Accolades & Affiliations

See the accolades, awards and affiliations of Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority.

We’re honored, to say the least.

About Us We’re here to help visitors create memorable experiences. Memories that translate to repeat visits, tax savings… Learn More
Who We Are Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (RTA) is the official destination marketing organization for Seattle's Southside including… Learn More
What We Do Seattle Southside RTA is a national award–winning destination marketing organization. We believe that the best way… Learn More
Board of Directors & Committees The SeaTac City Council appoints RTA board members from a pool of Tourism Promotion Area (TPA)… Learn More
Meeting Minutes & Schedule Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority is dedicated to upholding the principles and ethics detailed in the… Learn More
Strategic Plan Working with local civic and business leaders, we’ve developed a strategic plan focusing on activities with… Learn More

Awards

Government Finance Officers Association, Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Finance Reporting, Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2019

VEGA Digital Awards, 2020, Canopus, A New Side to Seattle Southside

MUSE Creative Awards, 2020, Platinum, A New Side to Seattle Southside

NYX Video Awards, 2020, Grand Winner, A New Side to Seattle Southside

Hermes Creative Awards, 2020, Platinum in three categories: Video Editing and Creativity, YouTube Video, and Video Ad, A New Side to Seattle Southside

Northwest Travel & Life Top Travel Pick 2019

SportsEvents Readers Choice Read more

DMAI 30 Under 30 Award - Nick Tolley Read more

Certified Destination Management Executive (CDME) - Katherine Kertzman

The Museum of Flight Shining Star Award - Katherine Kertzman

DMAI 30 Under 30 Award - Ashley Comar

City of Tukwila Outstanding Customer Service Award - Kristina Thorne

PRSA Certificate of Excellence for Military Reunion ConFAM

Professional in Destination Management Certification

  • Ashley Comar
  • Meagan McGuire
  • Kristina Thorne
  • Shawn Woods

Affiliations

Association of Washington Cities

Destination Marketing Association International

Greater Seattle Business Association

HelmsBriscoe

Hotel Sales and Marketing Association International

International Live Events Associations

Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Washington State Chapter

National Association of Catering & Events

National Tour Association

National Association of Sports Commissions

Professional Convention Management Association

Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)

Religious Conference Management Association

Reunion Friendly Network

Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce

Seattle Sports Commission

Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce

Society of Government Meeting Planners

Washington Society of Association Executives

Washington State Destination Marketing Organization

Washington Tourism Authority

Your Military Reunion Connection

More About Who We Are

Strategic Plan

Working with local civic and business leaders, we’ve developed a strategic plan focusing on activities with the largest return on investment for attracting groups, tourists and business travelers to Seattle Southside.

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Careers

There’s opportunity in Seattle Southside. As a Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority employee, you’ll enjoy competitive pay, benefits packages, generous leave programs and the satisfaction of doing work that helps make Seattle Southside a great place to stay, play, eat and explore.

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