Visit Tampa Bay
Patrick Harrison has extensive work experience in the field of marketing and communications. Patrick started their career at The HLA Group, a full-service marketing communications agency, where they worked as a Principal. The agency represented clients in various industries across the country. Patrick then joined Paradise Advertising and Marketing as the Vice President and Director of Public Relations. The agency was known for its media relationships, strategic planning, and ROI. Harrison's current role is with Visit Tampa Bay, where they hold the position of Chief Marketing Officer.
Patrick Harrison completed their education in a chronological order. Patrick obtained a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Communications from the University of Leeds, attending from 1992 to 1993. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in English from the University of Florida, where they studied from 1986 to 1990. Their earlier education took place at Pocklington School from 1980 to 1986, although the specific degree and field of study are not mentioned. Additionally, Patrick holds a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate from USF Corporate Training and Professional Education, which they obtained in May 2021.
Visit Tampa Bay
Visit Tampa Bay is a not-for-profit 501 C (6) partner-based destination marketing organization that is responsible for promoting its community as an attractive travel destination and enhancing its public image as a dynamic place to live and work. Through the impact of travel, Visit Tampa Bay strengthens its economic position and provides opportunity for its community. Visit Tampa Bay works closely with hundreds of industry partners across the region to drive nearly $7 billion a year in economic development through tourism. More than 54,000 people in Hillsborough County support their families and secure their futures through tourism. Treasure awaits.