Executive Office
The Arizona Office of Tourism (AOT) strives to enhance the state economy and the quality of life for all Arizonans by expanding travel activity and increasing related revenues through tourism promotion and development.
AOT’s goal is to provide effective, research-driven strategies to achieve this mission while serving as the comprehensive leader in Arizona’s tourism industry.
Mission
To strengthen and grow Arizona’s economy through travel and tourism promotion.
Vision
To make Arizona the leading travel destination for visitors.
Values
Our values are based on leadership, innovation, results and accountability.
Leadership
We provide leadership and unify the industry in marketing and tourism initiatives on behalf of the state of Arizona.
Innovation
We use the latest research, marketing techniques and technology to enable creativity, ingenuity and responsible risk taking.
Results
Our results oriented marketing strategy is focused on increased visitor spending and positive economic development.
Accountability
We are responsible stewards of our tourism resources for the people of Arizona.
Executive Office
Debbie Johnson
Executive Director
602-364-3717
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Becky Blaine
Deputy Director
602-364-3696
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Pamela Shand
Marketing
Timothy DeClaire
Josh Coddington
Jamie Daer
Alena Hicks
Director of Strategic Marketing Partnerships
602-364-3759
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Diego Cando
Fulfillment Manager
602-364-3725
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Tiana Velez
Digital Marketing Manager
602-364-3710
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Administration
Mary-Ellen Kane, CPPO
Senior Director of Operations and Human Resources
602-364-3709
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Laurie Lemcke
Director of Finance
602-364-3714
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Josephine Cisneros
Budget Accountant
602-364-3691
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Giselle Galindo
Administrative Services Specialist
602-364-3694
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Paul Evans
Procurement Technician
602-364-0781
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Tracy Cook
Accounting Coordinator
602-364-3687
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Community Relations
Kiva Couchon
Director of Industry Affairs
602-364-3724
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Alix Skelpsa Ridgway
Director of Government and Community Affairs
602-364-3697
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Dawn Melvin
Tribal Tourism Relations Manager
602-364-3707
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Research
Colleen Floyd
Director of Research
602-364-3716
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Kari Roberg
Senior Research Manager
602-364-4158
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Lena Allen
Research & Marketing Manager
602-364-3718
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Trade & Media Relations
Kimberly Todd
Director of Media Relations
602-364-3305
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Jessica Mitchell
Marjorie Magnusson
Media Relations Manager
602-364-3695
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Olivia Hall
Travel Industry Marketing Manager
602-364-3693
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Joanna Tejeda
Travel Industry Events Manager
602-364-3715
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Ashley Longmire
Trade & Media Specialist
602-364-3730
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