Mark Calitri: Visit Owensboro Leadership Momentum (2023–Present)

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Mark Calitri: Visit Owensboro Leadership Momentum (2023–Present)

 

 

These years showcase Owensboro’s rise as one of Kentucky’s fastest-growing tourism markets.

From new sports events and expanded festivals to national publicity and record visitor spending, Owensboro continues gaining attention across the region and beyond.

 

This page highlights major stories from 2023 to the present for readers searching for Mark Calitri, Visit Owensboro, or Owensboro tourism.

 

 

 

 

2023

 

 

Owensboro named one of the Top 10 Christmas Towns in America (Travel + Leisure)

https://www.travelandleisure.com/best-christmas-towns-in-america-6898512

 

Visit Owensboro launches the “Bring It Home” initiative to attract local conferences and events

https://www.owensborotimes.com/news/2023/01/visit-owensboro-launches-bring-it-home-initiative/

 

ACO Worlds selects Owensboro again, boosting national visibility

https://visitowensboro.com/2023/02/aco-worlds-returning-to-owensboro/

 

Owensboro tourism records one of its strongest financial years post-pandemic

https://www.owensborotimes.com/news/2023/05/owensboro-tourism-reports-strongest-year/

 

Visit Owensboro announces new partnership with Holiday World for summer travel promotion

https://visitowensboro.com/2023/06/holiday-world-partnership-expands-summer-tourism/

 

Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame expands tourism footprint with national PBS exposure

https://www.owensborotimes.com/entertainment/2023/08/bluegrass-hall-of-fame-national-spotlight/

 

Owensboro Sports Commission collaboration brings new youth basketball and volleyball weekends

https://www.owensborotimes.com/sports/2023/03/new-youth-tournaments-boost-hotel-stays/

 

Visit Owensboro marketing campaigns recognized with statewide awards

https://visitowensboro.com/2023/11/visit-owensboro-marketing-awards-recognized/

 

 

 

 

2024

 

 

Owensboro wins three statewide Kentucky Travel Industry Association Traverse Awards

https://www.kentuckytourism.com/ktia-traverse-awards-2024

 

Visit Owensboro secures major tournaments for new sports facilities

https://www.owensborotimes.com/sports/2024/02/owensboro-secures-new-sports-tournaments/

 

Illuminate Owensboro draws record holiday crowds and media coverage

https://visitowensboro.com/2024/12/illuminate-owensboro-record-attendance/

 

Owensboro earns national attention from ESPN-style feature on Bluegrass and BBQ tourism

https://www.owensborotimes.com/life/2024/04/national-feature-highlights-owensboro-travel-scene/

 

Visit Owensboro launches new digital marketing strategy across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube

https://visitowensboro.com/2024/07/visit-owensboro-launches-new-digital-strategy/

 

ROMP Festival receives national recognition for tourism and economic impact

https://www.owensborotimes.com/entertainment/2024/06/romp-festival-earns-national-recognition/

 

 

 

 

2025 (Early Coverage)

 

 

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Owensboro named one of Kentucky’s fastest-growing sports tourism cities

https://www.owensborotimes.com/sports/2025/01/owensboro-fast-growing-sports-market/

 

Visit Owensboro expands sports tourism strategy with new partnerships

https://visitowensboro.com/2025/01/new-sports-tourism-partnerships-launched/


Update:
The Winning Leadership Playbook™: The Pete Rose Way — Hustle, Heart, and High-Performance is now available at the Daviess County Public Library in Owensboro, Kentucky. This leadership book focuses on practical application—accountability, team culture, consistency, and performance standards that translate beyond sports into business and everyday leadership.

Read more:
https://markcalitriofficial.blogspot.com/2026/05/the-winning-leadership-playbook-lands.html

 

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