Chrissy Dawson, Destination Marketing Organization In-Market Engagement Agency (DMO IMEA), Program Manager, joins Talley Management Group with extensive experience in destination marketing and event management. She has driven significant economic development through strategic tourism and convention sales initiatives. Her roles as Account Sales Manager at the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority and Visit Charlotte, and as Executive Director at the Wabasha-Kellogg Area Chamber of Commerce & Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, have honed her skills in enhancing destination recognition, developing strategic partnerships, and orchestrating impactful community and client events.

Chrissy holds a Bachelor of Science in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management from the University of Wisconsin-Stout, with an emphasis on Meeting and Convention Planning. Her educational background is complemented by minors in Business Administration and Speech Communication, equipping her with a robust foundation for her career in managing complex event logistics and strategic destination marketing.

Outside of her professional life, you can find her exploring new restaurants in Charlotte’s booming culinary scene, trying new recipes at home, reading, and spending time with her husband and dogs.