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For Immediate Release: June 12, 2007
Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau Names Wendy Haase Director of Public Relations and Megan Sweeney as Communication Specialist
Huntington Beach, Calif., June 12, 2007—The Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau, in its efforts to further market the destination, has named Wendy Haase the new director of public relations and Megan Sweeney the new communication specialist.
As the director of public relations, Haase will cultivate editorial relationships and effectively package story ideas that promote the City and Surf City USA® brand.
In her role as communication specialist, Sweeney will oversee the calendar of events, a new email-based newsletter campaign and the www.surfcityusa.com website content.
A native of Wisconsin, Haase brings with her eight years of destination marketing experience previously promoting Milwaukee and, most recently, Sonoma County, California.
Sweeney's previous experience includes Gateway Inc. and the Costa Mesa Conference and Visitors Bureau.
"Wendy's destination marketing background is going to be instrumental in implementing the organization's public relations efforts, and our marketing efforts will be further enhanced with Megan's e-marketing and event planning experience," said Doug Traub, president/CEO of the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau. "We are excited to have both of them as part of our team, Wendy for her passion for the travel and tourism industry and Megan for her national marketing experience."
About the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau
The Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau is the official destination marketing organization of Huntington Beach, California. As one of the top Southern California coastal destinations featuring premier California beach resorts, Huntington Beach is the ideal location for a California family vacation, weekend getaway or surfing trip. With 8.5 miles of pristine California beaches, Huntington Beach is fast becoming a destination of choice for vacationers and business travelers alike. To plan your Surf City USA® vacation or to learn more about Huntington Beach, visit the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau website at www.surfcityusa.com or call 800-729-6232 for a free Visitors Guide.
Surf City USA® is a registered mark of the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau.