Bringing 30+ years of Travel Industry experience, Steven Paganelli joined TripAdvisor in January 2013 as Head of Destination Marketing, Americas. In his role, Steve spearheads innovative ways to connect DMOs with 490 million monthly TripAdvisor travelers, supports a seasoned sales team, and manages strategic relationships with key industry organizations. Steve serves on the German National Tourist Office Advisory Board, the Destinations International CDME Advisory Board, DMA West Foundation Board, and Puerto Rico Advisory Board.

Prior to joining TripAdvisor, Steve spent six years with cooperative marketing and digital agencies serving DMOs. Five of those years were focused on launching a successful Destination Division for the interactive marketing agency, TIG Global. There, Steve developed the company’s product and service offering, managed business development resulting in a portfolio of 30 destination clients, and also served as Destination Strategist.

Before returning to the private sector, Steve spent 13 years at DMOs in Connecticut – nine as President & CEO. His other roles included VP of Sales & Marketing and Director of Convention Sales. In these positions, Steve oversaw all print and digital marketing efforts including website development and the selection and integration of CRM solutions. In addition, Steve’s bureaus were early adopters of online tactics winning recognition for efforts in SEM, email marketing, and social media including HSMAI’s prestigious Adrian Award.

Steve has chaired numerous committees and organizations, served on the then Destination Marketing Association International Board of Directors and received his Destination Marketing Executive Certification (CDME).  He majored in Speech Communication Arts at Hofstra University with minors in English, History, and Psychology.

Augusto is a multifaceted Producer, Writer, Director and TV Host who created the world travel show Global Child “Travel with Purpose” on streaming platforms like Peacock, iTunes, Roku Channel, Prime Video, major airlines like Emirates, American Airlines and international networks. They’ve filmed in over 29 countries partnering with the top brands in tourism like Dubai Tourism, Four Seasons and major influencers to give back through the best experiences.

Augusto is a published author, theologian and serves as a Christian Chaplain in Jail’s in the United States. He also He founded and leads the BIG Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit charity that has all major world religions working together to tangibly help people in need.

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Maria Fernanda Aristizabal Urrea (Maria Fernanda) was born in the coffee zone of Colombia in a city called Armenia, Quindio.  She’s a multifaceted woman with a degree in social communication from the Luis Amigo Catholic University in Medellin, is an entrepreneur, a professional model for 6 years working with nationally and internationally recognized brands as well as works in the entertainment industry.  Maria Fernanda was a beauty queen in Colombia for two years and is currently the Colombian representative for Miss Universe.  Maria Fernanda is also a philanthropist that supports different foundations and is known for her charity work around the country.