BETTENDORF, IOWA (January 13, 2026) — Dave Herrell, President and CEO of Visit Quad Cities, has been appointed to serve as Co-Chair of the Destinations International (DI) Membership Committee and the Social Impact Committee for 2026, the world’s largest and most respected association for destination organizations and professionals. In addition, Joan Kranovich, Vice President of Business Growth and Director, Sports QC, has been selected to serve as a committee member of the 30 Under 30 Alumni Council.
The DI Membership Committee provides input on strategies to increase membership engagement, interaction, and involvement; identifies ways to measure membership satisfaction and priorities; and assists in developing strategies to grow DI’s global membership. The Social Impact Committee focuses on initiatives, research, and partnerships to position the sector competitively and to create an environment of belonging within the industry.
"Destinations International is driven by the experienced volunteers who serve on our boards and committees,” said Don Welsh, president and CEO of Destinations International.
“We are pleased to appoint Dave Herrell, President and CEO, Visit Quad Cities as Co-Chair of the DI Membership Committee and the Social Impact Committee, and to appoint Joan Kranovich, Vice President of Business Growth and Director, Sports QC, to serve as a leadership and engagement body for graduates of the association's 30 Under 30 program. This recognizes their expertise and contributions to both their destination and the broader travel and tourism industry. We look forward to Dave and Joan being actively engaged in our work advancing destination organizations and professionals as catalysts for their local communities, fostering economic vitality and social impact to benefit residents and visitors alike.”
“I am honored to be appointed as Co-Chair of DI’s Membership Committee and to continue serving on the Social Impact Committee,” said Herrell.
“Members of DI represent destinations from around the world, and serving them in this volunteer capacity is humbling because of the significance our industry plays in driving value for stakeholders and communities. Being involved with DI and strengthening relationships with industry colleagues while supporting DI’s mission is something I take seriously, and I am looking forward to the year ahead.”
The Destinations International 30 Under 30 Alumni Council serves as a leadership and engagement body for graduates of the association’s 30 Under 30 program. Its purpose is to foster continued professional growth, connection, and industry involvement among alumni while supporting Destinations International’s mission to develop future leaders within the destination organization industry. The Council provides a platform for alumni to collaborate, mentor current 30 Under 30 participants, share best practices, and contribute to initiatives that advance leadership development, diversity of thought, and long-term engagement within the global destinations community.
“The Destinations International 30 Under 30 program was instrumental in my professional growth, and serving on the Alumni Council in 2026 allows me to invest in the same leadership pipeline that helped shape who I am today,” said Kranovich.
“I’m passionate about giving back to future leaders and contributing to an industry that continues to challenge, inspire, and grow us. Working alongside recent 30 Under 30 honoree Lea Nelson and other emerging leaders makes this opportunity even more meaningful.”
About Visit Quad Cities
Founded in 1990, Visit Quad Cities is the region’s official destination marketing organization (DMO). Visit Quad Cities is a private 501(c)(6) non-profit engine that drives economic opportunity through tourism, builds our authentic brand, shares and sells the Quad Cities story, and enhances Quad Citizens’ quality of life and place. Accredited through Destinations International's Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP), Visit Quad Cities is recognized globally for operating at the highest level of industry standard.
About Destinations International
Destinations International is the world’s largest and most respected resource for destination organizations, convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs), and tourism boards. With more than 10,000 members and partners from over 750 destinations worldwide, the association represents a powerful forward-thinking and collaborative global community. For more information, visit destinationsinternational.org.
