VTC Staff Updates
Andrew Cothern has been named Director of Communications. The Communications department oversees strategic communications, public relations, public affairs, and marketing initiatives in a collaborative approach with brand, content, and digital departments. Andrew will manage earned media coverage on VTC programs and tourism drivers, including pitching story ideas to members of the media, handling media visit logistics, and developing PR training for industry partners.
Danielle Emerson has been named Content Marketing Director. In her new role, Danielle oversees VTC’s content department which is responsible for digital communications, editorial planning, and content publishing strategies for VTC’s owned channels including six social channels, the Virginia is for Lovers travel blog and website, and email program. Through integrated and collaborative efforts, the Content team cultivates and maintains a positive brand reputation through high-value content necessary to attract, engage, and retain VTC’s target audiences.
Please also welcome our new Content Specialist and Photographer, Hannah Armstrong, to the VTC team. Hannah joined VTC full time in early 2023 and oversees content creation with a focus on photography, influencer relations, and copywriting for VTC’s content initiatives.
Noah Salaah ad-Deen has been promoted to Grants Specialist. He will be assisting industry partners with grant reimbursements, doing outreach in the community about VTC funding programs, and assisting with the transition to grant management software. Industry partners should continue to send reimbursement requests to: VTC Grants Team, 901 East Cary Street, Suite 900 Richmond, VA 23219.
