Abby Tingle, TMP is a passionate hometown advocate, currently serving as the Social Media & Website Manager at Discover Monroe-West Monroe, where she transforms ideas into realities. A Certified Travel Marketing Professional (TMP) and Louisiana Tourism Leadership Academy Graduate, Abby consistently finds ways to utilize her skills. From her early role as the Public Relations & Media Coordinator at DIscover Monroe-West Monroe to the Content Manager at Visit Mobile, Abby has honed in her skills in destination marketing and content creation. 

Payten Slack is a first-generation college student from Orlando, Florida, and a junior at NYU’s School of Professional Studies, majoring in Hospitality, Travel, and Tourism Management with a concentration in Travel and Tourism Development. She is an active member of her school’s community and puts an emphasis on ensuring students are being well-represented on a university-wide level. Payten has gained hands-on experience through her role as a Professional Development intern at Destinations International and is committed to merging academic knowledge with real-world applications to better prepare the future workforce.