Taira Gainer-Sarfino

Taira Gainer-Sarfino is a skilled marketing professional currently serving as Marketing Manager for Taylor Hospitality since July 2022. Previously, Taira held the position of Director of Marketing at Elkins-Randolph County Tourism from April 2018 to July 2022, where Taira developed and implemented tourism marketing strategies. Taira's earlier roles include serving with AmeriCorps while pursuing a master's degree in Parks, Recreation, Tourism, and Sport Management at North Carolina State University, and working as a Sales Professional in various capacities, including a notable tenure at Big Sandy Furniture where Taira exceeded sales goals. Taira's educational background includes a master's degree from North Carolina State University and multiple bachelor's degrees from West Virginia University, focusing on Design Studies, Adventure Sports Leadership, and Public Relations.