with Tracy Louthain
Director of Public Relations & Visitor Services
Beaches of South Walton Tourist Development Council
www.BeachesofSouthWalton.com
Tracy Louthain is passionate about South Walton. She's enthusiastic. Optimistic. Positive. And very professional. (check out Tracy's impressive background here). It's what makes her such an effective champion for all things South Walton as the award-winning Director of PR and Visitor Services for The Beaches of South Walton TDC.
Fancy title aside, I personally think of her as "Community Evangelist" for Beaches of South Walton, and believe Tracy and I possess a shared vision and understanding about just how unique this area is and the potential that exists to grow into a truly world-class destination over the next decade and beyond.
If you see Tracy out and about, don't forget to thank her for all of her and her staff's hard work. Because even if you don't like change, it's happening and it will continue to happen. We need to thank our lucky stars we have a spokesperson and leader at the forefront who really cares that the inevitable growth to come is the right kind of growth - the kind that benefits us all while protecting those things that make South Walton so unique.
I caught up with Tracy for this week's SouthWaltonScene.com Q&A. Enjoy!
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How long have you lived in South Walton? You were born and raised in....
4 years, moved here in April 2005. (Born and raised in....) Tampa, FL
You already live at the beach - where do you vacation?
North Carolina. My father-in-law has a cabin on a stream outside of Asheville. There is no TV, no telephone, just the sounds of birds chirping and water rushing. It’s a great getaway!
What book(s) is on your nightstand?
The Five Temptations of a CEO
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If you were to come back as someone else, who would you be?
I don’t want to come back. In my next life, I hope to become someone’s guardian angel.
What is your single greatest achievement so far?
Every achievement in your life is great, but my most recent achievement is passing the APR accreditation, which demonstrates my commitment to the public relations profession, continuing education and ethical conduct.
What is your favorite restaurant in South Walton?
Fish Out of Water. Chef Krajeck is amazing!
What 2 things can you not live without?
My family and friends.
What would you do if you won $1 million?
Travel the world! There are so many places on my list I want to see before I die.
If you could change one thing about yourself, it would be...
Slow down.
You are granted one wish. What is it?
To have the money to travel the world and support a charitable cause in every country I visit.
The best thing about South Walton is....
The beautiful beaches and incredible people!
What is the greatest love in your life?
My family—my wonderful husband Kevin and two beautiful children.
What are the most important qualities in a friend?
Honesty, trust and dependability.
Would you say happiness is found or made?
Both. Life is what you make it and you find happiness along the way.
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