Huntington's Tourism Opportunities - Huntington Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
This week, we explore the growing impact of tourism on local businesses with Anna Adkins, Director of Sales & Marketing for the Huntington Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB). As West Virginia ramps up efforts to attract visitors through statewide initiatives, Anna shares how the Huntington CVB is working to position the city as a key destination.
We discuss how local businesses can benefit from Huntington's role in the state’s tourism push, the CVB’s strategies for promoting the area, and the exciting opportunities for growth in hospitality, events, and more. Anna also discusses how businesses can partner with the CVB to maximize their visibility and engagement with tourists.
We discuss how local businesses can benefit from Huntington's role in the state’s tourism push, the CVB’s strategies for promoting the area, and the exciting opportunities for growth in hospitality, events, and more. Anna also discusses how businesses can partner with the CVB to maximize their visibility and engagement with tourists.
Creators and Guests
Host
Reeves Kirtner
Reeves Kirtner is a proud native of Huntington, West Virginia, where he continues to call home. He serves as the vice president and co-owner of Kindred Communications, a dynamic multimedia company boasting six radio stations, nine signals, and a diverse range of services including digital marketing, event coordination, and print publishing. Reeves enjoys reading both fiction and non-fiction, as well as a deep love for music. He's often found enjoying live shows, especially those involving Oasis, the Grateful Dead and Blink 182. Beyond his professional endeavors, Reeves is blessed to share his journey with his wife, Bethany, and three incredible children. A 2004 graduate of Marshall University, Huntington has shaped Reeves in more ways than he can count. He takes great pride in contributing to his community through his work at Kindred Communications and in his personal life. Reeves volunteers on the boards of the Cabell County Schools Foundation, the Marshall University Alumni Association, the Marshall Quarterback Club, and the West Virginia Broadcasters Association. Guided by the values of family, a deep-seated love for music, and a commitment to forging meaningful connections, Reeves approaches each day with purpose and dedication.
