The JCCVB team was recognized at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism for their exceptional customer service and positive impact on the tourism industry.
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Congratulations, from St. Louis and the Argus staff!
For Immediate Release
Jefferson City, MO., Thursday, October 17 – Two members of the Jefferson City Convention and Visitors Bureau (JCCVB) team were recognized at this week’s Governor’s Conference on Tourism, hosted by the Missouri Division of Tourism. Award recipients are nominated by their peers for exemplary customer service, initiative, and a positive influence on the tourism industry.
Alex Bobbitt received the Rising Star Award, which honors an individual who has worked for an organization for less than five years and made significant advancements to their organization’s efforts. As the JCCVB’s Communications and Film Manager, Bobbitt has enhanced tourists’ positive perception of Jefferson City with the development of a refreshed visual identity. She spearheaded efforts to develop a new visitors guide, an engaging and resourceful website, and several promotional videos highlighting what the city has to offer. Bobbitt has also worked closely with a variety of film productions at the Missouri State Penitentiary (MSP) to increase exposure of both the city and historic site.
Diane Gillespie received the Missouri Tourism Hall of Fame Award, which is presented to an individual whose contributions have significantly and measurably impacted tourism in Missouri. As Executive Director of the JCCVB, Gillespie has played an integral part of a multitude of development projects, including the Bicentennial Bridge, the Special Olympics Missouri Training for Life Campus, the MSP redevelopment, and the future hotel and conference center. She is also an active volunteer in the planning and execution of community events such as the annual Salute to America celebration, the 2017 capital eclipse, and many more. Gillespie is an impeccable director as she leads the JCCVB team to maximize the positive impact of visitor dollars to the community through promotion of Jefferson City as a desirable tourism destination.
The Missouri Division of Tourism unveiled the 2025 Missouri Travel Guide cover featuring the city’s Salute to America celebration with the Missouri State Capitol on full patriotic display. With thousands of copies distributed across the country, the publication highlights Missouri’s most magnificent assets and serves as a guide for visitors as they dive into all the wonders our great state has to offer.
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