Contact Us
Dean Conwell
Executive Director
Phone: (409) 880-3165
dean.conwell@beaumonttexas.govFocus: Dean oversees and provides direction for all Beaumont CVB functions. He works in conjunction with the City Manager and the CVB Advisory Board to ensure the purpose and mission of the CVB is fulfilled. Degrees / Certifications: Bachelors of Business Administration - University of Louisiana at Lafayette Certified Destination Marketing Executive (CDME) Texas Destination Marketer (TDM) - Texas Association of Convention & Visitor Bureaus Professional Affiliations: Texas Association of Convention & Visitor Bureaus (TACVB), Texas Travel Industry Association (TTIA), Meeting Professionals International (MPI), Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), Texas Society of Association Executives (TSAE), Jefferson County Tourism Commission (JCTC), Greater Beaumont Area Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Southeast Texas Alumni, Press Club of Southeast Texas
Freddie Willard, TDM
Director of Sales
Phone: (409) 880-3160 1(800) 392-4401
freddie.willard@beaumonttexas.govFreddie leads the Beaumont CVB sales team to market and promote Beaumont as a meeting and sports destination. Along with overseeing all convention sales activities, Freddie develops relationships with prospective clients including: trade associations, governmental agencies and sporting groups.
Susan Jackson
Convention Servicing Manager
Phone: (409) 880-3164 (800) 392-4401
susan.jackson@beaumonttexas.govSusan interviews Beaumont CVB clients and oversees the services that can be provided by our office. This is done using a formula which includes: number of hotel rooms blocked, room rate and past history. Along with managing our volunteer program, Susan produces the CVBs Hall of Fame reception, an annual event created to recognize planners who host meeting and events in Beaumont.
Rebecca Woodland, TDM
Convention Sales Manager
Phone: (409) 880-3169
rebecca.woodland@beaumonttexas.govRebecca works to bring convention, meeting, reunion and group training business to Beaumont. Her primary markets are groups within the Social, Military, Religious, Reunion, Sciences and Corporate markets. Along with representing Beaumont at conferences and trade shows, Rebecca helps organize special CVB projects such as the bi-annual Christmas Open House, downtown dine-arounds and conference networking breaks.
Stephanie Molina
Marketing Director
Phone: (409) 880-3170
stephanie.molina@beaumonttexas.govStephanie leads the marketing department to develop and implement the Beaumont CVBs advertising and promotional campaigns. Along with acting as an in-house advertising agency, Stephanie develops creative collateral and special projects for all CVB departments. She heads up the CVBs public relations efforts which include an annual press trip, individual journalist visits throughout the year, media interviews, editorial pitches and more. Stephanie also works closely with all bureau personnel to ensure a unified and effective promotional effort in all advertising, public relations, and promotion efforts.
Christina Majdalani
Tourism Development Coordinator
Phone: (409) 880-3168
christina.majdalani@beaumonttexas.govChristina is focused on tourism development and programs centered around nature tourism, culinary tourism and seasonal promotions. She is charged with working to strengthen partnerships with hospitality partners and is a vital part of the CVB Marketing Team working to expand content marketing, communications and further the Beaumont Destination Training Program.
Mallory Cross
Communications Specialist
Phone: (409) 880-3172
mallory.cross@beaumonttexas.govMallory powers the CVB's digital communications and social media strategy. Along with developing and managing content for the Beaumont CVB's Insiders Guide, website and social platforms, Mallory oversees email marketing efforts and calendar of event management. Part of the CVB Marketing Team, she also works to carry out promotions and public relations efforts.
Karen Lewis
Administrative Assistant
Phone: (409) 880-3162
karen.lewis@beaumonttexas.govKaren oversees daily operations of the Beaumont CVB offices. She handles accounts payable, purchasing, payroll and other responsibilities that affect the CVB's activities and initiatives. Karen also acts as curator for the Babe Zaharias Museum and Visitor Center while also managing its part-time employees.
Eureka Young
Tourism Specialist
Phone: (409) 880-3749
eureka.young@beaumonttexas.govEureka assists both walk-in and call-in visitors. Along with providing directions and answering questions on all things Beaumont, she also handles visitor fulfillment for the CVB. Eureka also works with the sales team to assist in generating bid books, fulfilling direct mail campaigns and aiding in the production of servicing gifts.