Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB) has named Abbey Hunton vice president of communications.
Hunton brings more than 15 years of experience in media relations, crisis communications, executive communications, and communications strategy.
Hunton joins PHLCVB communications team
In her new role, Hunton will lead PHLCVB’s media relations, public voice, and communications strategy. She joins as Philadelphia prepares for FIFA World Cup 26.
Hunton will also work with PHLCVB leaders, media, partner groups, and the Pennsylvania Convention Center. In addition, her role will support PHLCVB business divisions, including PHL Sports, PHL Life Sciences, and PHL Diversity.
“Over the course of her career, Abbey has established herself as an expert in communications strategy, media relations and storytelling, and team leadership, which made her the ideal choice to lead the PHLCVB communications team into the future,” says Joe Heller, chief marketing officer of PHLCVB. “Abbey’s leadership and strategic vision will be pivotal in cementing the PHLCVB’s public profile as a preeminent leader in meetings, conventions, sporting events, and international tourism.”
Role supports meetings and tourism messaging
As vice president of communications, Hunton will serve as strategist, spokesperson, and media liaison for PHLCVB.
Before joining PHLCVB, Hunton served as vice president of marketing and communications for the Alzheimer’s Association (DE, NJ, PA). She also served as news director for the University of Pennsylvania Health System.
Hunton holds a bachelor’s degree in communications and public relations from Elizabethtown College.
“I am honored to join the PHLCVB, and to be leading a team focused on enhancing Philadelphia’s presence as a premier destination for meetings, conventions, sporting events and international tourism at such an important time for the city and the PHLCVB,” Hunton says. “I look forward to collaborating closely with partners and members of the media, locally and abroad, to enhance brand awareness, highlight the positive impact of tourism in the city, and showcase the vibrant culture that makes Philadelphia one-of-a-kind.”
About Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau
Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB) markets Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania Convention Center, and the region to meetings, conventions, sporting events, and international tourism audiences. PHLCVB is also the official global tourism promotion agency for the city of Philadelphia. For more info, visit www.discoverPHL.com.
Press release submitted by Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau. Edited by Exhibit City News for clarity, length, and style.
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