Destination marketing is the best - and we're on a mission: to deliver Good News to our listeners in an authentic way! Join Caleb as he welcomes destination marketing experts to talk about fun and exciting campaigns, career growth, and shines a light on happy moments to rev up your week.
Give Me Some Good News
Claim This Podcastby Caleb Sullivan, PDM TMP
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Podcast Overview
Destination marketing is the best - and we're on a mission: to deliver Good News to our listeners in an authentic way! Join Caleb as he welcomes destination marketing experts to talk about fun and exciting campaigns, career growth, and shines a light on happy moments to rev up your week.
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July 20, 2026
Episode 40: Friendship First: Leadership, Mentorship & Building Better Destinations with Megan Buchbinder
<p>In this episode of Give Me Some Good News, Caleb sits down with Megan Buchbinder, Executive Vice President of Marketing & Strategy at Wilmington and Beaches CVB, for a conversation that goes far beyond marketing campaigns and media plans.</p><p>Together, they explore the importance of relationship-driven leadership, mentorship, community collaboration, and the power of authentic connections in the tourism industry. Megan shares what it's been like stepping into a leadership role at one of North Carolina's most beloved destinations, lessons learned during her first year, and why some of the best ideas in tourism come from small, scrappy destination organizations.</p><p>The conversation also dives into mentorship, building trust with stakeholders, creating a culture of ownership, and why friendship often comes before business in the travel industry.</p><p>Plus, Megan shares some exciting good news about Wilmington's upcoming destination rebrand and reflects on the "pinch me" moments that make a career in tourism so rewarding.</p>
July 16, 2026
Good News from TTRA | Kelby Bosshardt – Building Something That Lasts
<p>Recorded live at the 2026 TTRA Annual International Conference in Greenville, South Carolina, this episode of Give Me Some Good News features a candid conversation with <strong>Kelby Bosshardt, CTO & Co-Founder of Datafy</strong>.</p><p>Kelby shares the origin story behind Datafy—from consulting work in rural destination development to identifying a critical gap in tourism data accessibility and affordability. What started as a simple problem-solving mindset evolved into a technology company built to help destinations better understand and activate their data.</p><p>In this conversation, we go beyond the startup story and into the realities of entrepreneurship in the tourism industry—what it really takes to build a company from scratch, the challenges of scaling through uncertainty, and the lessons learned from navigating COVID, rapid industry change, and evolving technology.</p><p>Kelby also reflects on the importance of relationships, competition, and staying customer-focused in an increasingly complex and data-driven tourism landscape. From AI and geolocation shifts to the future of destination analytics, this episode explores where tourism technology is headed—and what founders need to know to keep up.</p><p>This is a conversation about resilience, innovation, and the mindset required to turn ideas into lasting impact.</p>
July 13, 2026
Episode 39: Making the Most of Destinations International Annual Convention with Julie Dennett
<p>Whether you're attending your first Destinations International Annual Convention or your fifteenth, this episode is your guide to getting the most out of the industry's biggest gathering.</p><p><br></p><p>Caleb sits down with Julie Dennett, Senior Vice President of Membership Engagement at Destinations International, to discuss how attendees can maximize their conference experience—from building meaningful relationships and choosing the right sessions to turning inspiration into action back home. They also explore why community is at the heart of DI, how first-time attendees can feel welcome, and the trends shaping the future of destination organizations.</p><p><br></p><p>If you're heading to Portland—or simply want to become a better tourism leader—this episode is packed with practical advice to help you make every conversation count. </p><p><br></p><p>Register for Give Me Some Good News Karaoke in Portland here: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/safety/go/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnkd%2Ein%2Fekp_yyAv&urlhash=ZOY4&mt=fbwexe3F5LGILxs_jXULTLjmLy8NCrzVISO2aG9RnHCoAX-1LwckfHOpSPqHrRzE3JZNaR_WTywNHVI1eot_IgdWJ0vd7NbwzQSEhdVlv8Rgc1_z83IPzB7IbQ&isSdui=true" target="_blank"><strong>https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfI1f-_KNpe2EwQServfYKU-4NHyxSqVwyMS2MTrzEgzfmzqQ/viewform</strong></a></p>
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