Date and Time
Wednesday Jun 4, 2025
Time TBD: Happy Hour & Networking
Time TBD: Buffet Dinner, Presentations, 2025 Tourism Awards
Location
Louisville Landing Recreation
829 State Highway 131
Massena, NY 13662
Fees/Admission
TBD
Contact Information
Kathryn Puleo, Tourism & Events Manager
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Description
2025 STLC TOURISM DINNER
ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY, LIFE UNDISCOVERED
Save The Date! Registration Open Spring 2025.
The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce will host a celebration of the tourism industry in the County providing an opportunity to recognize and reward excellence, encourage the highest standard in visitor experience, and emphasize the value of the tourism sector. Celebrations will take place at Louisville Landing Recreation in Massena, on Wednesday, June 4. Time TBD.
The theme of the dinner will be "Tourism at Home" and how tourism positively effects the quality of life for St. Lawrence County residents, including upcoming tourism initiatives from The Chamber.
Tourism Expert & Consultant, Josiah Brown will be this year's Key Note Speaker to educate and inspire STLC businesses and residents on the impacts of tourism,
The evening will kick-off with happy hour and networking, followed by a buffet dinner, presentations and awards. All industry partners encouraged to attend and benefit from the impact that tourism brings to St. Lawrence County!
Event registration required. Regional tourism businesses, partners & supporters, check back here in spring 2025 for registration details!
PRESENTATIONS
Keynote Speaker | Josiah Brown, The New York Sherpa
Josiah Brown from Famous Destination Marketing, Inc. will take you through the rapidly evolving landscape of destination advocacy.
STLC Tourism Promotion Initiatives | STLC Chamber Staff
Tif Amo, Director of Tourism & Kathryn Puleo, Tourism & Events Manager
Learn how the STLC Tourism team promotes the county year-round, discover upcoming projects, and how YOU can get involved and become a tourism advocate!
The STLC Chamber is the designated Tourism Promotion Agent for St. Lawrence County. In this role, their dedicated tourism team works closely with I Love New York and the New York State Matching Funds Program, along with engaging in active partnership with the Adirondack Regional Tourism Council and the Thousand Islands International Tourism Council in order to showcase St. Lawrence County to visitors in New York State and surrounding US states as well as throughout bordering areas of Canada.
2025 STLC TOURISM AWARDS
Nominations will open in late winter/early spring 2025.
'Best to the Guest' Tourism Excellence Award
This award is presented to the individual, business or organization that has been recognized for providing an excellent guest experience. Customer service, unique offerings, and attention to detail make this awardee stand out in the industry. Restaurants, guides, lodging, and attractions will be recognized based on referral reputation in the community and online reviews from guests.
Best Destination Marketing Initiative Award
This award is presented for the most outstanding tourism marketing campaign or initiative to raise awareness and attract visitors to St. Lawrence County. New programs, bundling of experiences and multi-media communication delivered with creativity, innovation, production quality and effectiveness will be recognized.
PAST AWARDEES
‘Best to the Guest’ Tourism Excellence Awards
2016: Clarkson Inn
2017: Robideau’s Mahogany Ridge
2018: Jake’s on the Water
2019: Nicandri Nature Center
2022: North Country Children’s Museum
2023: Sherman Inn
2024: Otto's Abode
Best Destination Marketing Initiative
2016: Hammond Barn Quilt Trail
2017: Mare’s Ware’s Arts Fest
2018: Waddington Party in the Park: Bassmaster Elite Series
2019: Ogdensburg International Airport
2022: TAUNY
2023: Explore Massena / Fish Massena
2024: SLC Arts / North Country Arts Festival
SPONSORSHIPS
Looking to market to tourism business leaders? We are looking for a sponsor to highlight for our Happy Hour! If interested in becoming a sponsor, email Tif Amo at Tif@SLCchamber.org
