A strategic communications professional with more than two decades of experience, Jerry McCoy is the former chief of staff for the mayor of Surprise, Arizona, a suburb of the city of Phoenix. Prior to his position with Surprise, Mr. McCoy of Phoenix, Arizona, worked for the city of Glendale, where he directed the operations of public relations, media relations, creative services, special events and the Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau. Before leaving the city as its executive communications director, Mr. McCoy's leadership resulted in the city receiving the Governor’s Tourism Award.
It was the first time in Glendale's history the city received the prestigious statewide award for tourism excellence.
Each year, the Governor’s Tourism Awards are presented to recognize the work of professionals who contribute to the growth of the Arizona travel industry, one of the top industries in the state.
Awards are given in five categories: outstanding rural/urban marketing campaign, outstanding rural/urban tourism partnership, outstanding cultural and historic preservation, tourism spirit of service, and tourism hall of fame.
The awards are presented annually at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism. This year, the event will be held in the city of Tucson at the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa. The conference begins July 22 and continues through July 24.
The Governor’s Tourism Awards gala will be held July 23rd. Other activities will include tourism workshops and a reception to showcase the state’s best restaurants.
