Tourism Director Matt Algarin Appointed to Destinations Florida Board of Directors

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. – Oct. 19 – Walton County Tourism’s Matt Algarin has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Destinations Florida. The appointment was confirmed during the state association’s annual meeting in Jensen Beach, Oct. 14-16. 

Algarin’s appointment to the board underscores Walton County’s growing influence in Florida's tourism sector and ensures local businesses, residents and stakeholders have a strong voice at the statewide level.

“I am deeply honored to join the Destinations Florida Board of Directors and look forward to working alongside such dedicated industry peers,” said Algarin, tourism director. “Tourism is an essential driver of our local economy in Walton County, providing jobs, supporting small businesses, and enhancing the quality of life for our residents. I am excited to represent both our destination marketing organization and the unique interests of Walton County as we champion the value of tourism across the state.”

Destinations Florida serves as the single unifying voice for Florida’s destination marketing organizations (DMOs). The association provides leadership, professional education and advocacy to help local tourism entities drive economic growth and community vitality through strategic destination promotion. 

By offering a collaborative platform, Destinations Florida ensures that the tourism industry continues to benefit businesses, workers and communities across the Sunshine State.

As a member of the board, Algarin will contribute to statewide legislative initiatives, industry research and educational programming while highlighting the critical economic contributions of Walton County’s tourism sector.

To learn more about Destinations Florida, visit destinationsflorida.org.

To learn more about Walton County Tourism, visit www.waltoncountyfltourism.com.