March 30, 2016

You are invited to “Perfect Your Pitch”, a free workshop about media relations for tourism from 2 – 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 7. This will be panel discussion organized by Whidbey and Camano Islands Tourism to increase impactful media coverage of Island County tourism-related businesses and events. Ever wonder “Why did they write about that?” or “How do we tell our story?” Join us for a lively discussion with an impressive group of experienced travel media professionals to learn more of the tricks of the trade.

The location for the workshop is at Camp Casey in Auditorium A, 1276 S Engle Rd., Coupeville. The day will start with a welcome from Sherrye Wyatt of Whidbey and Camano Islands Tourism and will be moderated by Erin Osborne of Erin Osborne Communications. Panelists include Carol Pucci – freelance travel writer for “NW Travel“and “Seattle Times”,  Anne Erickson – producer at “Evening Magazine” (KING TV) and Leslie Forsberg –  senior editor at “AAA Journey Magazine“.

RSVP is required by 5 p.m. April 4th – REGISTER HERE