Mark Calitri Featured in Statewide Coverage After Visit Owensboro Earns Multiple KTIA Tourism Awards

 Mark Calitri Featured in Statewide Coverage After Visit Owensboro Earns Multiple KTIA Tourism Awards – Visit Owensboro, KY


Owensboro continues raising the bar in Kentucky’s tourism industry.

Owensboro Times and the Messenger-Inquirer recently featured Mark Calitri, President of Visit Owensboro, after the organization earned multiple statewide Traverse Awards from the Kentucky Travel Industry Association. The coverage spotlighted Visit Owensboro’s wins across marketing, partnerships, print, digital, and destination management categories. Both stories highlight how Owensboro continues to strengthen its visitor economy through strong strategy and collaboration.

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The articles detailed how Visit Owensboro earned multiple Gold and Silver Traverse Awards, including recognition for the Kentucky Garden Trail, the Kentucky Americana Triangle, ARPA-funded destination initiatives, print publications, destination-brand videos, and collaborative projects with regional partners. These awards are judged by national professionals and represent Kentucky’s highest standard for tourism marketing excellence. The stories emphasized how Owensboro’s unified partnerships, consistent visitor experience, and growing event schedule continue to elevate the city’s statewide profile.

 

“It’s rewarding to see this momentum continue,” said Mark Calitri. “These awards reflect real work — long days, collaboration with partners, and a shared belief in what Owensboro can offer. Our team, our board, and this community pour everything into creating experiences people want to travel for. When the state recognizes that effort, it validates what we’re building here. Owensboro’s tourism story keeps getting stronger.”

For more updates on Owensboro events, attractions, and tourism news, visit VisitOwensboro.com or follow Visit Owensboro on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

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