to the Tourist
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Category “A” Grant Application (Page 2)
Naples Pier Maintenance/Repair
PROJECT BUDGET
PROGRAM ELEMENT AMOUNT
TDC Funds Requested $ 2,200,000
City/Taxing District Share $ 17,800,000 (estimated)
State of Florida Share $ -
Federal Share $ TBD
TOTAL $ 20,000,000 (estimated)
PROJECT EXPENSES:
(Engineering, Mobilization, Contractor, Monitoring etc)
Repair & Labor (TDC)___________ ____ $ 2,200,000 _____
Repair & Labor (City of Naples)______ $ 17,800,000______
__________________________________ $_______________
__________________________________ $_______________
__________________________________ $_______________
TOTAL $ 20,000,000 ____
I have read the Tourist Development Category “A” Beach Funding Policy covering
beach renourishment and pass maintenance and agree that my organization will
comply with all guidelines and criteria.
______________________________ _________________
Signature of Sponsor Organization’s Chief Official Date
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Page 1 of 3
FIRST AMENDMENT TO
2023-2024 TOURIST DEVELOPMENT TAX
GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN
COLLIER COUNTY AND CITY OF NAPLES
CATEGORY “A” CITY OF NAPLES’ PROJECTS
THIS FIRST AMENDMENT is made and entered into this ___ day of ______, 2024, by
and between Collier County, a political subdivision of the State of Florida (“County”), and the
City of Naples.
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, the Parties entered into a Tourist Development Tax Grant Agreement dated
September 26, 2023, a copy of which is attached to this Amendment, wherein the County agreed
to provide the City of Naples with tourist development tax funds for City of Naples Beach Cleaning
and Maintenance Staff Salaries ($200,000) and Naples Pier Repair and Maintenance ($200,000)
subject to review and reimbursement by the County; and
WHEREAS, on March 27, 2024, the City of Naples requested additional funds for City of
Naples Beach Cleaning and Maintenance Staff Salaries and Operating Costs in the additional
amount of $300,000; and
WHEREAS, the City has also requested additional funds for maintenance at Lowdermilk
Park in the amount of $200,000; and
WHEREAS, the City has also requested additional funds for Naples Pier Repair and
Maintenance in the additional amount of $2 million; and
WHEREAS, the Coastal Advisory Committee and the Tourist Development Council have
reviewed the Amended Grant Applications and made recommendations to approve funding these
additional expenditures and have also made recommended findings that these expenditures
promote tourism; and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners desires to funds these Projects with
Tourist Development Tax and finds that these expenditures promote tourism.
WITNESSETH:
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and covenants contained herein,
and other good and valuable consideration exchanged amongst the parties, the parties agree as
follows:
1. All of the above RECITALS are true and correct and are hereby expressly
incorporated herein by reference as if set forth fully below.
6.A.2.d
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Page 2 of 3
2. The City of Naples requests an additional $2,000,000 for repair and maintenance
of the Naples Pier. The City of Naples agrees to not seek additional funding for the repair and
maintenance of the Naples Pier for five years from the date of this Grant Agreement.
3. The total amount of the FY 24 Grant Agreement is hereby amended to include the
additional funds as follows:
Section 2. PAYMENT AND REIMBURSEMENT. The aggregate maximum
reimbursement under this Agreement shall be Two Million Nine Hundred Thousand Dollars
($2,900,000). GRANTEE shall be paid in accordance with the fiscal procedures of COUNTY upon
submittal of an invoice and upon verification that the services described in the invoice are
completed or that goods have been received.
4. Exhibit “B” Budget – City of Naples is hereby amended to reflect the additional
funds requested and attached hereto
5. Except as set forth above, all other terms and conditions of the Grant Agreement,
as amended, continue in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Collier County and the City of Naples have respectively, by an
authorized person or agent, hereunder set their hands and seals on the date and year first above
written.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
CRYSTAL KINZEL, Clerk COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: ________________________ By: ________________________________
, Deputy Clerk Chris Hall, Chairman
Approved as to form and legality:
_______________________________
Colleen M. Greene
Managing County Attorney
ATTEST: CITY OF NAPLES
_______________________________ ________________________________
Patricia Rambosk, City Clerk Teresa Heitmann, Mayor
Approved as to form and
Legal sufficiency:
________________________________
, City Attorney
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Page 3 of 3
EXHIBIT “B”
BUDGET – CITY OF NAPLES
Beach Cleaning and Maintenance Staff Salaries $500,000
Lowdermilk Park Parking Lot Maintenance $200,000
Naples Pier Repair and Maintenance $2,200,000
Total Grant Award (reimbursable) $2,900,000
6.A.2.d
Packet Pg. 48 Attachment: First Amendment TDC Grant Agreement Pier and maintenance (28455 : Recommendation to approve amendments to the Tourist
04/16/2024
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Tourist Development Council (TDC) to review and make a recommendation on the application by Nancy
Hopkins Kerns for appointment to an additional term on the Tourist Development Council. The current
term expires April 21, 2024.
OBJECTIVE: To fill an expiring seat on the TDC, and make a recommendation for appointment for an additional
term on the Tourist Development Council (TDC).
CONSIDERATIONS: The Tourist Development Council (TDC) is a 9-member council created on March 23,
1992, by Ord. 92-18 to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding a proposed plan
of uses for Tourist Development tax revenues, for the effective operation of the special projects or uses of the
tourist development tax revenues, and to review all expenditures of revenues from the tourist development tax trust
fund. Membership consists of the immediate past chairman of the BCC, three (3) owner/operators, three (3) non
owner/operators, and two (2) elected municipal officials. Terms are 4 years, staggered.
The current term of Nancy Hopkins Kerns is set to expire on April 21, 2024. The additional term will commence
on April 22, 2024, through April 21, 2028.
Nancy, a 15-year, year-round resident of Naples, has reapplied to the TDC as a non-owner/operator. Her experience
includes serving on the TDC for the past 4 years, as a member of the Naples Code Enforcement Board, the 5 th
Avenue Events Committee, the Collier Citizens Council, Secretary of the Calusa Bay Association, Secretary of the
Baker Park Committee, Manager of the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce, and Treasurer/Volunteer of the
Park Shore Association. She is a registered voter in Collier County.
Staff requests that the TDC discuss the applicant and make a recommendation for reappointment of Ms. Kerns to
the TDC for an additional 4-year term. The TDC recommendation will be forwarded to the County Commission
for final appointment.
ATTENDANCE: During the past term, Ms. Kerns has had no absences. Attendance record is included in the
backup.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no impact to the Growth Management Plan with this Executive
Summary.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires majority vote for Board
approval. -CMG
RECOMMENDATION: Tourist Development Council (TDC) to review and make a recommendation on the
application by Nancy Hopkins Kerns for appointment to an additional term on the Tourist Development Council.
The current term expires April 21, 2024.
Prepared By: Sandra Rios, PR & Communications Manager, Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades Convention
& Visitors Bureau, Collier County, Tourism Division.
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Application Kerns TDC 2.2.24 (PDF)
2. Nancy Kerns 2yrs attendance (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Item Number: 7.A
Doc ID: 28541
Item Summary: Tourist Development Council (TDC) to review and make a recommendation on the application
by Nancy Hopkins Kerns for appointment to an additional term on the Tourist Development Council.
Meeting Date: 04/16/2024
Prepared by:
Title: Administrative Assistant – Tourism
Name: Jennifer Leslie
04/10/2024 10:25 AM
Submitted by:
Title: – Tourism
Name: Jay Tusa
04/10/2024 10:25 AM
Approved By:
Review:
Tourism Jennifer Leslie Tourism Division Completed 04/10/2024 10:27 AM
Tourism Sandra Rios Tourism Review Completed 04/10/2024 10:42 AM
Tourism John Melleky Tourism Review Completed 04/10/2024 10:44 AM
Corporate Compliance and Continuous Improvement Megan Gaillard Additional Reviewer Completed
04/10/2024 10:44 AM
County Manager's Office Geoffrey Willig CMO Analyst Completed 04/10/2024 11:11 AM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson OMB Completed 04/10/2024 4:22 PM
Tourism Jay Tusa Tourism Director Review Completed 04/11/2024 9:38 AM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Attorney Review Completed 04/11/2024 3:44 PM
County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Deputy County Manager Completed 04/12/2024 8:48 AM
County Manager's Office Ed Finn Deputy County Manager Completed 04/12/2024 2:41 PM
Tourist Development Council Paul Beirnes Meeting Pending 04/16/2024 9:00 AM
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Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 252-8400
Application was received on: 2/2/2024 12:02:08 PM.
Name: Nancy Hopkins Kerns Home Phone: 239-821-5208
Home Address: 6842 Lantana Bridge Road, #202
City: Naples Zip Code: 34109
Phone Numbers
Business:
E-Mail Address: nancyhkerns@gmail.com
Board or Committee: Tourist Development Council
Category:
Place of Employment: Retired
How long have you lived in Collier County: 10-15
How many months out of the year do you reside in Collier County: I am a year-round resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any level felony or first degree
misdemeanor only)? No
Not Indicated
Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
Not Indicated
NOTE: All advisory board members must update their profile and notify the Board of County
Commissioners in the event that their relationship changes relating to memberships of organizations
that may benefit them in the outcome of advisory board recommendations or they enter into contracts
with the County.
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affiliated benefit from decisions or
7.A.a
Packet Pg. 51 Attachment: Application Kerns TDC 2.2.24 (28541 : TDC Board Member Appointment of Nancy Kerns)
recommendations made by this advisory board? No
Not Indicated
Are you a registered voter in Collier County? Yes
Do you currently hold an elected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? No
Not Indicated
Please list your community activities and positions held:
Tourist Development Council Member Naples Code Enforcement Board 5th Avenue Events Committee
Collier Citizens Council - Secretary Calusa Bay Association - Secretary Baker Park Committee Naples
Chamber of Commerce - Volunteer Park Shore Association - Treasurer
Education:
Kelley School of Business Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, 1981
Experience / Background
Executive Director - Classic Chamber Concerts - 2014-2017 Manager - Greater Naples Chamber of
Commerce - 2010-2013 Owner - Calendar & Gift Distributor, Candle Manufacturing Company,
Indianapolis, Indiana, 1990-2010 Office Manager - Temporary Placement Office, Baltimore, Maryland,
1987-1990 Sales - AT&T, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1981-1984
7.A.a
Packet Pg. 52 Attachment: Application Kerns TDC 2.2.24 (28541 : TDC Board Member Appointment of Nancy Kerns)
2 YEAR ATTENDANCE RECORD - TDC RE-APPOINTEES
TDC MTG DATES NANCY KERNS
Jan. 24, 2022 attend
Feb. 28, 2022 attend
Mar. 28, 2022 attend
Apr. 25, 2022 attend
May. 24, 2022 attend
Jun. 27, 2022 attend
Jul. 25, 2022 attend
Aug. 2022 no mtg
Sept. 26, 2022 attend
Oct. 24, 2022 attend
Nov. 28, 2022 attend
Dec. 2022 no mtg
Jan. 23, 2023 attend
Feb. 27, 2023 attend
Mar. 20, 2023 attend
Apr. 17, 2023 attend
May 15, 2023 attend
June 19, 2023 attend
July 17, 2023 attend
Aug. 21, 2023 attend
Sept. 18, 2023 attend
Oct. 16, 2023 attend
Nov. 20, 2023 attend
Dec. 18, 2023 attend
Jan. 16, 2024 attend
completed 2/6/2024
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Packet Pg. 53 Attachment: Nancy Kerns 2yrs attendance (28541 : TDC Board Member Appointment of Nancy Kerns)
04/16/2024
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Tourist Development Council (TDC) to review and make a recommendation on the application by Laura
Radler for appointment to a new term on the Tourist Development Council. The current term of Amanda
Cox, (JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort), expires on April 21, 2024
OBJECTIVE: To fill an expiring seat on the TDC, review applications and make recommendation for appointment
for a new term on the Tourist Development Council (TDC).
CONSIDERATIONS: The Tourist Development Council (TDC) is a 9 member council created on March 23,
1992, by Ord. 92-18 to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding a proposed plan
of uses for Tourist Development tax revenues, for the effective operation of the special projects or uses of the
tourist development tax revenues, and to review all expenditures of revenues from the tourist development tax trust
fund. Membership consists of the immediate past chairman of the BCC, three (3) owner/operators, three (3) non
owner/operators, and two (2) elected municipal officials. Terms are 4 years, staggered.
The current term of Amanda Cox (JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort), owner / operator seat, expires on April
21, 2024.
Laura is a 10-year, year-round resident of Naples and is employed as the General Manager of the Edgewater Beach
Hotel and The Capri Inn for 10 years. Overall, her experience in the hospitality industry spans 20 years. She has
served on the Board of the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, Collier County, is Past Event Chair of the
Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, Collier County, and a member of the Miracle Mile Committee in the
City of Naples.
Staff requests that the TDC discuss the applicant and make a recommendation to appoint Ms. Radler to the TDC for
a new term from April 22, 2024, through April 21, 2028. The TDC recommendation will be forwarded to the
County Commission for final appointment.
ATTENDANCE: Not applicable as this will be a new appointment.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no impact to the Growth Management Plan with this Executive
Summary.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires majority vote for Board
approval. -CMG
RECOMMENDATION: Tourist Development Council (TDC) to review and make a recommendation on the
application by Laura Radler for appointment to a new term on the Tourist Development Council. The current term
of Amanda Cox, (JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort), expires on April 21, 2024
Prepared By: Sandra Rios, PR & Communications Manager, Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades Convention
& Visitors Bureau, Collier County, Tourism Division.
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Application Radler TDC 2.13.24 (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Item Number: 7.B
Doc ID: 28542
Item Summary: Tourist Development Council (TDC) to review and make a recommendation on the application
by Laura Radler for appointment to a new term on the Tourist Development Council. The current term of Amanda
Cox, (JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort), expires on April 21, 2024
Meeting Date: 04/16/2024
Prepared by:
Title: Administrative Assistant – Tourism
Name: Jennifer Leslie
04/10/2024 10:36 AM
Submitted by:
Title: – Tourism
Name: Jay Tusa
04/10/2024 10:36 AM
Approved By:
Review:
Tourism Jennifer Leslie Tourism Division Completed 04/10/2024 10:37 AM
Tourism John Melleky Tourism Review Completed 04/10/2024 10:37 AM
Tourism Sandra Rios Tourism Review Completed 04/10/2024 10:42 AM
Corporate Compliance and Continuous Improvement Megan Gaillard Additional Reviewer Completed
04/10/2024 10:44 AM
County Manager's Office Geoffrey Willig CMO Analyst Completed 04/10/2024 11:05 AM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson OMB Completed 04/10/2024 4:21 PM
Tourism Jay Tusa Tourism Director Review Completed 04/11/2024 9:39 AM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Attorney Review Completed 04/11/2024 3:45 PM
County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Deputy County Manager Completed 04/12/2024 8:49 AM
County Manager's Office Ed Finn Deputy County Manager Completed 04/12/2024 2:41 PM
Tourist Development Council Paul Beirnes Meeting Pending 04/16/2024 9:00 AM
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Packet Pg. 55
Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 252-8400
Application was received on: 2/13/2024 2:04:40 PM.
Name: Laura Radler Home Phone: 4078326125
Home Address: 15893 Delasol Lane
City: Naples Zip Code: 34110
Phone Numbers
Business: 2394032156
E-Mail Address: laura.radler@ophotels.com
Board or Committee: Tourist Development Council
Category:
Place of Employment: Edgewater Beach Hotel
How long have you lived in Collier County: 5-10
How many months out of the year do you reside in Collier County: I am a year-round resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any level felony or first degree
misdemeanor only)? No
Not Indicated
Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
Not Indicated
NOTE: All advisory board members must update their profile and notify the Board of County
Commissioners in the event that their relationship changes relating to memberships of organizations
that may benefit them in the outcome of advisory board recommendations or they enter into contracts
with the County.
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affiliated benefit from decisions or
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recommendations made by this advisory board? Yes
As the General Manager at the Edgewater Beach Hotel, recommendations made by the Tourist
Development Council impact our business in terms of how the occupancy tax is spent. I would advocate
that the occupancy tax is spent in a positive way to grow tourism in Collier County.
Are you a registered voter in Collier County? Yes
Do you currently hold an elected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? No
Not Indicated
Please list your community activities and positions held:
- Past Board Member of Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, Collier County - Past Event
Chairperson for Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, Collier County - Member of Miracle Mile
Committee in City of Naples
Education:
Bachelors of Science Degree with a major in International Business and Trade from Florida Atlantic
University
Experience / Background
I have been in the hospitality industry for over two decades. For the past 10 years, I have been the
General Manager of the Edgewater Beach Hotel and also oversee The Capri Inn. I have worked for our
management company, Ocean Properties, for 17 years and prior to joining the Edgewater, I was the
General Manager for the Courtyard by Marriott Lake Buena Vista, located in Orlando Florida.
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Packet Pg. 57 Attachment: Application Radler TDC 2.13.24 (28542 : TDC Board Member Appointment for Laura Radler)
04/16/2024
COLLIER COUNTY
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Item Number: 9.A
Doc ID: 28457
Item Summary: Marketing Partner Reports
Meeting Date: 04/16/2024
Prepared by:
Title: Administrative Assistant – Tourism
Name: Jennifer Leslie
04/01/2024 8:58 AM
Submitted by:
Title: – Tourism
Name: Jay Tusa
04/01/2024 8:58 AM
Approved By:
Review:
Tourism Jennifer Leslie Tourism Division Completed 04/01/2024 8:59 AM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson OMB Completed 04/01/2024 9:56 AM
Tourism John Melleky Tourism Review Completed 04/01/2024 1:07 PM
County Manager's Office Geoffrey Willig CMO Analyst Completed 04/01/2024 4:26 PM
Tourism Sandra Rios Tourism Review Completed 04/03/2024 2:54 PM
Corporate Compliance and Continuous Improvement Megan Gaillard Additional Reviewer Completed
04/08/2024 9:23 PM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Attorney Review Completed 04/09/2024 1:08 PM
Tourism Jay Tusa Tourism Director Review Completed 04/09/2024 4:43 PM
County Manager's Office Ed Finn Deputy County Manager Completed 04/10/2024 11:51 AM
County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Deputy County Manager Completed 04/10/2024 12:37 PM
Tourist Development Council Paul Beirnes Meeting Pending 04/16/2024 9:00 AM
9.A
Packet Pg. 58
Marketing Partner Reports
April 2024 TDC
9.A.a
Packet Pg. 59 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
MARKETING PARTNER REPORTS
PART I
9.A.a
Packet Pg. 60 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
RESEARCH REPORT
Downs & St Germain
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NAPLES, MARCO ISLAND, EVERGLADES
Convention & Visitors BureauFebruary 2024 Monthly Dashboard
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Packet Pg. 62 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
FEBRUARY 2024 MONTHLY SNAPSHOT
5
The Occupancy Rate decreased 2.2%, however, the total available supply of
rooms increased by 12.0%, compared to February of 2023.
Average length of stay increased significantly, from 5.6 nights to 6.6 nights,
while the average travel party size remained the same at 3 people.
Largely driven by a significant increase in Average Daily Rate (+20.3%),
the increase in the available supply of rooms, and a longer length of stay,
Direct Spending and Total Economic Impact increased 27.5% and 27.3%,
respectively. An additional reason for this increase is some luxury hotels were
closed in February 2023 but were back open in February 2024.
Visitors gave a value for travel dollar rating of 8.7, which again was an
increase from 2023. 8.7 was also the same rating the destination had received
from visitors in February of 2022, indicating a return to pre-Ian satisfaction
levels.
Less visitors traveled alone, while more traveled with family or with friends.
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Packet Pg. 63 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
TOURISM IN FEBRUARY
6
Pre -Visit Travel Party
Profile
Trip
Experience
Post-Trip
Evaluation
Economic
Impact on
Destination
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Packet Pg. 64 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
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FEBRUARY 2024 VISITATION & ROOM NIGHTS
269k
239k260k 272k
Feb-23 Feb-24
VISITORS260,100 ROOM NIGHTS272,000
- 3.3% from 2023 + 13.8% from 2023
VISITOR DAYS1,719,300
1.51m
1.72m
+ 14.1% from 2023
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Packet Pg. 65 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
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FEBRUARY 2024 SPENDING & ECONOMIC IMPACT1
$241m
$335m$308m
$426m
Feb-23 Feb-24
DIRECT SPENDING$307,700,300 ECONOMIC IMPACT$426,472,600
+ 27.5% from 2023 + 27.3% from 2023
1 The IMPLAN multiplier for Collier County was 1.388 for 2023 and
is 1.386 in 2024.
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Packet Pg. 66 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
$403.65
$485.65
Feb-23 Feb-24
9
FEBRUARY 2024 OVERALL LODGING METRICS1
AVERAGE DAILY RATE$485.65OCCUPANCY RATE74.3%REVENUE PER AVAILABLE ROOM$360.84
76.0%74.3%
- 2.2% from 2023 + 20.3% from 2023 + 17.6% from 2023
$306.77
$360.84
1 Sources: STR data, DSG Occupancy Study data, and
AllTheRooms data.
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Packet Pg. 67 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
$396.88
$483.85
Feb-23 Feb-24
10
FEBRUARY 2024 HOTEL LODGING METRICS1
AVERAGE DAILY RATE$483.85OCCUPANCY RATE80.1%REVENUE PER AVAILABLE ROOM$387.51
83.1%80.1%
- 3.6% from 2023 + 21.9% from 2023 + 17.5% from 2023
$329.74 $387.51
1 Source: STR Reports
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FEBRUARY 2020-2024 OVERALL LODGING METRICS1
79.0%81.0%
69.1%77.9%77.2%74.3%
Occupancy Rate
$315.14 $325.25 $325.95
$432.81 $404.46
$485.65
Average Daily Rate
$248.96 $263.45 $225.23
$337.16 $312.24
$360.84
Revenue Per Available Room
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 1 Sources: STR data, DSG Occupancy Study data, and
AllTheRooms data.
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Packet Pg. 69 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
12
VISITOR ORIGIN
FLORIDA VISITORS53,800 OUT-OF-STATE VISITORS206,300
60k
24k
61k
89k
9k
26k
54k
28k
58k
80k
12k
29k
10k
20k
30k
40k
50k
60k
70k
80k
90k
100k
Florida Southeast Northeast Midwest West International
Feb-23 Feb-24
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Packet Pg. 70 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
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FEBRUARY 2019-2024 OVERNIGHT VISITOR ORIGIN
21%
7%
29%
20%
*
18%
22%
8%
27%
20%
*
16%
38%
10%
25%
22%
*<1%
16%
11%
25%
35%
4%
9%
14%
11%
27%
33%
5%
10%11%10%
27%
32%
6%
14%
Florida Southeast Northeast Midwest West International
Feb-19 Feb-20 Feb-21 Feb-22 Feb-23 Feb-24
*Note: The “West” was not separated from “Other”
before February 2022. Beginning in February 2022,
“West” was added and “Other” was changed to
“Other International”.
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Packet Pg. 71 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
FISCAL YEAR-TO -DATE (FYTD)
14
Pre -Visit Travel Party
Profile
Trip
Experience
Post-Trip
Evaluation
Economic
Impact on
Destination
9.A.a
Packet Pg. 72 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
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FYTD VISITATION METRICS
1.04m 1.10m1.16m 1.18m
FY23 FY24
FYTD VISITORS1,161,300 FYTD ROOM NIGHTS1,184,100
+ 11.4% from FY23 + 7.7% from FY23
FYTD VISITOR DAYS7,384,900
6.22m
7.41m
+ 18.7% from FY23
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$982.3m
$1.44b
$1.19b
$1.65b
FY23 FY24
16
FYTD SPENDING & ECONOMIC IMPACT
FYTD DIRECT SPENDING$1,187,122,600 FYTD ECONOMIC IMPACT$1,646,544,500
+ 20.9% from FY23 + 14.4% from FY231
1 The IMPLAN multiplier for Collier County
was 1.388 for 2022 and is 1.386 in 2023.
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Packet Pg. 74 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
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FYTD 2019-2024 OVERALL LODGING METRICS1
57.8%64.1%
49.7%
65.8%67.1%62.4%
Occupancy Rate
$248.11 $256.42 $259.53
$322.16 $309.15
$363.36
Average Daily Rate
$143.49 $164.24
$128.97
$211.90 $207.55 $226.68
Revenue Per Available Room
FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 1 Sources: STR data, DSG Occupancy Study data, and
AllTheRooms data.
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Packet Pg. 75 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
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FYTD 2019-2024 VISITATION & ROOM NIGHTS1
1.113m
1.188m
986.4k
1.159m
1.042m
1.161m
Visitation
FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24
1 Sources: STR data, DSG Occupancy Study data, and
AllTheRooms data.
873.9k
1.012m
845.1k
1.065m 1.100m
1.184m
Room Nights
FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24
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Packet Pg. 76 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
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FYTD 2019-2024 SPENDING & ECONOMIC IMPACT1
$924.4m
$1.041b
$863.4m
$1.174b
$982.3m
$1.187b
Direct Spending
FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24
1 Sources: STR data, DSG Occupancy Study data, and
AllTheRooms data.
$1.378b
$1.552b
$1.287b
$1.750b
$1.440b
$1.647b
Total Economic Impact
FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24
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Packet Pg. 77 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
FYTD 2023 FYTD 2024 Percent Change (Δ%)
Region # Visitors Mkt Share # Visitors Mkt Share # Visitors Mkt Share
Florida 282,800 27.1%223,700 19.3%-20.9%-29.0%
Southeast 99,600 9.5%144,600 12.4%45.2%30.3%
Northeast 208,400 20.0%258,200 22.2%23.9%11.2%
Midwest 282,900 27.1%317,400 27.3%12.2%0.7%
West 46,400 4.5%59,900 5.2%29.1%15.9%
Canada 49,700 4.8%59,300 5.1%19.3%7.1%
Europe 50,600 4.9%73,900 6.4%46.0%31.1%
C/S America 11,600 1.1%10,800 0.9%-6.9%-16.4%
Other 10,400 1.0%13,500 1.2%29.8%16.5%
Total 1,042,400 100.0%1,161,300 100.0%
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FYTD VISITOR ORIGIN MARKETS
19.3%
12.4%
22.2%
27.3%
5.2%
13.6%
Florida
223,700
Southeast
144,600
Northeast
258,200
Midwest
317,400
West
59,900
International
157,500
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Packet Pg. 78 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
VISITOR JOURNEY: PRE-VISIT
21
Pre-Visit Travel Party
Profile
Trip
Experience
Post-Trip
Evaluation
Economic
Impact on
Destination
9.A.a
Packet Pg. 79 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
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ADVERTISING RECALL1
2%
3%
3%
4%
5%
5%
8%
9%
10%
13%
13%
14%
16%
16%
19%
47%
4%
1%
2%
3%
1%
4%
9%
3%
9%
12%
14%
14%
18%
9%
19%
64%
Deal-based promotion
Music streaming service
Podcast
Radio
Billboard
TV streaming service
Brochure
Rental agency
YouTube
Newspaper/magazine
Online travel reviews
Cable/satellite TV
Online article
Website advertisement
Visitor guide
Social media
Feb-23
Feb-24
45%36%34%25%
Advertising recalled Influenced by advertising
Base: % who recalled ads prior to their trip
9.A.a
Packet Pg. 80 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
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TRIP PLANNING CYCLE1
3%
13%
13%
21%
24%
16%
10%
2%
12%
9%
18%
23%
21%
15%
More than 1 year
7 months - 1 year
5 - 6 months
3 - 4 months
1 - 2 months
2 - 4 weeks
A week or less
Feb-23 Feb-24
48
60
Days
Median Trip Planning Time
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Packet Pg. 81 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
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TRIP PLANNING SOURCES1
27%
3%
1%
1%
1%
2%
2%
3%
7%
7%
8%
8%
9%
10%
13%
17%
25%
31%
14%
2%
1%
<1%
1%
2%
2%
2%
10%
8%
12%
11%
8%
8%
9%
23%
18%
44%
None
Other
Printed advertisements
Television advertisements
Deal-based promotion
Newspapers/magazines
AAA
Collier County CVB
Airline website/app
Booking website/app
ParadiseCoast.com
Visitor guides
Trip planning website/app
Hotel website/app
Vacation rental site
Social media
Search engines
Talked to friends
Feb-23 Feb-24 1 Multiple responses permitted.
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REASONS FOR VISITING1
2%
1%
4%
4%
5%
5%
6%
8%
33%
65%
1%
1%
5%
7%
7%
7%
5%
8%
29%
66%
Other
Fishing trip
Special event
Golf/tennis trip
Business
Cultural activities
Special occasion
Sporting event
Visit friends/family
Vacation/getaway
Feb-23 Feb-24 1 Multiple responses permitted.
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Packet Pg. 83 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
Reasons
26
REASONS FOR CHOOSING AREA1
53%
41%
32%
27%
26%
21%
19%
16%
10%
9%
9%
8%
5%
3%
2%
1%
February-24
Beaches
Friends/family live here
Quiet/relaxing
Restaurants
Previous experience
Family-friendly destination
Shopping
Recommendation
Trying something new
Golf
Meeting/event hosted here
Not crowded
Quality of accommodations
Appealing advertisements
Wellness
Deal/promotion
50%
38%
25%
32%
19%
20%
22%
18%
11%
10%
16%
4%
5%
3%
4%
1%
February-23
1 Multiple responses permitted.
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OTHER DESTINATIONS CONSIDERED1
3%
2%
3%
3%
4%
5%
5%
6%
12%
71%
2%
2%
5%
3%
4%
5%
2%
3%
11%
75%
Other
West Palm Beach
Miami
Ft. Lauderdale
St. Petersburg
Florida Keys
Clearwater
Sarasota - Bradenton
Fort Myers - Sanibel
No other destinations
Feb-23 Feb-24
1 Multiple responses permitted.
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TRANSPORTATION METHODS
49%51%57%43%
Fly Drive
77%
8%4%1%3%3%1%1%<1%<1%2%
80%
7%3%3%2%1%1%1%<1%<1%2%
RSW FLL MIA TPA MCO PGD PBI SRQ APF PIE Other
Feb-23 Feb-24
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Packet Pg. 86 Attachment: April 2024 Marketing Partner Reports (28457 : Marketing Partner Reports)
VISITOR JOURNEY: TRAVEL PARTY PROFILE
29
Pre-Visit
Travel
Party
Profile
Trip
Experience
Post-Trip
Evaluation
Economic
Impact on
Destination
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TRAVEL PARTIES
16%
43%
30%
11%
<1%
11%
41%
33%
14%
1%
Solo Couple Family Friends Other
Feb-23 Feb-24
TRAVEL PARTY COMPOSITION
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PREVIOUS VISITS
27%30%
16%
27%25%
30%
16%
29%
1st time visitor 2 – 5 times 6 – 10 times 11+ times
Feb-23 Feb-24
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VISITOR AGES
28%
33%
27%
10%
2%
26%
30%
27%
14%
3%
Over 65
50-64
35-49
25-34
18-24
Feb-23 Feb-24
53 55
Years
Median Age
Age
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VISITOR RACE & GENDER1
<1%
<1%
1%
4%
8%
87%
<1%
1%
2%
6%
12%
79%
Another race/ethnicity
Native/Indigenous
Asian/Pacific Islander
Black/African American
Hispanic/Latino
White/Caucasian
Feb-23 Feb-24
51%49%
43%
57%
Male Female
Gender
Race
1 Of person interviewed. Females are generally more likely to agree to participate
in survey research.
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VISITOR INCOME
26%
11%
20%
23%
10%
10%
24%
9%
20%
22%
16%
9%
Over $250,000
$200,000 - $249,999
$150,000 - $199,999
$100,000 - $149,999
$75,000 - $99,999
Less than $75,000
Feb-23 Feb-24
$157,500 $168,700
Annual HHI
Median Household Income
Income
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VISITOR JOURNEY: TRIP EXPERIENCE
35
Pre-Visit Travel Party
Profile
Trip
Experience Post-Trip
Evaluation
Economic
Impact on
Destination
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TRIP CHARACTERISTICS
NIGHTS STAYED6.6TRAVEL PARTY SIZE3.1
3.0 3.1 5.6
6.6
Feb-23 Feb-24
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TYPE OF ACCOMODATIONS
11%
1%
1%
2%
18%
18%
21%
28%
16%
1%
1%
2%
16%
19%
20%
25%
Did not stay overnight
Other
Bed & Breakfast
Campground/RV
Second home/condo
Stayed with friends/family
Hotel, motel, resort, etc.
Vacation rental
Feb-23 Feb-24
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AREAS VISITED
1%
3%
8%
8%
8%
12%
15%
15%
49%
83%
1%
6%
16%
21%
18%
15%
30%
25%
55%
90%
Copeland
Chokoloskee
Golden Gate
Immokalee
Ave Maria
Goodland
Everglades City
Isles of Capri
Marco Island
Naples
Feb-23 Feb-24
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TRIP ACTIVITIES
78%
71%
47%
39%
33%
24%
24%
23%
22%
20%
15%
15%
13%
13%
9%
4%
4%
3%
February-24
69%
61%
42%
34%
35%
28%
19%
25%
27%
12%
25%
24%
18%
10%
8%
6%
9%
3%
February-23
Dining out
Beach
Visit friends/family
Shopping/antiquing
Nature & parks
Water activities
Sightseeing/touring
Active outdoor activities
Visit local attractions
Bars/nightlife
Art galleries/shows
Everglades tour
Cultural activities
Special event
Sporting event
Business/meeting
Spas
Gambling 1 Multiple responses permitted.
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VISITOR SPENDING
$2,724
$897
$160
$3,632
$1,183
$179
Party Spending per Trip Visitor Spending per Trip Visitor Spending per Day
Feb-23 Feb-24
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VISITOR JOURNEY: POST-TRIP EVALUATION
41
Pre -Visit Travel Party
Profile
Trip
Experience
Post -Trip
Evaluation
Economic
Impact on
Destination
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TRIP EVALUATIONS
1%
<1%
1%
26%
72%
1%
<1%
2%
32%
65%
Not sure
Definitely not
Probably not
Probably
Definitely
8.0 8.7
Value for travel dollar
VALUE FOR TRAVEL DOLLAR1,2
1 10-point scale where 10 is “excellent” and 1 is “poor”.
2 All visitors who gave a rating of 6 or below cited high prices as their primary reason for giving
lower ratings.
2%
<1%
2%
22%
74%
1%
<1%
2%
25%
72%
Not sure
Definitely not
Probably not
Probably
Definitely
Feb-23
Feb-24
Will recommend the Naples area?
Will return to the Naples area?
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DESTINATION COMPARISONS
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OCCUPANCY COMPARISONS1
Occupancy Rate (%)Demand (Room Nights)Δ% in Occupancy Rate from Feb 2023
Transient2 Group3 Contract4 Total Transient2 Group3 Contract4 Total Transient2 Group3 Contract4 Total
Naples 56.8%23.3%0.0%80.1%118,069 48,394 86 166,550 -3.1%-3.9%-85.9%-3.6%
Miami 62.1%17.1%4.5%83.8%1,141,340 314,720 82,716 1,538,775 +4.0%+3.1%-1.8%+3.5%
Florida Keys 73.3%12.1%0.2%85.6%217,137 35,876 608 253,621 -1.4%-5.2%-28.6%-2.1%
Fort Myers 59.7%14.3%6.8%80.9%191,459 45,944 21,914 259,318 -0.3%-24.7%+54.1%-3.0%
Sarasota 60.6%17.1%3.4%81.2%209,063 58,984 11,840 279,887 -11.7%+16.8%+285.6%-3.6%
Clearwater 53.3%24.3%0.0%77.7%134,597 61,402 0 195,999 -13.3%+6.9%0.0%-7.9%
St. Petersburg 54.8%21.1%0.7%76.6%175,372 67,347 2,380 245,099 -5.6%-10.2%-15.0%-7.0%
Palm Beach 60.0%19.1%2.2%81.3%322,149 102,643 11,907 436,698 -3.2%-0.8%+19.3%-2.1%
Ft. Lauderdale 65.5%16.0%2.7%84.2%709,796 173,326 29,600 912,722 +1.6%-3.8%-8.5%+0.1%
1 Metrics provided by STR.
2 Transient bookings include rooms sold to individuals or groups occupying less than 10 rooms per night.
3 Group bookings include bookings of 10 rooms or more per night, sold pursuant to a signed agreement.
4 Contract bookings include a consistent block of rooms committed at stipulated contract rates for an extended period longer than 30 days, with payment guaranteed regardless of use, such as for airline
crews and long-term guests.
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ROOM RATE COMPARISONS1
Average Daily Rate ($)Δ% in ADR from Feb 2023
Transient2 Group 3 Contract4 Total Transient2 Group3 Contract4 Total
Naples $495.65 $455.14 $428.32 $483.85 +20.3%+25.6%+88.3%+21.9%
Miami $295.73 $316.98 $134.42 $291.40 -1.6%+1.9%+12.4%-0.3%
Florida Keys $476.23 $432.99 $413.53 $469.96 +2.2%-2.3%+7.9%+1.6%
Fort Myers $235.26 $250.48 $191.84 $234.29 -5.7%+0.3%+30.1%-4.0%
Sarasota $268.05 $223.41 $163.71 $254.23 0.0%-1.1%+18.0%-2.0%
Clearwater $235.55 $217.62 $0.00 $229.93 -2.2%+10.8%0.0%+0.5%
St. Petersburg $230.96 $202.69 $105.66 $221.97 -5.6%+6.1%-7.1%-2.6%
Palm Beach $373.03 $356.02 $171.22 $363.53 -2.4%+8.2%+0.9%-0.5%
Ft. Lauderdale $235.99 $274.22 $163.91 $240.91 -4.2%+2.2%+8.2%-2.6%
1 Metrics provided by STR.
2 Transient bookings include rooms sold to individuals or groups occupying less than 10 rooms per night.
3 Group bookings include bookings of 10 rooms or more per night, sold pursuant to a signed agreement.
4 Contract bookings include a consistent block of rooms committed at stipulated contract rates for an extended period longer than 30 days, with
payment guaranteed regardless of use, such as for airline crews and long-term guests.
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ROOM REVENUE COMPARISONS1
Revenue per Available Room ($)Revenue (Millions of Dollars)Δ% in RevPAR from Feb 2023
Transient2 Group3 Contract4 Total Transient2 Group3 Contract4 Total Transient2 Group3 Contract4 Total
Naples $281.41 $105.92 $0.18 $387.51 $58.521 $22.026 $0.037 $80.585 +16.6%+20.6%-73.5%+17.5%
Miami $183.76 $54.31 $6.05 $244.13 $337.523 $99.760 $11.118 $448.401 +2.4%+5.0%+10.4%+3.1%
Florida Keys $349.00 $52.43 $0.85 $402.27 $103.407 $15.534 $0.251 $119.192 +0.7%-7.3%-22.9%-0.5%
Fort Myers $140.48 $35.89 $13.11 $189.49 $45.043 $11.508 $4.204 $60.755 -6.0%-24.4%+100.5%-6.9%
Sarasota $162.50 $38.21 $5.62 $206.34 $56.039 $13.177 $1.938 $71.154 -11.7%+15.5%+354.9%-5.5%
Clearwater $125.63 $52.95 $0.00 $178.58 $31.705 $13.362 $0.000 $45.067 -15.2%+18.4%0.0%-7.4%
St. Petersburg $126.63 $42.67 $0.79 $170.09 $40.504 $13.650 $0.252 $54.406 -10.9%-4.7%-21.0%-9.5%
Palm Beach $223.69 $68.02 $3.79 $295.50 $120.172 $36.543 $2.039 $158.754 -5.6%+7.4%+20.3%-2.6%
Ft. Lauderdale $154.48 $43.84 $4.47 $202.79 $167.501 $47.529 $4.852 $219.882 -2.7%-1.7%-1.0%-2.5%
1 Metrics provided by STR.
2 Transient bookings include rooms sold to individuals or groups occupying less than 10 rooms per night.
3 Group bookings include bookings of 10 rooms or more per night, sold pursuant to a signed agreement.
4 Contract bookings include a consistent block of rooms committed at stipulated contract rates for an extended period longer than 30 days, with payment guaranteed regardless of use, such as for airline
crews and long-term guests.
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INDUSTRY DATA
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LEISURE & HOSPITALTY EMPLOYMENT
January February March April May June July August September October November December
2019 31,700 32,400 32,400 31,700 30,100 28,300 27,400 27,100 26,900 28,600 31,200 31,800
2020 32,400 33,000 32,300 17,500 21,400 23,400 22,800 22,600 22,600 24,700 26,600 27,300
2021 27,600 28,300 28,700 28,700 27,900 26,900 26,100 25,800 25,800 27,700 29,400 30,100
2022 30,000 30,800 31,200 31,100 29,900 28,300 27,600 27,500 27,400 27,400 29,600 30,500
2023 31,100 31,600 32,100 31,600 30,100 28,300 27,600 27,400 27,300 29,400 31,300 32,100
2024 32,000 (P)
15,000
17,000
19,000
21,000
23,000
25,000
27,000
29,000
31,000
33,000
35,000
Monthly Direct Leisure & Hospitality EmploymentCollier County Direct Leisure and Hospitality Employment (Calendar Year)1
1 SOURCE: Current Employment Statistic Program (CES), Collier County Leisure and Hospitality Sector, not seasonally adjusted.
(P) Preliminary.
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RSW PASSENGER TRAFFIC
January February March April May June July August September October November December
2019 1,050,093 1,117,409 1,482,239 1,111,558 725,754 586,319 570,977 526,519 460,869 638,922 876,703 1,077,818
2020 1,132,103 1,241,590 861,221 53,379 143,004 237,706 256,418 231,283 255,926 417,305 500,468 648,011
2021 686,563 725,735 1,162,342 1,107,004 946,366 839,377 814,471 647,534 551,041 769,524 986,908 1,085,569
2022 1,044,816 1,149,618 1,514,046 1,221,628 836,379 663,141 671,225 620,532 515,007 432,667 812,305 862,368
2023 932,896 967,416 1,166,442 981,216 760,330 643,486 670,818 601,542 560,358 737,527 953,025 1,094,783
2024 1,108,190
0
200,000
400,000
600,000
800,000
1,000,000
1,200,000
1,400,000
1,600,000
RSW Total Passenger TrafficSouthwest Florida International Airport (RSW) Passenger Traffic1
1 SOURCE: Lee County Port Authority Monthly Statistics.
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LICENSED TRANSIENT RENTAL UNITS
February 2024 Licensed Transient Rental Units
Hotel Motel Vacation Rental Total
Naples 4,602 1,368 3,025 8,995
Marco Island 1,275 121 2,079 3,475
Immokalee 0 70 104 174
Golden Gate 0 150 0 150
Everglades City 38 36 21 95
Chokoloskee 0 13 2 15
Goodland 0 5 7 12
Ave Maria 0 0 6 6
Ochopee 0 0 1 1
Total 5,915 1,763 5,245 12,9232
1 SOURCE: Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation.
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NAPLES, MARCO ISLAND, EVERGLADES
Convention & Visitors BureauFebruary 2024 Monthly Dashboard
Sandra Rios, Public Relations & Communications Manager
sandra.rios@colliercountyfl.gov
John Melleky, Arts & Culture Manager
john.melleky@colliercountyfl.gov
Downs & St. Germain Research
(850) 906-3111 | contact@dsg-research.com
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ADVERTISING REPORT
Paradise Advertising &
Marketing, Inc.
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2024 Winter Campaign Overview
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FY24 Winter Campaign: Market Takeovers
Flight Dates:
●Chicago 1/8 - 2/4
●Cleveland 1/22 - 2/18
Target Markets: Chicago and Cleveland
In FY24 we will continue the momentum of last year’s successful Chicago campaign, with media
to reach Chicagoans as they go about their day.
This year we will focus on a new opportunity market, Cleveland, and speak to them directly to invite
them to the Paradise Coast.
ParadiseAdv.com
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Always On
3
1
Chicago
Takeover
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Winter Takeovers
Chicago
Flight: 1/8-2/4/24
●Comprehensive OOH Program
○Billboards (5)
○Bus Wraps (36)
○Bus Shelters (14)
○EV Charging Stations (50)
○Mobile Retargeting (20)
○Rideshare wraps
●Print
○VF Coop in Chicago Magazine
○High Impact Print Ad
●TV Campaign on ABC station with custom
Paradise Coast segment
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Out of Home in Chicago
20 Bus Ultra Super King
units covering Downtown Chicago areas
10 Bonus Bus King Wrap units covering
Downtown Chicago areas
ParadiseAdv.com
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Carvertise in Chicago
ParadiseAdv.com
20 Wrapped rideshare cars were in Chicago for
8 weeks, with each driver handing out 3x5 cards
(250 to each driver) to riders with QR code to
drive to site.
In addition to the 20 cars, we had a 9-car Swarm
driving along Magnificent Mile and in front of
Millennium Park for hours on Saturday 1/20.
The vendor bonused us a second Swarm on Sat
Feb 3, for an additional value of $4,000.
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3 x 5 card handed out to riders
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Carvertise in Chicago
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Carvertise in Chicago
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Print in Chicago
ParadiseAdv.com
Magazine | High Impact Ads
Impactful mini booklet attached to a full page ad was attached to a full
page ad in 367,000 subscriber copies in Jan/Feb issues of HGTV,
House Beautiful and Real Simple throughout the Chicago market.
The booklet can be easily removed for continued use and reference.
4-page mini-booklet attached to
Full page ad
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TV in
Chicago
TV Schedule + Custom Segment
4-week TV campaign ran in Chicago on WLS-TV ABC
7 Included :30 spots in programming including:
Good Morning America, GMA Weekend, Early news
5-630pm, Oscar Nomination announcements, and
Jimmy Kimmel,
We also had a 5-min. Weekend Spotlight segment that
ran in the Sat morning news at 955am, and posted to
abc7chicago.com in perpetuity.
Sandra Rios did a great job on the segment with the host!
32 Spots total
Segment LINK
HERE
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Always On
2
Cleveland Takeover
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Cleveland, OH Takeover
Campaign Dates: January 22 - February 18, 2024
●Comprehensive OOH Program
○Billboards (4)
○Mall Advertising (24 kiosks)
○Static Kiosks (10)
○Digital Kiosks (12)
○Rideshare wraps
○Mobile Retargeting of those exposed to
OOH
●Print
○High Impact Print Ad
●Vacation Guide Inserted into key papers
●TV Campaign on ABC station with custom
Paradise Coast segment
●Vacation Guide inserts
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Out of Home in Cleveland
Focused on most affluent areas of Greater Cleveland such as Shaker Heights, Bratenhal,
Hunting Valley, Gates Mills, Chagrin Falls, Avon Lake, Bentleyville, Orange and
Woodmere.
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Out of Home in Cleveland
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Out of Home in Cleveland
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Out of Home in Cleveland
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Carvertise in Cleveland
Out of Home
12 Wrapped rideshare cars are in
Cleveland for 8 weeks (through
3/17), with 3x5 cards handed out by
driver (include QR code)
8-car Swarm drove around Playhouse
Square on a busy Saturday night!
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3 x 5 card handed out to riders
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Carvertise in Cleveland
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Winter Takeovers - Cleveland
Visitor Guide Insert
Program
20,000 copies of the Paradise Coast Vacation
Guide was inserted into the Sunday 1/28 issue of
the Cleveland Plain Dealer, helping to drive
interest in the destination.
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Print in
Cleveland
ParadiseAdv.com
Magazine | High Impact Ads
An impactful 4-page mini booklet was attached to a full page ad in
40,000 subscriber copies in Jan/Feb issues of HGTV, House
Beautiful and Real Simple throughout the Cleveland DMA.
The booklet can be easily removed for continued use and
reference.
4-page mini-booklet
attached to Full page ad
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TV in
Cleveland
TV schedule + custom segment
4-week TV campaign ran in Cleveland on WEWS ABC.
Includes :15s and :30 spots in programming
including: Good Morning America, GMA Saturday, 58
spots total.
Also includes 2 minute interview airing Monday-Friday after
the Noon News and every Saturday and Sunday after the
weekend morning news.
The great segment with Sandra was also posted on News 5
Facebook page, linking to the website and boosted to
591,000+ followers.
Segment LINK HERE
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Traditional media helping lift digital results, showing both markets move up the rankings from
previous month.
Both markets
moved up 2
rankings from prior
to campaigns!
Chicago up from last
month in ranking
from 4th to 2nd
Cleveland up from
last month from 8th to
6th
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Google Analytics ResultsDriving interest from the traditional media exposure, with both markets going
to ParadiseCoast.com to find out more!
Looking at Jan-first week of March 2024 vs. same time period in 2023:
Chicago up 11.72% in new
users to the site YoY
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Cleveland up 26% in new users
to the site YoY
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Overall, these campaigns delivered 24M impressions in Chicago and
14.1M impressions in Cleveland.
Expedia showed 80 flight tickets and $20,090 in gross flight bookings from
Cleveland from those who were exposed to our ads, up considerably from
previous months.
It showed 94 flight tickets and $28,482 in gross flight bookings from Chicago
from those who were exposed to our ads.
Adara Impact shows 1,346 room nights from Chicago in January and
February, and 444 room nights from Cleveland in January and February.
Overall Results
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Thank You
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Monthly Report | February 2024
2024
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Table of Contents
1.Zartico: Visitor Summary & Insights: pgs. 4-10
2.Social Media: pgs. 11-16
3.Email: pgs. 17-20
4.Media Review: pgs. 20-30
5.Digital Media Insights: pgs. 31-38
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Zartico
Visitor
Insights
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Zartico: Visitor Insights | Summary
●Out of state visitors made up 55.5% of visits and 93.1% of overall spend in February 2024. In-state visitors
made up 44.5% of visits and 6.9% of overall spend. Out of State visitation outperformed in-state stats for visitor
spending significantly showcasing the success of peak season.
●The destination welcomed more day-trippers (50.7%) than overnight visitors (49.3%) in February
●Chicago, IL DMA continues to rank #1 in top spending market in the destination followed by St. Paul -
Minneapolis and Boston-MA keeping consistency for the past 3 months.
●Dining followed by Retail continued to be the top spending categories from visitors in the destination in February
Miami-Ft Lauderdale continues to rank #1 in top visitation for the month of February. Followed by Tampa-St
Petersburg, FL and Orlando, FL. Chicago, IL and New York, NY were the top 2 out-of-state visitors.
●Both in-state and out of state visitors made JW Marriott Marco Island the top visited place in February followed
by Mercato and Vanderbilt Beach.
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Zartico: Visitor Insights | Visitor Flow and Spending
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Zartico: Visitor Insights | Trip Type and Origin
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Zartico: Visitor Insights | Spending and HHI
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Zartico: Visitor Insights | Website
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Zartico: Visitor Insights | Market Index Over Time
The Market Index looks at the relationship between website traffic, destination visitation, and visitor spending from
those origin markets. All data values scaled 0-100 with 100 being the top value in any category. The individual
components are averaged together (simple average) to create the Index. Your home market DMA is excluded from this
insight.
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Zartico: Visitor Insights | Visitor Economy Index Over Time
The Visitor Economy Index measures the year-over-year percent change across several data sources and combines
them to give you a clearer view of how your destinations tourism economy is doing compared to the same month in the
previous year. Anything above 0% means that month's performance is ahead of the previous year. Anything below 0%
indicates that months performance is below the previous year. Data inputs include: visitor device count (Near), visitor
cardholder count (Affinity), visitor cardholder spend (Affinity) monthly hotel demand or occupancy (STR) IF you
subscribe, and short-term lodging revenue or ADR (AirDNA) IF you subscribe.
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Social Media
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Social Media (Organic) - Summary
●Implemented annual content strategy across all social
media platforms.
●Conducted day-to-day operations, including but not
limited to content creation, content curation, and
reporting/analysis, etc.
●Completed the February 2024 content calendars to be
shared across social media platforms.
●Established Facebook LIVE and Instagram Story topics for
Client to implement in February 2024.
●Supported Client in community management, social
listening, optimization, and reporting/analysis, etc.
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Organic Social | Facebook
58,386 Followers
+725 Net Follower Growth
50.8K Engagement
26.6% Decrease
2.1MM Impressions
52.9% Decrease
●Although we observed a dip in engagement and impressions this month, the metrics align more closely
with our performance in December. It's important to note that January was an exceptional month for us,
and the current numbers reflect a return to a more typical level of activity.
●The top performing posts were Naples Grande Beach Resort, Naples Pickleball on Jeopardy, and a Naples
Beach sunset Facebook live.
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Organic Social | Instagram
20,098 Followers
+154 Net Follower Growth
1.8K Engagement
9.1% Increase
4.3MM Impressions
1.8% Increase
●In February, our Instagram metrics saw an increase across all categories, a direct result of the improved content
quality and optimized posting schedule.
●The top performing posts were Third Street South, February Events Lineup, and Wedding Park.
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Content Captures
During the month of February, we captured content for Cars on 5th, Everglades Seafood Festival, and Jazz on the Lawn.
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Email
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Email | Consumer E-Scapes
Topic: Activities
Subject Line: Dive Into Spring Bliss on
Florida’s Paradise Coast
Most-Clicked Link: Live Beach Cam
34.29
Open Rate
5.08%
CTO Rate
54,557
Recipients
ParadiseAdv.com
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Email | Meetings E-Scapes
Subject Line: Discover Premier Meeting
Experiences on Florida's Paradise Coast.
Most-Clicked Link: New Resort Openings:
Elevating Your Experience
7.56%
Open Rate
18.86%
CTO Rate
129,533
Recipients
Subscriber List 4,533 / Paid List 125,000
ParadiseAdv.com
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Email | Subscribers
New subscribers are collected from ParadiseCoast.com, then
manually imported and organized.
Unsubscribes, Hard Bounces (inactive addresses), and Spam marks are
automatically removed.
Note: Most months we do not receive new sign-ups for the Meetings list. A
negative net change is due to unsubscribes, spam marks, and hard
bounces that are often due to deactivated email addresses when a
subscriber leaves their company.
4,533
Meetings List
54,577
Consumer List
ParadiseAdv.com
622
Net Change
(this month)
-35
Net Change
(this month)
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Media Review
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Media | Performance
In February, we had seven campaigns running: Always On, Winter, Arts &
Culture, Meetings, Travel Trade, Weddings, and the UK campaign just started the
final week of the month.
February Performance Highlights:
●Total Estimated Digital Spend: $70,231
●Total Impressions: 3,362,808
●Total Clicks to Site: 13,577
●CTR: 0.40% (up 14 % points from last month and more than 4x benchmark)
●Total Completed Video Views: 131,193
●VCR: 65.3%
Top performing media partners for February across all consumer campaigns:
●Wedding Trade Desk, from the Weddings Campaign, with an extremely
strong 10.24%
●AKI Technologies, from the Meetings Campaign, also saw a strong CTR
with 3.26% increasing even from the previous month.
ParadiseAdv.comIndustry Benchmarks: CTR: 0.08% VCR: 70%
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Media | Creative
Top Banner Creative Set(s):
●The top creative set for February across all campaigns was from the Weddings
campaign - Romance Couple, at a 15.4%. Weddings always performs exceptionally
well for Paradise Coast.
●Also delivering a very strong CTR was the Meetings creative with a 1.69%.
Top Video:
●In February, both the :30 and :15 version of If Only were running, and the :15
outperformed the longer version, with a 66% VCR. This is under benchmark,
however, and we are working with the vendor to make optimizations.
ParadiseAdv.comIndustry Benchmarks: CTR: 0.08% VCR: 70%
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Media | Meetings Performance
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This month the Meetings Campaign performed extremely well with three media partners plus
LinkedIn in-market, with the goal of driving visits to https://www.paradisecoast.com/meetings
●GroundTruth
○Geo-fencing campaign retargeting attendees of PCMA Convening
Leaders Conference
●Engagement Marketing
○Retargeting banners of those who received the eblast that went out on 2/13,
targeted to Financial Meeting Planners
●AKI Technologies
○Personalized ads served to both c-suite decision makers, and meeting planners,
at specific moments throughout their day
●Total Impressions: 394,251
●Total Clicks to Meetings site from digital media: 6,662
●Overall CTR 1.69% (up considerably from previous month and more than 20x benchmark)
●LinkedIn - new campaign, still in learning mode
○Total Impressions Served: 36,173
○Total Click to site from LinkedIn: 146
○CTR: 0.40%
○LinkedIn Platform Benchmark CTR: 0.44%
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Media | Performance by Campaign
Industry Benchmarks: CTR: 0.08% VCR: 70%
Top Performing Campaigns in February based on
CTR:
●Meetings
●UK
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Paid Search | Performance
Google Paid Search - February 2024 Top Performing Ad Based Off CTR
●Impressions: 123,968
●Clicks: 11,743
●Avg. CTR: 9.47%
●Avg. CPC: $0.51
Campaigns in Market in February:
●Always On In-state
●Always On Out-of-state
●Weddings
●Stone Crab
●Meetings
●UK Campaign
Top Performing CTR Campaign:
Meetings FY24 with a strong CTR of 14.65%
CTR Industry benchmark: 4%
CPC Industry benchmark: $1.35
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Paid Search | Performance
Breakdown Of PPC Campaign Performance
Campaign Impressions Clicks CTR Avg. CPC
Always On
out-of-state
59,490 5,981 10.05%$0.53
Always On
in-state
45,048 3,514 7.80%$0.39
Weddings 10,273 1,408 13.71%$0.47
Stone Crab 4,433 358 8.08%$0.58
Meetings 2,089 306 14.65%$1.15
UK 2,635 176 6.68%$1.37
CTR Industry benchmark: 4%
CPC Industry benchmark: $1.35
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Paid Social | Facebook/Instagram Performance
In February, the Always On, Weddings, Stone Crab, and Arts & Culture campaigns continued to run. In
addition to these four campaigns, the UK and Germany campaigns were also launched late February
(2/26/24). We are still seeing very strong metrics across the board, with all campaigns exceeding the
industry benchmark CTR of 0.9%. We also saw more than 5.9 million impressions this month.
We will continue to monitor for optimization
opportunities.
Results:
●Impressions: 5,953,973
●Post Engagements: 225,691
●Clicks: 55,403
●CTR○Always On: 2.82%
■4% increase over January
○Weddings: 5.09%
■7% decrease over January
○Stone Crab: 5.75%
■42% increase over January
○Arts & Culture: 6.67%
■55% increase over January
○UK: 3.09%
○Germany: 2.95%
*Travel industry benchmark: 0.9%
Top Performing Posts
Awareness
Impressions: 939,401
Traffic
Clicks: 10,965
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Paid Social | TikTok Top Performing
Creative:
The Always On campaign continued to run throughout February. We continued to
see a strong CTR, with a Month-over-Month increase of 60%.
We will continue to monitor the new assets and look for optimization
opportunities.
Results:
●Impressions: 72,635
●Clicks: 1,266
●Video Views: 28,183
●CTR: 1.74%
○60% increase over
December
*Average benchmark is ~1% CTR
Romance Video
783 Clicks
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Paid Social | Pinterest Performance Top Performing Evergreen Creative:
In February, both the Evergreen Always On and Weddings campaigns were
launched. We are still seeing strong metrics from both campaigns, including strong
CTRs. Top performing Creative remained the same this month.
We will continue to monitor the new assets and look for optimization
opportunities.
Results:
●Impressions: 583,824
●Clicks: 7,937
●Evergreen CTR: 0.85%
○27% increase over January
●Weddings CTR: 2.05%
○52% increase over January
* Benchmark: 0.3%
Top Performing Weddings Creative:
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Digital Media ROAS |
February
ParadiseAdv.com
From those exposed to digital advertising in February:
●Adara Impact shows $222,225 in hotel revenue.
●Expedia shows $1,300,000 in hotel and vacation rental revenue.
●Total Revenue from those exposed to digital advertising in February = $1,522,225
●We spent $70,231 in digital advertising in February
February ROAS = 21.7X Return on Ad Spend
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Digital Media Insights*
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Expedia | Economic Impact & Insights
Our Expedia campaign continued. Below and on the following page are the February results, from those exposed to
Florida’s Paradise Coast advertising on Expedia (Expedia, VRBO, and Hotels.com).
In February, Expedia Group showed the following results from those exposed to our advertising:
●The advertising directly drove 2,654 room nights (1,100 hotel room nights and 1,554 vacation rental nights) for a
total gross bookings of $1.3M. This is down slightly from January’s $1.5M.
●The largest share of bookings came from VRBO ($760,000) with Expedia second ($278K)
●That $1.3M in gross bookings made for a 146.4 Return on Ad Spend
●516 Airline Tickets were sold to those exposed to the advertising, and an average ticket price of $293.
●The largest percentage (25.8%) booked within the week before travel, but 23.5% booked 31-60 days prior to travel.
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Expedia | Economic Impact & Insights
Flight
s
Minneapolis remains a strong fly market, as it was
in January. We will continue to watch the
performance of this market for future
opportunities.
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Adara | Economic Impact & Insights
Observed Data - February
Enriched Data - February
NOTE: Hotel Revenue can show both Observed (direct partner data from those exposed to
advertising) and Enriched Data, which uses IMPACT Plus methodology that takes Adara’s travel
partner data and calculates it to include STR Census and Occupancy data to give a more
complete market visibility.
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Adara | Economic Impact & Insights
●As has been the case
for the past several
months, the top
traveler type was
couples, at 52%
In February we saw
the hotel trip
planning window
- from booking to
arrival - shorten by
about a week. This
means travelers
were booking their
hotel stays about 4
weeks prior to
arrival, vs 6 weeks
last month.
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Adara | Economic Impact & Insights
Top Markets for Hotels and Flights
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Top Media Partners in February Driving Searches, Booking and Revenue
Adara | Economic Impact & Insights
ParadiseAdv.com
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2024THANK YOU
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PUBLIC RELATIONS REPORT
Lou Hammond & Associates
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National Public Relations Update
TDC Meeting
Services conducted in
February 2024
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Media Highlights
LHG & CVB PR EFFORTS – February 2024
Media Impressions: 27,076,702
Media Value: $121,199.49
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Media Highlights
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Media Highlights
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Media Highlights
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Media Highlights
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Media Highlights
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Media Highlights
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Media Outreach
Written Materials
The Zoe Report, Best Warm U.S. Islands, No Passport Required – Marco
Island Focus
Time Out: Best Spring Break Destinations – Marco Island + Everglades
Spring Break Destinations
Individual media visit invites
VISIT FLORIDA Content
Projects
Everglades/Everglades City Clipbook
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Projects
Media Visits
Executed
Susan Barnes, Garden & Gun: February 2 – 4, 2024
Upcoming
VISIT FLORIDA Canada FAM: April 22 –24, 2024
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Partner Communications
Partner Newsletter
Agency assisted in creating monthly CoastLines Newsletter and
deployment to partners on February 28th.
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Looking Ahead
Pitching
Silent Travel
New Executive Director Announcement
What’s New – Q2
Nostalgia on the Menu at Bicyclette Cookshop
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Thank you!
Proud to be your Partner in Paradise!
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MARKETING PARTNER REPORTS
PART II
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TOURIST TAX COLLECTIONS
Collier County Tax Collector
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WEB SITE ANALYTICS
Miles Partners, Inc.
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Top Pages
1.Events landing page 46,173 views
2.Homepage 38,388 views
3.Beaches landing page 16,817 views
4.Dining landing page 13,460 views
5.Weddings landing page 12,542 views
6.Stone Crab landing page 8,808 views
7.Hotels & Rentals landing page 8,791 views
8.Marco Island landing page 7,059 views
9.7 Must Play Golf Courses article page 6.920 views
10.Things to Do landing page 6,437 views
Across All Traffic Types
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Collier County Museums
Visitation Reports
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VISITATION
February 2024
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February 2023 February 2024Collier Museum at Government Center 918 1,001Immokalee Pioneer Museumat Roberts Ranch 244 378Marco Island Historical Museum 3,743 3,077Museum of the Everglades 3,426 2,957Naples Depot Museum 0 861TOTAL8,331 8,274Outreach: Educational 307Outreach: Marketing 868
8,274 TOTAL VISITORS IN FEBRUARY
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Where are you from?
9%
15%
6%
62%
8%
Full-time Collier Resident Part-time Collier Resident Florida resident (not Collier County)US resident (not Florida)International
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How did you hear about us?
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
Web Search
Word of Mouth
Other
Newspaper or Magazine Feature
Brochure or Flyer
Social Media
Advertisement
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Please explain why you would or would not
recommend this museum to others.
Outstanding experience. The gentlemen running the museum were very
informative & helpful answering all of our questions. You can tell they love
their job & enjoy sharing their wealth of knowledge.
staff was so great with my kids, who were skeptical about the museum. we
didn't have much time, but still really enjoyed the exhibits on native
peoples, hurricanes, and other bits of Everglades history.
Reception staff were enthusiastic and eager to answer questions that I
had. Yet they were not pushy. I felt like they really wanted me to be there
and enjoy the experience.. you can tell that these people take pride in
their work. Thank you for saving this important history.
It was wonderful! Very informative, well planned and we plan to take
guests here again. Our grandkids ate lunch on the picnic table/benches
just outside the main building and we felt like we were part of the olde
Florida Naples neighborhood. The boys loved the tank!
Extremely interesting and informative; well maintained and staffed by
courteous, friendly, knowledgeable volunteers.
Excellent. The staff gave us a lot of information that help to make it nice.
The exhibits are great. The videos were nice.
Delightful,, very well done and informative. Need to back when we have
more time.
Very interesting artifacts and Information displayed. Mathew was very
helpful and knowledgeable
Very pleasantly surprised at how extensive and nice the museum is.Very relaxing, and I would like to come back to delve more.
Wow! What an amazing museum with great exhibits and also hands on.
Thank you!The museum staff was very friendly and extremely helpful.
Excellent lecture on the history of the Micosouki tribe It is most interesting. Lots of historical information.
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Customer Satisfaction
AVERAGE MAXIMUMPlease rate your overall experience with this Museum.4.92 5.0How satisfied were you with the service you received?4.92 5.0How likely are you to recommend this Museum to a friend or colleague?9.65 10.0
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How likely are you to recommend this Museum to a
friend or colleague?
4% (3)7% (10)89% (152)
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
Detractor Passive Promoter
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Current
Exhibits
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Borrowed from Our Children:
Seventy Years of the
Audubon Corkscrew Swamp SanctuarySeventy years ago, brave voices in our community spoke up to protect ancient trees from the threat of the axe and saw. Thanks to their work, today Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary protects 13,450 acres in Southwest Florida as a haven for plants, animals, and people. The Sanctuary recharges the aquifer, cleans water, and reduces risk of catastrophic wildfire while reducing algal blooms along the coastline. It was said by John James Audubon that, “a true conservationist is a man who knows that the world is not given by his fathers, but borrowed from his children.” This photography exhibit celebrates the past 70 years of conservation and looks ahead to the next 70.
Immokalee Pioneer Museum
January 16 to April 27, 2024
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WE ARE STILL HERE;
The Continuing Story of the Miccosukee Tribe
Museum of the Everglades and Collier County Museums have collaborated with the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida to create this exhibit exploring their past, present, and future. Following the “Indian Termination Policy” enacted by Congress in 1953, a schism began to emerge between the some of the Miccosukee elders within the Seminole Tribe and its leadership. By 1962, the Miccosukee Tribe was federally recognized as a unique and separate sovereign nation. WE ARE STILL HERE explores that story, but also brings forth little-known facts about the Miccosukee Tribe and their continuing accomplishments. The exhibit includes images and artifacts of shared history, cultural expressions, powerful personalities, and many other facets of this still unfolding story. The important partnership established between Collier County Museums and the Miccosukee Tribe to facilitate the exhibit is itself a new, and decidedly positive, chapter that we are honored to be part of.
Museum of the Everglades
January 23 to May 11, 2024
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Just Beachy:
Our Most Enduring Attraction
A journey in sand through the hourglass of time. A vacation on a Naples beach was once as rustic a lifestyle choice as now it is a sophisticated one. As the area’s culture has changed and the skyline has evolved, one thing remains true: the beaches are still a place where sea and sand come together to provide an enchantment to visitors young and old. The charm of our beaches has provided generations with unforgettable memories. This exhibit brings those memories to life with objects and photos from the collections of Collier County Museums and its institutional partners.
Collier Museum at Government Center
February 20 to May 18, 2024
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Daydreaming by Niki Butcher
Photographer Niki Butcher hand colors her black and white images. This process encourages a dreamy and nostalgic feel, especially because the images are of an older Florida that sometimes no longer exists as buildings or undeveloped locations. Niki also demonstrates some of the techniques and skills she uses to create her artwork.
Marco Island Historical Museum
March 12 – June 8, 2024
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Events: For additional details please visit CollierMuseums.com
Preschool Program: Beachy KeenApril 17 | 10:00 am-11:00 amCollier Museum at Government Center
Paved With Good Intentions: How the Road Through
the Everglades Harmed the Seminole and
MiccosukeeApril 18 | 2:00 pm-3:00 pmMuseum of the Everglades
Earth Day!April 20 | 9:00 am-11:00 amImmokalee Pioneer Museum
Spring Homeschool Day 2024 April 23 | 10:00 am-1:00 pmImmokalee Pioneer Museum
Tamiami Trail Anniversary Celebration /
Museum Birthday PartyApril 27 | 9:00 am-2:00 pmCollier Museum at Government Center
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THANK YOU
Questions?
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04/16/2024
COLLIER COUNTY
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Item Number: 10.A
Doc ID: 28473
Item Summary: Tourism Staff Reports
Meeting Date: 04/16/2024
Prepared by:
Title: Administrative Assistant – Tourism
Name: Jennifer Leslie
04/02/2024 1:38 PM
Submitted by:
Title: – Tourism
Name: Jay Tusa
04/02/2024 1:38 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Tourism Jennifer Leslie Tourism Division Completed 04/02/2024 1:38 PM
Tourism John Melleky Tourism Review Completed 04/02/2024 1:39 PM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson OMB Completed 04/03/2024 8:12 AM
Tourism Sandra Rios Tourism Review Completed 04/03/2024 2:55 PM
Corporate Compliance and Continuous Improvement Megan Gaillard Additional Reviewer Completed
04/08/2024 7:24 AM
County Manager's Office Geoffrey Willig CMO Analyst Completed 04/08/2024 11:09 AM
Tourism Jay Tusa Tourism Director Review Completed 04/08/2024 11:30 AM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Attorney Review Completed 04/09/2024 1:11 PM
County Manager's Office Ed Finn Deputy County Manager Completed 04/10/2024 11:59 AM
County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Deputy County Manager Completed 04/10/2024 12:38 PM
Tourist Development Council Paul Beirnes Meeting Pending 04/16/2024 9:00 AM
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TDC Collier County - Meeting date: April 16, 2024
STAFF REPORTS
The following is a report encapsulating the staff activity for the time period Feb.
1-29, 2024.
This detailed report contains activities, actions, recaps and actionable learning
by focus disciplines.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page(s)
1. Staff Topline activities -- 3-4
2. Interim Co-Directors -- 5-6
3. Arts & Culture -- 7-8
4. Group Meetings -- 9-10
5. Midwest Sales -- 11-14
6. Specialty Markets -- 15-16
7. PR & Communications -- 17-18
8. Social & Digital Media -- 19
9. Leisure Sales -- 20-21
10. UK & Ireland -- 22-25
11. Germany -- 26-30
12. Sports Complex -- 31-33
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STAFF TOPLINE ACTIVITIES
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
1. Implemented Mid-March Canada Campaign, April Spring/Summer campaigns.
2. Continued process for implementation of overseas representation for UK and Germany.
ARTS & CULTURE
1. Resolved questions on grant financial reimbursement report processes.
GROUP MEETINGS
1. Follow up from Northstar Meetings’ IPEC 2024 Independent Planners’ Education Conference
in Greenville, SC January 21-24, 2024
2. Working with Paradise Advertising on sample destination itinerary for Northstar Meetings’
feature article
MID-WEST SALES
1. Highlights: Received lead from Meghan Stallkamp with American Bar Association, 139 rooms
for March 2025 (Meghan attended our client event in January)
SPECIALTY MARKETS
1. Reassessing Specialty Markets strategies to align with mainstream marketing efforts.
2. Preparing for upcoming CVB Events.
PR & COMMUNICATIONS
1. Earned media efforts for January 2024 resulted in 27,076,702 media impressions with a
Media Value of $121,199.49.
2. Media highlights include placements in CondéNast Traveler, Sports Destination
Management, Garden & Gun magazine, Boston Magazine, AFAR, Florida Today, Reader’s
Digest and Thrillist.
SOCIAL & DIGITAL MEDIA
1. Attend the First Tee 2024 event at Twin Eagles Country Club and gather content.
2. Provided Film Permitting services for Expedia & Trek Bicycle.
LEISURE SALES
1. Attended the Florida Huddle annual tradeshow at the Miami Beach Convention Center – Feb
4 – 6, 2024. Annette Eckhardt our German Representative and I conducted 40 appointments
with Domestic, German, UK/Ireland, and Canada tour operators.
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2. Hosted a VAX – Vacation Access webinar Feb 29, 2024. We had 184 participants and
received all advisor contact information for our one-pager follow up and to add to our
database.
UK & IRELAND
1. TTG Easter Competition with Visit Florida - participation approved and launched end of
February to run throughout March 2024. A virtual B2B - highly interactive digital and social
campaign with Visit Florida and Travel Trade publication TTG. Destination exposure and
competition during the TTG Countdown to Easter online game with prize incentives -
estimated reach 16,000 Travel Agents
2. Coverage of the Everglades in National Geographic Traveller UK - featured in print, online
and in consumer e-newsletter. Total reach: 1,196,599 | Total EAV: $31,597 – see image
below in this report.
DIAMONDE
1. Attendance at Florida Huddle in Miami from Feb. 4-6 & personal site visit in the destination
from Jan. 31- Feb. 3
2. Kick-off of our B2C luxury campaign with CANUSA and The Palm Beaches
SPORTS COMPLEX
1. As part of the financial reporting for year to date, Paradise Coast Sports Complex has
brought in over 1.1 million in Revenue. This is about a $325,000 improvement on the 2024
budget.
2. The TDC, at its last meeting, approved grant funding for two events (Trilogy and Naples
Spring Shootout). Trilogy received BCC approval. Naples Spring Shootout will be on the
March 12, 2024, BCC Consent Agenda for final approval.
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INTERIM CO-DIRECTOR ACTIVITIES – February 1- 29, 2024
John Melleky and Sandra Rios
• Continued review process for City of Marco Island Grant A applications for infrastructure
improvements
• Continued process for Grant A applications for City of Naples Pier and beach maintenance
projects.
• Completed final steps in the Executive Director hiring process.
Monthly Activities
Tourism Industry & Intra-Division Meetings
• Attended meeting about Discover Airlines – February 8
• Represented CVB at First Tee Awards event – February 14
• Meeting with Zartico – February 15
• Attended Priority-Based Budgeting Kick-Off meeting – February 16
• Weekly one-on-one meetings with the County Deputy Manager
• Weekly Collier County PIO Communications meeting
• Represented CVB at CHUBB Classic and Media Room – February 16, 17
• Met with County Clerk & Comptroller and staff, Crystal Kinzel – February 26
• Represented CVB at Opera Naples Press Conference – February 27
• IPW Planning – February 29
Other Community Outreach
• Represented CVB at Everglades Seafood Festival – February 3
• AYF Meeting – February 28
• Pickleball Meeting – February 29
Staffing / Development
• International Reps Contracts
o Determined steps to have the international reps contracts renewed by March with
Tourism staff and procurement. February 1, 2, 5, 6, 14
• Held weekly staff meetings to share information, projects, and outcomes.
• Conducted assigned/required Collier University training.
Strategic Implementation
• Tourist Development Council
• Website
o Continue the rollout of new website with Miles Partnership - ParadiseCoast.com
website.
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Marketing / Public Relations/Communications / Sales
• Orchestrated meetings with partner agencies to discuss the status of current projects and
strategies for 2023-2024.
o Advertising (Paradise Adv) – February 7, 15, 29
o Website (Miles Partnership) –February 13, 21
o Data Research (Downs and St. Germain) - February 15
o Public Relations (LHG) - February
• Visitors Guide.
• Review and revisions to current marketing projects and campaigns including Always On
campaign, Mid-March Canada campaign, April Spring / Summer in-state and out-of-state
campaigns.
• Directed day-to-day business activities related to CVB’s activities, partner engagement, public
relations, and communications responsibilities.
Department Administration
• Fulfillment RFP
o Final reviews for fulfillment RFP with meetings and reviewing presentations. February 2
• Call Center RFP
o Drafted Third Extension Agreement for Call Center Services vendor.
• JW Marriott and Visit Florida Waiver Renewals – February 12
• Director Interviews - February 2, 9
• Training - County payroll processes, February 6, 13
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ARTS AND CULTURE
John Melleky – Arts and Culture Manager
February 1 - 29, 2024
TDT Grants and Other Grant Programs
• Resolved questions on grant financial reimbursement report processes.
TDT Grants Meetings
DATE ORGANIZATION
February 7, 2024 Artis--Naples
February 12, 2024 Naples Art District
General CVB Projects
• See the Interim Co-Director Director report for more information.
Arts and Economic Prosperity Study 6 Results and Strategic Plan
• Attended follow up interview with Harriet Heithaus of The Naples Press.
¡ARTE VIVA! – Hispanic Art Festival
• Approved campaigns and digital assets for ¡ARTE VIVA promotions.
• Completed review of all filmed interviews and obtained approval from artists and
organizations.
Outreach to Arts and Culture Organizations
Outreach to organizations includes meetings, introductions, and attending various arts and cultural
activities throughout the month.
DATE ORGANIZATION
February 1, 2024 Clerk’s Office – meeting to review Jury Room to see exhibition space
February 5, 2024 The Naples Press – meeting to discuss arts plan
February 5, 2024 United Arts Collier -Art Mixer
February 8, 2024 Naples Botanical Garden – Annual Report Update
February 10, 2024 Artis—Naples – Gershwin Exhibition Opening
February 19, 2024 Gulfshore Playhouse – Season Announcement
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DATE ORGANIZATION
February 22, 2024 Rookery Bay – Photography Exhibition opening
February 24, 2024 Naples Art Institute- Art in the Park
February 24, 2024 Naples Ikebana Society - Ikebana Exhibition
February 27, 2024 Opera Naples – Festival Under the Stars Press Conference
February 27, 2024 Collier Museum and United Arts Collier – Just Beachy Exhibition opening
Upcoming Strategic Initiatives
• Create an overview presentation for Dan Rodriguez and the Commissioners on grant program
changes.
• Implement changes for the FY 2024-2025 TDT Grants and set up training sessions for the new
cycle. Determine how to tie all grant programs together.
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GROUP MEETINGS SALES REPORT
Lisa Chamberlain, CMP – Group Sales Manager
Reporting Period: February 1 – 29, 2024
2023 2024
Number of Meeting Planner Contacts
75 in February 2023 54 (vs. 95 in Jan; 77 in Dec; 94 in
Nov )
Number of RFP leads sent to hotel
partners
35 leads sent
25,981 potential room
nights
$15,632,209 Estimated
Economic impact
39 leads sent (vs. 28 in Jan; 12 in
Dec; 28 in Nov )
32,239 potential room nights (vs.
15,210 in Jan; 4,523 in Dec; 14,124
in Nov)
$23,495,447 Estimated Economic
Impact (vs. $10,447,952 in Jan;
$2,836,099 in Dec; $9,772,707 in
Nov)
Number of Groups booked
6 groups booked
5 groups booked in Feb (vs. 1 in
Jan; 1 in Dec; 2 in Nov)
Total Room Nights/Econ. Impact for
Period booked
2,421 total room nights
booked (TRN)
$1,534,837 direct
spending EI;
1,634 TRN $1,017,277 direct
spending EI; (vs. 1,137 TRN;
$735,697 in Jan; 7,817 TRN
$7,231,126 Nov, direct spending EI)
Number of RFP Enhancement (RFPE)
Requests
10 February 2023
2 For Feb (vs 1 for Jan; 0 for Dec; 1
for Nov) FCCI Sept 2025 FY26 and
AARP Sept 2026 FY27
Number of RFPE’s to Contract
2 February 2023
0 For Feb (vs. 0 for Jan; 0 for Dec;
0 for Nov; 0 for Oct )
Client Site Visits & FAM’S
None in February 2023
0 in Feb (0 in Jan; 1 in Dec; 1 in
Nov; 1 in Oct )
Hotel Partner Site Visits 3 in February 2023 2 in Feb vs. 2 in Jan; 3 in Dec; 2 in
Nov; 2 in Oct )
Number of Shows Attended 1 in February 2023
Florida Encounter
1 in Feb (vs. 2 in Jan; 0 in Dec; 1 in
Nov) Florida Encounter 2024
Events Attended / Sales Activity
• Visit Florida’s FLORIDA ENCOUNTER 2024, Miami Beach, FL February 4 – 6, 2024. Conducted over
33 formal appointments and networking with meeting professionals.
• Chubb Classic’s Women’s Executive Leadership Day, February 14, 2024
• Destinations of Florida Marketing Committee Planning for Annual Client Event in Tallahassee
March 25 & 26, 2024
• Distribution of destination materials at Chubb Classic entrance on February 17, 2024
• Finalizing details for upcoming Ametek site visit, Amy Henke, March 5 & 6.
• Follow up on appointments from Visit Florida’s FLORIDA ENCOUNTER Feb 4-6, 2024, Miami, FL
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• Finalizing details for upcoming Site Visit for Florida Public Relations Association’s Annual
Conference August 2025 at Naples Grande on March 13th
• Finalize details for upcoming Asphalt Institute Site March 21 & 22, 2024
• Connecting with and assisting meeting planners who have submitted leads directly and through
Cvent and other channels.
UPCOMING STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
• Reviewing upcoming travel calendar, including the Midwest market, and confirming events.
• Setting up Strategy Call with Paradise Advertising to discuss Organic Social Media Strategy for
LinkedIn Articles
• Working on new group sales document content – requesting updated contacts; specific
capacities; and new images for our collateral sales piece.
• Continued outreach to our area hotel partners to reiterate the Threshold360 Meetings Capture
opportunity available for the hotels to schedule a filming for their respective properties.
• We continue to work with Paradise Advertising on social media content for LinkedIn posts to
highlight relevant educational content in my monthly posting.
LOOKING FORWARD
• March 3 – 4, 2024 – Imagine Solutions Conference 2024, Naples, FL
• March 26 - 27, 2024 Destinations of FL Tallahassee Client Event and FSAE Women’s Summit
• April 3 - 5, 2024 – Prevue Meetings’ Incentive Evolution Summit, Orlando, FL
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GROUP MEETING SALES REPORT
Synergy-Connect - Midwest Reps
Reporting Period: February 1-29, 2024
February 2023 February 2024
Number of Meeting Planner Contacts 120 460
Number of RFP leads sent 23 30
Number of Shows Attended 2 3
RFPS
Event Name Organization Contact State Dates Total
Room
Nights
2025 ID President’s
Club
HelmsBriscoe Kim Gillespie MN May 16-23, 2025 149
NADA AM04 June
2024
Maritz Global Events Dawn McAtee MO June 12-14, 2024 26
2025 IRIS Spring American Bar
Association
Meagham
Stallkamp
IL March 25-30,
2025
139
Retirement January
Sales Meeting and
Incentive Trip
Ash Brokerage Lisa Ingrassia IN February 17-21,
2025
130
2027 Enterprise
Holdings Inc- Human
Resources Meeting
Maritz Global Events Lisa Bell FL/MO November 7-12,
2027
1600
2024 Mammotome
Advisory Board
Meeting
HelmsBriscoe Lori Stickley OH November 15-
16, 2024
22
Patz Corporation
Annual Meeting
HelmsBriscoe Danise Brownlee NE February 2-5,
2025
103
2025 ANSC HelmsBriscoe/Abbott
Laboratories
Christine Cayko/
Mattes
MN February 13-20,
2025
542
2027 Farmers
Mutual Hail
Platinum Trip
Maritz Global Events Laura Purawal MO March 29-April
7, 2027
371
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2026 NAED Eastern
Region Conference
HelmsBriscoe Kim Kossl MO February 20-26,
2026
2139
SEMA VPA Agent
Meeting FLA
HelmsBriscoe Rupal Patel CO November 12-
13, 2024
277
NADA SG01
February 2025
Maritz Global Events Dawn McAtee MO February 22-25,
2025
60
CHS Inc. Elite
Customer
Experience
HelmsBriscoe Mary Medcraft MN January 18-23,
2025
1330
Thomson Reuters
Program
CWT Meetings &
Events
Melody Duffy MN January 19-24,
2026
740
CMFG Life Insurance
Company- Board of
Directors Meeting
NHS Global Events Liz Parisi IL February 10-13,
2025
106
CSL Circle of
Excellence
AMEX GBT Beatrice Donato IL October 31-
November 7,
2025
306
Adult and Teen
Challenge 2026
Global Conference
Arrowhead
Conferences and
Events
Sheila
Wendelburg
IN June 18-25, 2026 1317
CORE BTS 2025 Sales
Kick Off
Prestige Global
Meeting Source
Katie Yearby MN June 12-16, 2025 546
TD SYNNEX- US IT
Integration
Celebration
NHS Global Events Alexis Aldridge IL June 16-19, 2024 174
Partner Learning
Workshop 2
Meetings &
Incentives Worldwide
Becky Morrow IN November 8-12,
2024
215
Osaic 2025
Optimum Incentives
Maritz Global Events Tish Lewis TN/MO October 21-24,
2025
362
2025 IBBA and MAS HelmsBriscoe Shelley Landry LA April 22-30, 2025 1982
Medtronic Diabetes
2024 President’s
Club
Maritz Global Events Melissa Sadler
Constantine
FL/MN August 19-24,
2024
186
Sales Meeting and
Incentive Trip
ConferenceDirect Tracy Eilers KY February 2-7,
2025
450
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Zurich Distributor
Leadership Summit
AMEX GBT Rose Coletta IL February 2-5,
2025
142
Vestis Client Gap Maritz Global Events Lisa Hart MO January 23-26,
2025
352
UBS Financial
Services
Maritz Global Events Allison Barry MO May 1-3, 2025 822
February 2025
Board of Directors
Meeting
AMEX GBT Anna Duerksen MN February 16-18,
2025
76
Purina 2026 Animal
Nutrition Summit
Club
Prestige Global
Meeting Source
Kelli Wert MN March 22-28,
2026
501
America’s Credit
Unions Board of
Directors
Conference (TD by
hotel partners -
availability)
America’s Credit
Unions
Kelley McLain WI April 5-11, 2025 886
PROSPECTING and OTHER ACTIVITIES
● Contacted all incoming leads for updates and recommendations. (30)
● Attended American Hospital’s annual supplier update from AHA Meeting & Convention department.
● Attended (2)SITE BOD meetings and (1) SITE Sponsorship meeting
● Attended SITE FL & Caribbean Theater Night Client event in Tampa (25 clients)
● Maura was a speaker at the SITE Global Conference in Turkey
● Continue to update contact list for future events and ongoing prospecting.
● Sent Thank you email with pictures and video to all who attended January’s Client Event (40)
● Sent follow up email promoting our destination to all who we invited to Client Event. (400)
● Attended Destination Rep quarterly meeting.
• Attended American Bar Association “mini” tradeshow with destination reps and 24 American Bar Association
meeting professionals.
LOOKING FORWARD
● March 5, 2024 - GPS Destinations Chicago
● March 6, 2024 - GPS Destinations Milwaukee
● March 7, 2024 - GPS Destinations Minneapolis
● March 13, 2024 - SITE Midwest Meeting in Michigan
● March 17-19, 2024 - SITE Chicago Board of Directors Retreat Amelia Island
● April - Synergy Destinations Client Event, South Florida
● April 21-24, 2024 - Northstar Small & Boutique Meetings, Montgomery TX
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● May 20-22, 2024 - MPI Annual Meeting, Louisville KY
● May 28 - 31, 2024 - Incentive Research Foundation Invitational, Bahamas
● June 23 - 26, 2024 - M&I Americas Trade Show, Miami
● August 2, 2024 - SITE Grand Slam Event, Chicago
● August 27-29, 2024 - Connect Marketplace, Milwaukee
● October 27, 2024 - Destination Reps Signature Event, Justin Timberlake
● December 3, 2024 - SITE Chicago Holly Trolley
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SPECIALTY MARKETS REPORT
Michelle Pirre – Specialty Markets
February 1 - 29, 2024
2023 2024
Number of Meeting Planner Contacts
4 5
Number of RFP leads sent to hotel
partners
4 Leads Sent with
$122,595.04 potential
EIC
5 Leads sent with
$116,728,809.23 potential EIC
Number of Groups booked
2 RFPs definite with
estimated $41,396.81
EIC
1 lead turned definite with EIC of
$224,407.98 and 126 room nights
total
Client Site Visits & FAM’S
Marc 2025 Incentive Trip
2/21/2024-2/25/2024
Events Attended / Sales Activity
• February 2, 2024, Meeting with Annette Eckhart from DiaMonde at the CVB office.
• February 2, 2024, Fulfillment Services Selection Committee – Discussed a deadline for each
committee member to send what they would like to see in the vendor presentations.
• February 7, 2024, Meeting with Sandra, and John Co-Directors on niche markets marketing
strategy.
• February 14, 2024, Clerks Wedding, and Vow Renewal Ceremony. Assisted with vendors and
giveaways for event. Attended by request of the Clerk.
• February 19, 2024, Clerk Valentine’s Day Wedding recap to discuss ideas on what went really
well this year and what we could improve on next year.
• Order promotional products for brand visibility, to replenish inventory and ensure it is up to
date. Follow through all stages, including selection of various products to proofing, payment,
and tracking, to maintain accurate records on the inventory report.
• Assisted Tammy Dolezal of Mid-American Research Chemical in organizing a site visit for Jeff
Fremarek, President, and his wife, Jill Fremarek, Event Coordinator, to evaluate shortlisted hotel
properties.
• Connecting with and assisting meeting planners who have submitted leads directly and through
Cvent and other channels.
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• Providing ongoing support to the team in making website adjustments for the upcoming new
website launch.
UPCOMING STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
Continuously reaching out to our area partners including offsite venues and wedding event spaces,
highlighting the opportunity with Threshold360 Meetings Capture, for scheduling upcoming filming
sessions at their properties for Paradisecoast.com.
Reassess and coordinate the Specialty Markets plan to adapt to new strategies, with a focus on
weddings, small meetings, and the SMERF Markets.
Explore and identify new markets. Conduct research on agritourism trends and opportunities within our
destination. Implement targeted strategies to attract these niche travelers to the destination.
Preparing to find locations for the upcoming Annual Marketing Summit as well as the Tourism Star
Awards.
LOOKING FORWARD
April 21-23, 2024 – Northstar’s Small & Boutique Meetings
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PUBLIC RELATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS REPORT
Sandra Rios/Maria Power
Reporting Period: February 1 - 29, 2024
Media Updates
• Hosted: Susan Barnes / Garden & Gun Magazine. Feature article will include information about a
visit to Everglades City and Naples’ art offerings. February 2 – 4.
• Visit Florida: itinerary suggestions for VF photo / video crew that will be in the area to capture
content.
Upcoming Opportunities
• Alan Hunter – Golf America – potential filming
Communications
• Drafted and distributed February CoastLines
• Drafted press release announcing confirmation of new Tourism Director.
• Participated in weekly Collier County PIO meeting.
• Participated in bi-weekly PR agency meeting with Lou Hammond Group.
• Participated in bi-weekly marketing and advertising meeting with Paradise Advertising.
• Participated in bi-weekly meeting with Miles Media Group – Re: website updates.
• Keynote speaker at February Rotary Club of Naples meeting.
• Attended monthly SWFL Press Club Luncheon and BOD meeting - February 8
Marketing
• 0188 – Campaign Expedia Assets – review and approve
• 0161 – FT24 Canada Carvertise Campaign – review and approve
• 1832 – HORA Miami Magazine Advertorial and FB Ad – March – Proof – review and approve
• 1793 – Meet the Artists – Web articles – review for final approval
• 0128 – FY24 Pickleball Program Ad proof
• 0135 – Arts & Culture Campaign DigDev – February E-blast – for review and approval
• 1616 – Meetings Escapes March – for review and approval
• 018 FY24 Spring Summer Hispanic Campaign – Telemundo – for review and approval
• 1834 FY24 International Germany Campaign Paid Search – for review and approval
• 1823 – FY24 International Campaign – UK Paid Search – for review and approval
• 1484 FY24 Always On Campaign – Leadme Eblast – for review and approval
• 1457 – FSAE Resource Guide Meetings Listing and FP Ad– for review and approval
• 1747 – Visit Florida Coop Prevue Advertorial and FP ad – for review and approval
• 1612 – Consumer Escapes – February – for review and approval
• 1852 – FY24 Meetings Campaign Paid Search Google AdWords – for review and approval
• 0131 – Chubb Classic Media Room signage – for review and approval
• 1691 2024 Florida Golf Alliance Quarterly Newsletter ad – for review and approval
• 1827 – Web articles update – for review
• GIP24 Digital FL Naples – carousel / Brand USA’s 2024 Global Inspiration program – review and
approve.
• Review and approve DigDev Eblast – Paradise Advertising
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• Visitor Guide – finalized and printed
• Preparations for March Threshold 360 Partner Webinar
• Reviewed photography assets for upcoming marketing campaigns.
• Supplied destination fact sheet and information to DiaMonde for IMM Germany tradeshow (23
appointments and VISIT USA Germany Media Breakfast (180 registered media representatives).
• Conversation with Team from AC Hotel assist with brand awareness and business for new hotel.
• Attended FRLA monthly meeting.
• Attended Kick-Off meeting for Priority-Based Budgeting Project – Collier County
Asset Fulfillment
• Jennifer King / TD Synnex – photo assets for event brochure and marketing materials.
• Carmen Kondra / Fraser & Hoyt Incentives – photo assets for client proposal.
Interim Director Transition Activities
• Continued operations for department including payroll, procurement, marketing, public
relations and HR responsibilities.
• Tourism Fulfillment RFP – continued review process
• Tourism Director interviews
• Review process for International Representative Agreements for TDC approval
• City of Marco Island Grant A request for funding for 3 capital projects- in contact with Casey
Lucius, City of Marco Island and Collier County legal team for review
• Briefed County Deputy Manager at weekly one-on-one meetings
• Call Center Services Contract Renewal – currently in the procurement process
News & Press Releases
• Jay Tusa Appointed as Tourism Director for Naples, Marco Island, Everglades CVB
• Gilbert III, Gonzalez and Lundberg Round Out 2024 Chubb Classic Field Via Today’s Monday
Qualifier
• Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Opens in Naples
• Celebrate Spring Break and Easter at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Tiburón
• Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Unveils Happyland, movie-themed Mini Golf
• Things to Do in Everglades City Florida on Your Next Trip - Thrillist
• 12 Of The Most Hospitable Small Towns In Florida
• Putting on the Ritz – Vanderbilt-Style, Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Florida
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DIGITAL, SOCIAL AND FILM
Buzzy Ford - Film Liaison, Digital & Social Media Coordinator
February 1 – 29, 2024
FEBRUARY SOCIAL MEDIA 2024
2023
LinkedIn LinkedIn Post Sent: 4
Engagements: 298
Followers Gained: 27
Impressions: 2,916
LinkedIn Post Sent: 11
Engagements: 194
Followers Gained: 11
Impressions: 2,921
Facebook Accounts (3)
Facebook Posts Sent: 29
Engagements: 51,337
Link Clicks: 22,475
New Fans: 126
Impressions: 2,201,527
Facebook Posts Sent: 42
Engagements: 72,981
Link Clicks: 18,069
New Fans: 255
Impressions: 2,699,449
Instagram
Instagram Media Sent: 22
Engagements: 1,819
Followers Gained: 280
Instagram Impressions: 4,302,305
Instagram Media Sent: 51
Engagements: 2,417
Followers Gained: 92
Instagram Impressions: 705,924
CrowdRiff 12k interactions and 49k views 9k interactions and 34k views
Threshold360 Engagement: 67.02%
Google Views: 966,538
Clicks: 5,094
Data not provided by the vendor.
Tasks
• Film Permitting (History Channel, Expedia, Trek Bicycle)
• Website article updates
• New website build editing
• Collect CHUBB Classic assets for social media posting
• Threshold 360 Project
• Generate TDC Monthly Meeting Agenda
• Assist IT with staff cell phone upgrades
• Social Media Monitoring / Content Meeting
• Write monthly Coastlines article
• Update partner listings & website articles
• Attend the First Tee 2024 event at Twin Eagles Country Club and gather content
• Update the “In the News” section, highlighting various destination coverage.
• Update website media center with various PR & publication initiatives
• Assist CVB Staff with applications & IT support
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TRAVEL TRADE SALES REPORT
Claudia Wood – Global Sales Manager
February 1 – 29, 2024
PERIOD AT A GLANCE
CY 2023 CY 2024
Number of Travel Agent Contacts
* 355
Number of Tour Operator
Contacts
80 40*
Number Trade Shows Attended 1 1
* We had different marketing initiatives in 2023
* The CVB only had one booth with one set of appointments this year, as we no longer marketing to
LATAM
Sales Activities
• Global sales attended the Florida Huddle annual tradeshow at the Miami Beach Convention
Center – Feb 4 – 6, 2024. Annette Eckhardt our German Representative and I conducted 40
appointments with Domestic, German, UK/Ireland, and Canada tour operators.
• Attended SKAL International board meeting Feb 20, 2024, and the membership meeting Feb 21,
2024.
• VAX – Vacation Access webinar Feb 29, 2024, that is part of our annual media buy through
Paradise. Presented to 184 participants and received all advisor contact information for our one-
pager follow up and to add to our database.
• VAX Webinar will be live on the VAX website OnDemand section for a year where 95% of US
advisors go for training.
• Confirmed Travel Weekly/Northstar Ambassador FAM for April 14 – 17, 2024.
• Received Questex marketing campaign report from Visit Florida. This was a 5-day email course
for travel advisors that ran December 15 – 19, 2023. We had 426 total registrants and 171
completions.
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Travel Agent Training Update
• Our travel agent training program has been replaced by TravPro, a much more user friendly and
mobile tool.
• Working with TravPro and Paradise in the creation and production of two chapters that will
include all our destination offerings.
• Expected launch date is mid-May and the travel advisors who complete our 2 chapters will be
certified as a “Paradise Coast Pro”.
International Reps Update
• Continue to manage the UK/Ireland and German/Europe office for their day-to-day needs.
Currently working on numerous co-op campaigns, tradeshows, and media posts.
• All appointments are requested for IPW May and booth design complete.
Upcoming Strategic Initiatives
• February and March – Branch UP campaign metrics in partnership with Visit Florida Canada.
• VF – Northstar Media buy preparations for April FAM and Webinar.
• Visit Florida Domestic Sales Mission to New York and Chicago April 1 – 5, 2024.
• Delta vacations training April 3.
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INTERNATIONAL REPS
UK & IRELAND REPS – OMMAC ACTIVITIES
February 1-29, 2024
UK and Ireland Market Update and Trends
● The 2024 spring Budget is set to take place on Wednesday 6 March. This outlines the
government's plans for raising or lowering taxes and sets out its spending commitments for
health, schools, police and other public services.
● For homeowners, data reveals the first annual rise in UK property prices since August, signalling
a potential recovery in the housing market.
● Spending growth through travel agents and airlines continues to outstrip almost all other
sectors over the past months. Agents saw growth of 8% and airlines 9.3% over December, with
transactions up by 10.8% and 17.7% respectively.
● The “vast majority” of consumers (84%) are prioritising travel within their personal budgets
despite macroeconomic issues, research by European OTA eDreams Diego shows. Cost
effectiveness remains the top priority for travellers across all age groups, with an average of
64% prioritising it in the UK and 55% globally.
● The latest Deloitte Consumer Trackers projects that holidays are likely to remain immune from a
reduction in non-essential consumer outlay in the current economic climate.
● Heathrow Airport, London (largest consumer Airport worldwide) is back in profit for the first
time since the pandemic, seeing a pre-tax profit of £38 million at the end of 2023.
● Value for money remains a conversation Kuoni travel experts are having with their clients even
in the premium travel arena.
● There is a huge interest in immersive travel this year and tour operators are seeing diversity in
terms of what people are booking so far, but with some clear trends emerging.
● Summer bookings are up. TUI UK's summer bookings are up 3%, with 41% of the programme
sold. TUI Group said summer 2024 'continues to be promising' with 32% of its entire programme
sold.
Marketing, Sales and Promotional Activity
● Outreach, collaboration and maintenance of UK & Ireland trade suppliers.
● We are engaged with tour operator and suppliers to create programmes which grow market
share and increase visitation into Florida’s paradise Coast.
● Following previous successful campaigns we aim to establish suitable proposals for
consideration and activate at the earliest date. Our aim is to achieve prominence and position
Florida’s Paradise Coast front of mind with both trade and consumer.
● Post Florida Huddle February 4-6, 2024, Miami – following up with individual attendees
regarding opportunities for coming year.
● North America Vacation Homes (NAVH) – UK tour operator aiming to increase their business
into Marco Island, homes and villas – seeing assistance with a management company.
● Charitable Travel – UK tour operator – assisting with the development of sustainability offerings
from the destination as they set up a new programme.
● IPW - May 3-7, 2024, assisting CVB with appointment selection for upcoming leading trade show
plus setting up travel arrangements.
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● Brand USA Travel Week - October, 2024, London – assisting CVB with communication regarding
this important trade show later this year.
● Paradise Advertising – reviewing the UK consumer media outreach campaign for later in
February, 2024
● Ocean Holidays – pre training meeting to discuss development within their programme
offerings. Updated on the destination new and refurbishes hotels and attractions. Agent training
planned for April 17,2024.
● CVB - we continue to work in alignment with the CVB to communicate our market performance
and results for year end and moving forward into 2024.
● Updates - industry updates included within our CVB weekly zoom meeting for planning and
reference – all noted above under market updates.
● Mailing House - completed request for new visitor guides from CVB for distribution of CVB
literature for consumer and trade requests.
Upcoming Strategic Initiatives and Events
● February – Visit Florida Travel Agents Easter competition - UK
● March 5, 2024 – Visit USA committee meeting Ireland – virtual
● March 13, 2024 – Visit USA committee meeting – London, UK
● April – Co-op marketing activity – UK
● April 17, 2024 – Ocean Holidays training, UK
● May 3-7, 2024 – IPW trade Show – LA, California
Public Relations and Communications Activity
Media Summary Trends
● Multi-generational travel has featured frequently in national titles, specifically around the health
benefits of multi-gen holidays, as well as preferred family getaway destinations.
PR Activity
● The team pitched three (3) stories themed on slow travel, theme parks and attractions, as well
as golf and sports travel.
● The team met with four (4) media to discuss Florida’s Paradise Coast, including Annabel
Grossman, Travel Editor at The Independent.
● Reviewing current Social Media outreach – with aim for integrate into central CVB key channels,
with less confusion for UK & Ireland consumers and trade and more productive and efficient
messaging.
● Sourced UK national press The Telegraph February 9, 2024 for article regarding George
Gershwin greatest Art Collection 1030s at Artist – Naples, The Baker Museum, Naples
Social Media Highlights - Facebook: Number of posts: 7 | Impressions: 1.8k
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PR Coverage
DATE PUBLICATION MEDIA TYPE JOURNALIST HEADLINE REACH EAV ($)
Feb. 1
National
Geographic
Traveller (March
Issue)
Print Alicia Miller
10 more low-impact
adventures - Kayak in
the Everglades
54,599 $2,819
Feb. 19 National
Geographic Online Alicia Miller 10 of the best low-
impact U.S. adventures 1,100,000 $27,720
Feb. 20 TTG Online Katherine
Masters
Three new offerings in
Florida's Paradise Coast 188,100 $4,740
Feb. 25
National
Geographic
Traveller
Newsletter
Newsletter Alicia Miller 10 of the best low-
impact U.S. adventures 42,000 $1,058
TOTAL (4) 1,384,699 $36,337
*EAV means Equivalent Ad Value and is a standard used to evaluate the value of earned media
placements (Earned Media is a placement achieved through PR efforts while Paid Media is an ad
that is paid for and placed in a publication through advertising)
Coverage Highlights
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Monthly Sales & Marketing Activities
DACH & BeNeLux Markets
February 1 - 29, 2024
Prepared by DiaMonde e.K., Annette Eckhardt, Senior Account Manager
FORECAST MARCH
• Attendance at IMM Germany on Mar 4 and ITB Berlin from Mar. 5-7
• Attendance at B2B trainings sessions of DER Touristik “Talk & dine” in 3 German cities from Mar 18-
22
SUMMARY OF ACHIEVEMENTS
• Attendance at Florida Huddle in Miami from Feb. 4-6 & personal site visit in the destination from
Jan. 31- Feb. 3
• Confirmation of our B2C luxury campaign w. German radio station Klassikradio, Edeltravel, TPA and
the Keys
• Final preparation of our attendance at IMM Berlin (media event) on March 4 and ITB 2024 from Mar
5-7
• Final preparations of our attendance at B2B events of DER Touristik “Talk & dine” in 3 German cities
from Mar 18-22
• Execution of our of B2C online marketing campaign with TourConsult
• Confirmation of our participation at the luxury roadshow “Unique Moments” on Jun. 27 and Jul. 4
• Finalization of our B2C campaign with CRD, Sarasota, FLL and the Keys
• Confirmation of our sales call trip to Zurich from Apr. 23-25
SALES ACTIVITIES – B2B & B2C
o Doets Reizen, Dustin Daanen, USA, Netherlands (Florida Huddle 2024)
- selling the Naples Bay Hotel, average stay in our region: 3 nights
- gave a hotel and product update - was interested especially in the new hotels and Naples Princess
- Florida business is doing good. Their main destinations are MIA, MCO and TPA
o Urlaubspiraten.de, Christian Laleike, Senior Key Account Manager DACH (Florida Huddle 2024)
- Part of HolidayPirates Group
- planning a huge campaign w. Visit Florida, over 2 mi Facebook followers
- RSW and Bradenton did standalone partners on the past
CANUSA TOURISTIK GmbH & Co. KG, Alex Wirsum, Marketing Manager, Germany (Florida Huddle)
- Gave Karin hotel- and destination update and discuss further planning for her site visit in the
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- Their numbers to Paradise Coast are further increasing, she is happy with our marketing campaigns
- Confirmed an ITB appointment with her.
o DER Touristik Suisse AG, Kuoni Reisen, Carmen Gamper, Team Lead Service Center, Switzerland
- Confirmed an inhouse training for reservation staff of Swiss tour operator Kuoni Reisen in Zurich on
Apr. 23
Expedia Group Media Solutions, Mario Retzerau, Senior Business Development Manager DACH,
Germany
- Provided a detailed 2023 business report and forecast 2024 for Paradise Coast. Please see details in
the addendum.
MARKETING ACTIVITIES
o TUI Deutschland GmbH, Product Management North America, Sonja Rabba, Germany
Hold a conference call with Sonja Rabba who will be new Product Manager Florida starting on Mar 1.
TUI is planning a travel agent fam to Florida in June and Naples is part of the itinerary. The group (16
agents plus 2 escorts) will be arriving in MIA and departing from TPA. Sonja will be taking care of the
accommodation and asked for our contact of LaPlaya, Inn on 5th and was interested in the AC Naples
Hotel. they are planning to be in Naples June 3-4 before heading to Fort Myers (not confirmed by
now) and TPA. She will be interested to add Wootens and a sunset cruise on June 3 and would like to
plan in 2 site inspections in Naples. Linda Menshon of Opal Collection offered her an industry rate of
USD 199 ++ per room/night and Naples Princess offered comp. for the sightseeing cruise and will
charge only the food approx. USD 45 pp. Sonja will reviews and go back to us. We have confirmed an
appointment for ITB 2024 with her.
o CANUSA TOURISTIK GmbH & Co. KG, Alex Wirsum, Marketing Manager, Germany
Approved our ad including our logo and Everglades image and travel package which will be published
at GEO Magazine on Mar. 15.
o TourConsult International, Andreas Fraissl, Owner, Germany
Confirmed the marketing cooperation with him on 01/25 after receiving the acknowledgement of
Claudia Cianfero-Wood. The new lead product is online since Feb 20 – please see below link:
7 Tage Naples Special inkl. Everglades Eco Kayak Tour » (tourconsult.com) and the new informercial
page as well: Naples, Marco Island - Florida » (tourconsult.com). Andreas will be sending out his
newsletter beginning of March to further promote the new travel package.
o Fairflight Touristik GmbH, Kristian Lehmann, General Manager, Germany
Confirmed an inhouse training for Fairflight staff on March 18. Sarasota and FLL will also presenting
their destinations. Kristin has also forwarded the report of the two B2C travel shows we attended in
January. Please see details in the addendum.
o Faszination Fernweh, Sandra Kätsch, CEO, Germany
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Approved our social media posts and the blog post of our luxury campaign with Faszination Fernweh.
o Edeltravel Luxusreisen GmbH, Cosima Timmermann, Head of Marketing, Germany
Secured Edeltravel as luxury tour operator partner for our planned promotion with Klassik Radio.
Edeltravel will create a luxury travel package including the three attending destinations Keys, Tampa
and Naples.
The travel package will be published on a new landing page for this tour, and they will promote the
tour on their newsletter and on their social media channels.
DER Touristik GmbH, Katja Wagner, Product Manager & Team Leader Hotels USA, Germany
Escorted Katja, Wagner, Senior Product Manager USA of German tour operator DER Touristik during
her site visit in the destination from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2. We visited 13 hotels and sunset cruise with
Double Sunshine. Katja enjoyed her time in the destination very much and received a great update on
the hotels and region which will help to improve and develop more product to their program. We will
meet Katja again at IPW.
MEDIA / PR / COMMUNICATIONS ACTIVITIES
o Euro Klassik GmbH , Manuel del la Rosa, Senior Key Account
German radio station Klassikradio plans a special week on “Dreamy Destinations” and they contacted
DiaMonde because our well-known luxury portfolio. The demographics of their audience fits very well
into our target group of the well-educated, travel experienced travelers with over-average income.
DiaMonde has been also able to win Visit Tampa Bay and the Florida Keys and luxury tour operator
Edeltravel for this great promotion. Mid of April they plan a special broadcasting of the “Dreamy
Destinations” week and in total there are 3 episodes (interview/moderation mix) planned with 2 daily
broadcasting for one week. A reach of 2.8 mio
listeners are forecasted. Besides the destinations, there will be a newly created travel package
including the three destinations be promoted and a placement on the landing page links to our
package and the newly created landing page of Edeltravel (41.8 k visitors/month). Edeltravel will be
also including the travel package (TPA, Paradise Coast, The Keys) in their newsletter (10.2 k luxury
clients). The inclusion on the website and in the newsletter will guarantee a great call-to-action and
Edeltravel can easily report room nights after the campaign. Destination Florida is one of the growing
destinations for luxury. Edeltravel and so far they offer only Palm Beach, Miami and Orlando but are
looking for extensions on the West Coast. Cost share is EUR 3800 (USD 4.098,22 depending on the
exchange rate). Cianfero-Wood approved this opportunity on Feb. 13. The broadcasting will be taking
place Apr. 15-20.
o fvw Medien Gruppe, Verlag Dieter Niedecken GmbH, Holger Jacobs, Editor-in-Chief bei FVW
Mediengruppe Corporate Publishing, Germany
Shared the Florida report of Holger Jacobs, editor-in-chief of Germany´s leading trade publication
“fvw” who has attended this year’s Florida Huddle. As a result of his attendance at the show and at
the Visit Florida media tours he created an overall report on destination Florida which is now
published online.
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Paradise Coast with an update on our hotel developments is part of the Gulf Coast article. Please see
below link:
https://www.fvw.de/touristik/destination/floridas-neue-angebote-teil-3-golfkueste-sieht-sich-als-
ideales-ziel-fuer-deutsche-gaeste-240775
Luxury campaign with VF, Luxusinsider and Feinreisen
As part of our B2C luxury campaign, Luxusinsider sent out the standalone Paradise Coast Spotlight
newsletter on Feb 29. Please click here for the review.
Paradise Coast has been allocated a series of 7 x Facebook activity posts on the German
Paradise Coast Facebook Page (16,1k Followers). Overall reach for Feb 1-28 is 11,088 with an
increase of + 116% compared to Jan. Please see sample screenshot below:
Naples, Marco Island & Everglades has been allocated 6x Facebook post on our German B2B
Paradise Coast Facebook Page (369 Followers). Please see following screenshot.
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EVENTS
Florida Huddle, Feb 4-6
Annette Eckhardt, Senior Account Manager of DiaMonde attended Florida Huddle in Miami and
joined the confirmed appointments for Paradise Coast together with Claudia Cianfero-Wood.
f.r.e.e. Munich, Feb 19-22
Paradise Coast participated with brochure distribution though Visit USA Germany at Southern
Germanys leading travel B2C show in Munich from Feb. 19-22. A total of 140,000 visitors attended
the show which is a great result and visitation numbers recovered back to pre-Covid numbers. All
our brochures were distributed during the 4 days of the show.
ADDENDUM
Clipping Report, February 2024
Expedia 2023 report & 2024 forecast
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PARADISE COAST SPORTS COMPLEX (PCSC) – STAFF REPORT
Marissa Baker – Sports Complex Manager with Collier County
Reporting Period: January (Financials) & February 1 – 29, 2024 Events
PCSC General
• United Soccer League (USL) Agreement approved at the January 9, 2024, BCC Meeting and the
USL team will start play in March of 2025.
• The month of February: Jazz on the Lawn, Superbowl Watch Party, Weston Cup, Winter Classic
Lacrosse event and numerous local programming groups such as Collier County Public Schools,
Seacrest, Naples United, Azzurri storm utilizing the facility Monday – Thursday!
• Events in March: Legends Concert series, Adult Kickball Tournament, Trilogy Spring Training,
Humane Society 5k, Columbia D1 Lacrosse Game, with Local Programming continuing to use the
facility Monday – Thursday and weekends as available!
PCSC January Financials
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PCSC Marketing Strategy - 2024
• Mix of paid marketing strategies and community involvement.
• Paid local marketing to drive revenue for The Cove, Factory, Custom Threads and Events.
• Attendance at major sporting conventions to enhance our presence on a national scale and
build a ‘waiting list’ of event organizers and develop prospects for the future diamond fields.
• Creation of a “Sports Tourist” guide to Collier County featuring access to local attractions,
beaches, and excursions.
• Engage with commerce groups to encourage B2B sales, host events and leverage PCSC as a
stimulus revenue driver for the local business community.
PCSC Maintenance
The two most requested amenities at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex continue to be a playground
and additional shade.
• Playground – Agreement with GWL that states the organization will match Collier County in up
to $200,000 to build an amenity.
• Shade – More shade is coming in phase 3 – field 9 with a pavilion structure covering the field.
We have some projects that are in process
• FPL Sports Lighting
- Sand Volleyball courts in process
• Facility Restrooms – Flooring
- Restroom floors, paint is coming up; redo floors in restrooms to sealed concrete
• Bird Management
- Creating maintenance issues for the staff
- Going to go through RFP process
• Gate
- Install cattle gate on N side of complex to help with traffic control during events and closing
the facility in the evenings.
• The Factory Flooring
- Repair; current flooring is bubbling up due to heat and water exposure.
• Beach Volleyball Netting
- To request quotes using the small GC contract to install netting behind beach volleyball
courts as balls going into the lake is becoming a problem now that the courts are being
programmed often.
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04/16/2024
COLLIER COUNTY
Collier County Tourist Development Council
Item Number: 12.A
Doc ID: 28452
Item Summary: Next Meeting Date - May 21, 2024
Meeting Date: 04/16/2024
Prepared by:
Title: Administrative Assistant – Tourism
Name: Jennifer Leslie
03/29/2024 12:32 PM
Submitted by:
Title: – Tourism
Name: Jay Tusa
03/29/2024 12:32 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Tourism Jennifer Leslie Tourism Division Completed 03/29/2024 12:32 PM
Tourism John Melleky Tourism Review Completed 03/29/2024 12:56 PM
Tourism Sandra Rios Tourism Review Completed 03/29/2024 1:12 PM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson OMB Completed 04/01/2024 9:55 AM
County Manager's Office Geoffrey Willig CMO Analyst Completed 04/01/2024 4:16 PM
Tourism Jay Tusa Other Reviewer Completed 04/03/2024 1:35 PM
Tourism Jennifer Leslie Tourism Director Review Skipped 04/01/2024 4:07 PM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Attorney Review Completed 04/03/2024 3:37 PM
Tourist Development Council Paul Beirnes Meeting Pending 04/16/2024 9:00 AM
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