Tourism Kelowna has announced that, after a comprehensive search that drew in numerous applications from all over the country, they have appointed a new President and CEO.
Lisanne Ballantyne will be joining the Tourism Kelowna team on October 30th, and is bringing with her a seasoned background in senior leadership experience that spans tourism, economic development, major events, marketing, and more.
“Our CEO recruitment efforts drew talented candidates from far and wide,” said Daniel Bibby, Chair of Tourism Kelowna’s Board of Directors. “The Board recommended Ms. Ballantyne based on her broad range of experience and proven record in delivering economic impact, remarkable growth and operational excellence. We are looking forward to the organization continuing to deliver impressive results, and further positioning Kelowna and area as a must-visit destination.”
Ballantyne was previously the General Manager of Edmonton’s Shaw Conference Centre, a facility that hosts more than 650 events, welcomes half a million guests and generates $45 million in economic activity each year.
“I am delighted to be joining the Tourism Kelowna team. This is a privileged opportunity to build on the legacy of excellent work that generated a sixty percent increase in the number of annual visitors to the region,” said Ballantyne. “We have such a unique and exceptional visitor experience to offer. Together with our industry partners we will move forward to leverage the extraordinary tourism potential of Kelowna and the Central Okanagan.”
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