BBG&G Wins New York State Tourism Excellence Awards for Two Destination Clients
Campbell Hall, N.Y. (September 30, 2019) -- BBG&G, an integrated marketing agency in Campbell Hall, NY, received two 2019 Tourism Excellence Awards in conjunction with two of its destination clients from the New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA). The 2019 Tourism Excellence Awards were presented today at the NYSTIA annual meeting held in Auburn, NY.
Both BBG&G and the Destination Marketing Corporation for Otsego County (DMCOC) were recognized in the “Excellence in Overall Tourism Marketing” category for the entirety of the DMCOC’s 2018 marketing campaign, which included: traditional and digital advertising; website design, content, and maintenance; marketing automation and newsletters; public relations and social media; travel guide production; the development of a local partner program; and more.
In partnership with the Hudson River National Heritage Area (HRVNHA), BBG&G additionally received the award in the “Excellence in Tourism Marketing Projects” category for the 2018 campaign to promote the launch of the Hudson River Train Tour App. This campaign included traditional and digital advertising; website content; social media; public relations and influencer marketing; and more.
“We’re fortunate to work with marketing-savvy clients who are willing to take chances on innovative campaign strategies that generate impressive ROI,” said Deborah Garry, President of BBG&G Advertising. “This award is particularly pleasing because it represents praise from the tourism industry within New York State.”
Additionally, the DMCOC has also received the Apex Grand Award for Publication Excellence in Print Media for its 2019 Lure Brochure/Travel Guide. These awards are an annual competition for publishers, editors, writers, and designers in print, web, electronic and social media. As well as the Award of Distinction for The Communicator Awards on their integrated branding campaign, and Gold for the Hermes Awards for the 2019 Lure Brochure/Travel Guide.
Founded in 1997, BBG&G is a full-service integrated marketing and public relations firm serving a broad range of industries that also includes tourism, healthcare, and banking. BBG&G is a Certified NY State WBE (women-owned business entity). For more information, call (845) 615-9084 or visit www.bbggadv.com.
Pictured Left to Right: Traci Suppa (BBG&G), Cassandra Harrington (DMCOC), Jacqueline White (DMCOC), Deborah Garry (BBG&G)
Pictured Left to Right: Traci Suppa (BBG&G), Scott Keller (HRVNHA), Deborah Garry (BBG&G)