Meet In Amarillo
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Sales
Howdy, my name is Kashion Smith and I can’t think of a better community to represent! Born and raised in Amarillo, I am familiar with all our town has to offer and can find the right people to take care of your every need. In April, 2013 I joined the Convention and Visitor Council bringing with me more than 10 years of hospitality experience and can make arranging your itineraries easy for you. Whether you need an afternoon of activities or help finding the right hotel and attractions for multiple days, Amarillo is a great pick! Give me a call to make your Amarillo tour a hit.
Ashley Gutierrez
Sales Manager - SMERF & Sports
Hi there! I’m Ashley Gutierrez and I recently joined the Amarillo Convention and Visitors Council as a Sales Manager for the SMERF Market. I handle Social, Military Reunion, Education (Youth), Religious and Fraternal group meetings. Growing up in Amarillo, I’ve served the people of the Panhandle in restaurants, retail, and other customer service roles for 10 years. I look forward to working with meeting planners to share my enthusiasm and love for Amarillo as I show them everything our great city has to offer!
Hollie Hawkins
Sales Manager– Association, Corporate, Government & agriculture
Hi there! I’m Hollie Hawkins and I am a Sales Manager for the Convention and Visitor Council. I specialize in the Association, Corporate and Government market. I grew up in Amarillo and just returned after graduating from Texas Tech University in May 2016. The Texas Panhandle is like no place else, and I could not be more excited about representing Amarillo and sharing our great city with you! I’d love to welcome you to this place I call home, and help make your experience amazing!
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Stephanie Andrews
Director of Convention Services
Hi! My name is Stephanie Andrews. I was born in Baton Rouge, LA, and moved to Texas when I was young. I joined the Amarillo CVC team in April of 2013 and brought with me 18 years of hotel experience Southern hospitality. My role is to assist you and your group in making your Amarillo experiences a positive, productive one.
I was born in Amarillo and began working part time for the Convention and Visitor Council as the weekend clerk at the Visitor Information Center in May 2005. I was promoted to be the manager of the Visitor Information Center in April 2006, until July 2012 when I became Executive Assistant for Dan Quandt at the Amarillo CVC.