People's Choice Awards - Top 11 Finalists
The Destination 318 Tourism Business Competition has narrowed down the entries to the top 11 finalists. These innovative tourism-related startups and existing businesses from Caddo and Bossier Parishes have demonstrated exceptional potential in enhancing the local visitor economy.
🗳️ Public Voting Now Open
The public is invited to vote for their favorite finalist. Your vote plays a crucial role in determining the winner of the People's Choice Award is a $2,000 prize sponsored by EAP.
📅 Important Dates
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Voting Period: Now through May 20 at 11:45PM
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Winner Announcement: May 22
The top six finalists, as determined by a panel of judges, will receive prize money and free services from the Entrepreneurial Accelerator Program (EAP), a division of BRF. Additionally, the People's Choice Award winner will be announced on May 22.
This initiative, totaling $100,000 in prize money, aims to boost tourism in Caddo and Bossier Parishes by addressing unmet needs identified in the Destination Master Plan. The competition encourages innovative ideas that diversify offerings for all visitor segments and engage a broader range of local businesses and residents in the visitor economy.
Stay tuned for the announcement of the winner on May 22 and join us in celebrating the innovative spirit of our community!
