Staff
The Tourism Development Department encompasses a broad range of programs and responsibilities related to growing Oregon's Tourism & Hospitality Industry. The following staff comprise the Tourism Development Department.
(For a complete Travel Oregon staff list, click here.)
Scott West
Scott@TravelOregon.com503.378.8854
Chief Strategy Officer
Responsibilities:
- Strategic industry direction and proactive leadership
- Oregon Tourism & Hospitality Industry Consortium
- Tourism Development Department management
- [Interim] Operations Department management
Carole Astley
Carole@TravelOregon.com503.378.8853
Industry Relations Manager
Responsibilities:
- Oregon Governor's Conference on Tourism
- Matching Grants Program
- Educational & professional development
- "Q" Customer Service Training Program
- State Welcome Centers
Kristin Dahl
Kristin@TravelOregon.com503.378.2104
Tourism Development & Sustainability Manager
Responsibilities:
- Niche product development
- Strategic community tourism planning/technical assistance
- Sustainable tourism program development
- Sustainable practices for Travel Oregon
Jeff Hampton
Jeff@TravelOregon.com503.378.8864
Policy & Research Manager
Responsibilities:
- Government relations
- Policy research, development, and communications
- Management of research projects and data
Patti Kileen
Patti@TravelOregon.com503.378.8854
Tourism Development Coordinator
Responsibilities:
- Chief Strategy Officer's administrative support
- Coordination of department projects
Michelle Westerberg
MichelleW@TravelOregon.com503.378.6090
Tourism Development Assistant
Responsibilities:
- Matching Grants Program
- Governor's Conference on Tourism
- Industry communications
- Niche product development