Leslie Brewer’s hometown just happened to be one of the most well-known international tourist destinations – New Orleans. This is where she began her tourism career, which has continued for more than 34 years. She currently holds the position of Director of Marketing and Sales at Destrehan Plantation, Living History Museum in Destrehan, La. and Houmas House Estate and Gardens, Darrow, La.
Her strong background in group sales, operations and business development is the product of over 30 years of work in the hospitality and tourism industry.
Leslie’s past experience includes Chairperson for the Tour and Travel Development Committee for the Asheville CVB, Tour & Travel Sales Mgr. for The Biltmore, DOS for the Culinary Institute of New Orleans, Tour & Travel Sales Mgr. for Harrah’s Casino, Dir. of Operations & Sales for Longue Vue House & Gardens, GM of Grenoble House & DOS at the Park Inn Int’l.
Leslie has served on the Louisiana Tourist Development Commission and officer/board of La. Attraction Assn., La. Travel Promotion Assn, Louisiana B & B Assn, Hospitality Education Networking Assn (formerly HSMA). She currently serves on the Boards of La. Travel Association and both MSWIT – N.O. and MSWIT Central Region.
“As a member for over 30 years, MSWIT has always allowed me great networking opportunities as well has helped me build long lasting relationships.”
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