The Visit Eau Claire Board of Directors announced the appointment of Kenzi Havlicek as the Executive Director, effective immediately. Havlicek has been serving as the Interim Executive Director.
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Havlicek, an Iowa State University graduate with a degree in Business Marketing, began her journey with Visit Eau Claire in 2010 as an intern. Over the past 14 years, she has held various positions within the organization, including Social Media Specialist, Marketing Manager, Director of Marketing, and Deputy Director. Her exceptional contributions were recognized in 2013 when she received the prestigious Destination International 30 Under 30 Award, highlighting her as a standout in the tourism industry.