Congratulations to David Gilbert (LC 2001), president and CEO of Destination Cleveland, who recently received the international City Nation Place Leadership Award at their annual conference in London. According to City Nation Place award page:
“David has demonstrated the value of adopting place brand thinking as the leader of a destination marketing organisation. Over his fourteen years as CEO of Destination Cleveland, he has led the organisation and the city on a transformative journey – delivering a measurable impact on civic pride that is at the heart of changing national and international perceptions of the city. He has demonstrated a bold community-first approach, creating a place brand platform that has engaged Clevelanders, building strong partnerships, and leading with a purpose and passion that inspires his team.”