Overview
Established in 1989. The Clear Creek County Tourism Bureau has a contractual agreement with the Clear Creek Board of County Commissioners to utilize a designated portion of the Clear Creek County Lodging Tax proceeds received for advertising, marketing, and tourism management in Clear Creek County.
Vision
Everything you come to Colorado for.
Mission
To maximize visitor spending in ways that support our businesses, benefit our communities, and protect our home and heritage.
Values
Sustainability
Preservation. Prosperity. Community.
Authentic
History. Heritage. Grounded.
Inclusivity
Passionate. Aspirational. Equitable.
Integrity
Trust. Honesty. Transparency.
Board of Directors
President
Alan Blado – Owner, Liquid Descent Whitewater Rafting
Vice President
Nichole Nemmers – Owner, 11 Eleven Sales
Secretary
Lana Hearne – Owner, Club Hotel
Jess Jones – Marketing and Events Manager, Georgetown Business Promotions Commission
Codi Bair – President, Beau Jo’s Pizza
Amy Phan Widincamp – Owner, Pheastly
Deanna Smith – Owner, Idaho Springs RV Resort and Campground
Loryn Roberson – Marketing Director, Loveland Ski Area
Volunteer members of the Tourism Bureau Board of Directors are business owners, operators, or employees assigned to engage in tourism marketing activities. Members are knowledgeable or experienced in advertising and marketing while collaborating on ways to encourage tourism. All members shall be citizens of or employed in Clear Creek County.
To the extent feasible, members shall be appointed from the breadth of the tourism industry in Clear Creek County. Businesses may be categorized as “adventure” “attractions” “tourist lodging” “restaurant” or “retail” businesses. Appointments shall reflect the evolution of the tourism industry, provided that at all times someone in the tourist lodging business is willing to serve as a director, a minimum of one member of the Board should be appointed from that category of tourism business.
There shall be not fewer than three (3) and no more than nine (9) members of the Board of Directors of the Corporation (Board). All appointments shall be made by the Clear Creek County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). All members of the Board shall serve without compensation and shall receive no fees or remuneration for their services; provided, however, that they shall be entitled to be reimbursed for actual out-of-pocket expenditures incurred in connection with the Corporation’s business is approved by the Board of Directors.
Cassandra Patton, Director
Clear Creek County Tourism Bureau
Meet the Tourism Director
Cassandra Patton joined the Tourism Bureau in April 2013. She holds a Bachelor Degree of Applied Science in Graphic Design from the Art Institute of Colorado. She is an accomplished designer, photographer, writer, and editor with more than 25 years of professional career experience in marketing, branding, advertising, media, and vendor relations.
From developing the County gateway signage to production of the annual visitor guide, graphic design, web design, accomplished grant writing, public speaking, and day to day operations, Cassandra continues to bring life to the County through creative marketing. Recognized as a top-tier go getter, she has also contributed to the Colorado Tourism Office Governors Conference as a panelist and presenter for Destination Marketing Success.
Cassandra’s photography was formally recognized by professional photographer, John Fielder and the Clear Creek Land Conservancy. Additionally, four of her photos were selected for the Colorado Scenic and Historic Byways collection that have been traveling across the State; from the Colorado State Capitol Rotunda, to Denver International Airport, the Colorado History Museum, Colorado Springs Airports, and other key locations selected by the Colorado Scenic Byway Commission.
As Director of the Clear Creek County Tourism Bureau, Cassandra leads branding and marketing ideas while working to ensure Clear Creek County is a true destination and not a pass-through community. Regionally, she consults with local organizations, event committees, business owners, elected officials, partners, and other commissions, while also establishing relationships and partnerships with Tourism Industry representatives at the State and National levels. Cassandra continues to expand her industry knowledge and attends seminars and conferences to ensure she remains sharp on rising trends and exploring new ideas.
Meeting Schedule
The Clear Creek County Tourism Bureau Board of Directors meets monthly. Currently, regular meetings are scheduled the second Thursday of each month. Unless otherwise noted below, meetings are held in a hybrid format, with an option to attend in-person at the Tourism Office in Idaho Springs, or to attend remotely via ZOOM.
Please send us an email if you are interested in joining the board or interested in attending a meeting.
All meetings are open to the public.
12.12.2024 – 9am Main Street Restaurant – Regular Meeting (In-Person Only)
01.09.2025 – 9am CCCTB Tourism Office – Regular Meeting
02.13.2025 – 9am Georgetown Old School – Regular Meeting (In-Person Only)
03.13.2025 – 9am CCCTB Tourism Office – Regular Meeting
03.18.2025 – N/A Semi-Annual Update with BOCC (BOCC has requested worksession)
03.20.2025 – 9am CCCTB Marketing Meeting (Remote Meeting through Zoom)
04.10.2025 – 9am CCCTB Regular Meeting (Remote Meeting through Zoom)
05.15.2025 – 9am Club Hotel – Regular Meeting + BOCC Worksession (In-Person Only)
05.22.2025 – 4pm Easterseals Rocky Mountain Village – Industry Stakeholder + Community Engagement Event
06.12.2025 – 9am CCCTB Tourism Office – Regular Meeting
07.10.2025 – 9am CCCTB Tourism Office – Regular Meeting
08.14.2025 – 9am CCCTB Tourism Office – Regular Meeting
09.11.2025 – 9am CCCTB Tourism Office – Regular Meeting
09.16.2025 – TBD Semi-Annual Update with BOCC
10.02.2025 – 4pm Location TBD – Industry Stakeholder + Community Engagement Event
10.09.2025 – 9am CCCTB Tourism Office – Regular Meeting
11.13.2025 – 9am CCCTB Tourism Office – Regular Meeting
12.11.2025 – 9am Location TBD – Regular Meeting (In-Person Only)