Meryl Press Vissel has been named Vice President of Communications & Content at Choose Chicago, a newly created leadership role that will oversee the organisation's communications, media relations, and social media functions. Vissel, who brings over a decade of experience in tourism, hospitality, and real estate, previously led Corporate Communications for the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board. She officially joins Choose Chicago on 31 August.

Vissel's appointment is part of Choose Chicago's strategy to strengthen the city's reputation as a premier global destination. Her team will focus on showcasing the unique people, places, and experiences that define Chicago. Chief Marketing Officer Lisa Nucci stated, "Under her leadership, we'll tell Chicago's story with more force and more consistency than ever."

Kristen Reynolds, President & CEO of Choose Chicago, highlighted Vissel's global perspective and experience with major events like the World Cup and the Olympics as key assets. "We could not be more excited to have her leadership and vision guiding our team," Reynolds said.

Before her role in Los Angeles, Vissel managed communications for Hudson Pacific Properties and began her career with Cunard, part of Carnival Corporation. Vissel expressed her enthusiasm, saying, "I’m honoured to join Choose Chicago and help share what makes the city so compelling with audiences around the world."

Choose Chicago is responsible for promoting the city as a global tourism and meetings destination, attracting over 55 million visitors annually and generating more than $20 billion (£15 billion) in economic impact.

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