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Explore Gwinnett: Tourism, Film, Sports, and Outdoor Adventures.

Today's episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series takes us to Gwinnett County in Georgia as we chat with Lisa Anders, the Chief Operating Officer of Explore Gwinnett. And Cameron Trice will take us on a tour of the Explore Gwinnett website.

Gwinnett County is Located a short drive northeast of downtown Atlanta and boasts a growing reputation for international food and culture and a growing craft beer and brewery scene. Lisa shares insights and experiences from her 29-year career in the tourism industry and the excitement of leading a team that has been turning Gwinnett County into a premier destination for the arts, sports, and more.

DISCUSSION TOPICS

Lisa's Background

• Experience in the tourism industry.
• Evolution of Explore Gwinnett.

Explore Gwinnett

• Gwinnett's role and initiatives.
• The significance of local tourism and regional visitors.

Gwinnett as a Tourist Destination

• Challenges and strategies for promoting Gwinnett separately from Atlanta.
• Making Gwinnett a tourism hotspot.
• Visitor Demographics.

Local Marketing and Community Engagement

• Importance of internal marketing to residents.
• Programs aimed to educate and engage residents.

Outdoor Activities in Gwinnett

• Parks and recreational activities.
• Popular hiking trails.
• Accessibility features for outdoor activities.

Event Promotion in Gwinnett

• Burger Week.
• Focus on local and small businesses.

Culinary and Cultural Offerings

• Gwinnett's diverse food scene, particularly Korean influences.
• "Soul of the South" food tour and its popularity.

Explore Gwinnett Website Tour (Led by Cameron Trice)

• Browse through guides, events, and food & drink options.
• Official calendar of events for planning visits.

Film and TV Production

• The film and television industry's presence.
• Economic impact and community engagement in film.

CONNECT WITH EXPLORE GWINNETT

To see everything Gwinnett County has to offer, visit their website at https://www.exploregwinnett.org and follow their social media channels for the latest updates and travel inspiration:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/exploregwinnett

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exploregwinnett/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gwinnett-convention-&-visitors-bureau/

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KEYWORDS

Explore Gwinnett, DuluthGA, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast

#ExploreGwinnett #DuluthGA #OutdoorAdventures #Podcast 

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