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Petersburg, FL – September 2025 / NewsmakerAlert: Paradise
Advertising & Marketing, Inc. (Paradise) was honored last week
with a top Henry trophy at the Annual VISIT FLORIDA Flagler Awards for
impactful work done on behalf of long-standing client Naples,
Marco Island, Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau. The Governor’s
Conference awards gala, held in Orlando, recognized outstanding work done
on behalf of the state’s “most important industry.”
“It
takes more than just data intelligence, smart strategies and brilliant
creativity to succeed in today’s competitive landscape. It takes a long-standing
partner for good,” said Paradise Chief Executive Officer Mark
Jaronski. “We’re honored to tell the story of such a remarkable destination
and grateful for the dedication of our team and the trust of the Collier
County tourism community.”
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Jay Tusa, Tourism Director, Naples, Marco Island, Everglades CVB
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Presented
by VISIT FLORIDA, the state’s tourism marketing corporation, The
Flagler Awards are named for tourism visionary Henry Flagler and honor
the countless individuals and organizations that help position Florida
as one of the top travel destinations in the world. Each year the Flagler
Awards pay tribute to the determined efforts of those who use their skill,
resourcefulness, creativity and innovative spirit to market Florida to
the world.
“This
award underscores the critical role marketing plays in fueling visitation
and strengthening our local economy,” said Jay
Tusa, Tourism Director, Naples, Marco Island, Everglades CVB. “Paradise
has been an invaluable partner in telling our story, helping drive record
tourism that generated an economic impact of $4 billion for fiscal year
2024, which represents a robust 9.8 percent increase year over year. It’s
a clear demonstration of how strategic campaigns translate into measurable
benefits for Collier County.”
About
Paradise
Paradise
is a certified woman-owned, award-winning marketing agency dedicated to
building powerful brands, driving measurable client growth, and strengthening
tourism economies. Since 2002, Paradise has fused digital innovation with
data-led strategies to elevate destinations, inspire communities, and deliver
meaningful results. Headquartered in Florida with team members and clients
across the U.S., Paradise brings a collaborative, hands-on approach to
every engagement. At the heart of Paradise is a belief in creative problem-solving,
future-focused thinking, and bold execution that makes a lasting difference.
Since day one, Paradise has pushed boundaries, championed progress, and
remained devoted to being a true partner for good. As A Partner for
Good[sm], Paradise aligns its core values into everything they do—serving
both clients and communities with purpose and integrity. The commitment
to impact extends beyond work, with people-first programs like U*Time,
our flexible paid-time-off initiative that promotes work-life balance,
and GOODcation, a company-paid voluntourism program that gives team members
the opportunity to volunteer while traveling and exploring the world. Learn
more at APartnerForGood.com.
For
Media Inquiries
Cris
Duschek
Chief
Communications Officer
&
SVP, Public Relations
Paradise
Advertising & Marketing, Inc.
727-434-3912
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