Millie is a results-driven leader with extensive experience in partnership development and sales within the tourism industry. Throughout her career, Millie has led innovative strategies that significantly boosted economic impact and strengthened regional partnerships. She is also a co-founder of the Women in Sports Tourism Collective, an initiative focused on networking, mentorship, and community-building within the industry.
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An active member of several boards and committees, Millie has served with organizations such as Sports ETA, Connect Sports, and Destinations International. Her innovative contributions to destination sales and marketing were recently recognized with inclusion in Destinations International’s 2024 30 Under 30, a Sports ETA Rising Star nomination, and a Top Ten Best Supplier Appointments honor, voted on by sporting event organizers at the 2023 Connect Sports Marketplace. Millie is currently pursuing her Certified Destination Management Executive (CDME) credential through Destinations International.
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Outside of her professional achievements, Millie is a passionate mountain enthusiast—an avid marathon runner, hiker, and skier—constantly seeking new adventures in the great outdoors. Her love for sports and active living fuels her commitment to advancing sports tourism and building lasting partnerships. Millie is excited to bring her passion and expertise to Discover Klamath, where she is dedicated to enhancing the region’s tourism efforts and promoting Klamath County as a vibrant destination for both visitors and residents.

Mia recently relocated to Klamath from North Carolina and is eager to bring a fresh perspective to the community. Before making the cross-country move, she successfully operated her own full-service marketing agency,
specializing in social media marketing for businesses of all sizes.

With experience across a wide range of industries, Mia has a particular passion for tourism. She served on the Board of Directors for the Rutherford County, NC Tourism Development Authority for four years, where she played an integral role in the Marketing Committee. Her contributions helped modernize the organization’s marketing strategies, enhancing its reach and impact

Mia holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and Creative Writing from UNC Charlotte and an Associate of Arts from Isothermal Community College. She is passionate about helping businesses discover innovative ways to grow and connect with their audiences. She thrives in creative, collaborative environments and is excited to apply her experience to help Klamath businesses and organizations enhance their marketing strategies in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Marissa is an experienced event planner and marketing assistant with a deep commitment to fostering growth in her hometown. As a valued team member of Discover Klamath, she brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles, including serving as the Membership Coordinator for the local Chamber of Commerce, where she worked closely with local businesses and the communities Leadership.

Passionate about supporting local businesses and organizations, Marissa is dedicated to creating vibrant community experiences. In her role with a tourism organization, she plays a key part in promoting the area’s events and attractions. A former preschool teacher, she combines her love for education and community building in everything she does.

When she's not working, Marissa is a proud mom raising three boys in the very community she was raised in, and she is deeply invested in the future of the region. She is excited to continue working alongside other local leaders to enhance Klamath County and make it a thriving hub for both residents and visitors.

Discover Klamath Visitor and Contention Bureau
205 Riverside Drive, Suite B
Klamath Falls, Oregon 97601