Annual Report FY26

PRESS TRIPS The 2025–2026 press trips program provided an opportunity to strengthen Portland’s visibility in key national media markets through curated, on-the-ground journalist experiences. By hosting writers and editors from high-impact outlets, the program fostered direct engagement with the destination’s culinary, cultural, and coastal assets. These immersive visits supported high-value storytelling, deepened relationships with media partners, and reinforced Portland’s position within the broader New England travel landscape.

CASSANDRA BROOKLYN Freelance Writer | The New York Times, National Geographic, Travel + Leisure, Wall Street Journal Cassandra is a New York-based freelance journalist and guidebook author specializing in travel, sustainability, and wellness. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, National Geographic, Wall Street Journal, and Travel + Leisure. She is also the author of the Amazon #1 cycling guidebook Cuba by Bike.

HAYLEY DOMIN Writer, Social Media, PR & Content Creator | National Geographic, AFAR, Condé Nast, Business Insider, Time Out A creative, out-of-the-box thinker, she brings over seven years of experience in writing, social media management, public relations, photography, and copywriting. Her work has been featured in National Geographic, AFAR, Condé Nast, Business Insider, and Time Out.

DONTAIRA TERRELL Editor, Writer & On-Air Talent | Black Enterprise, HuffPost, VH1, MTV, Shondaland An established editor, writer, and on-air talent, she is a proven relationship-builder with a passion for storytelling. Her writing has appeared in Black Enterprise, HuffPost, VH1, MTV, and Shondaland. She has interviewed industry leaders including Tyra Banks, Michael B. Jordan, and Lisa Leslie.

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