Laura Smythe

Laura Smythe is an experienced communications professional currently serving as the Communications Manager at Visit Philadelphia, where responsibilities include overseeing press releases and formulating press trip itineraries. Prior roles include Staff Writer for Forbes, where Laura produced a daily newsletter for over 600,000 readers, and Tourism and Hospitality Reporter at Philadelphia Business Journal, focusing on industry developments in Greater Philadelphia. Previous experience encompasses reporting at The Philadelphia Gay News, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and various internships, with a strong emphasis on community engagement and ethical journalism. Laura holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Temple University.