Visit The Northshore is proud to announce the inaugural class of 2025 Shore & Tell University graduates, a group of hospitality professionals who have completed the destination’s first immersive ambassador training program.
Shore & Tell University is a 12-month professional development initiative designed to strengthen hospitality leadership and destination advocacy across St. Tammany Parish. Participants engaged in hands-on experiences at local attractions and completed educational sessions focused on local culture, tourism branding and marketing, customer service excellence, social inclusion, and effective destination storytelling — all with the goal of becoming stronger ambassadors for The Northshore.
2025 Shore & Tell University Graduates:
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Justin Lapeyrouse – The Candy Bank
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Dustin Simms – Hampton Inn
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Lisa Keiffer – The Candy Bank
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Gayle Daniel – Southern Hotel
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Amanda Naquin – Homewood Suites
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Ellen Funke – Residence Inn
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Luis Pagan – Southern Hotel
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Latoya Coley Mason – Courtyard Marriott
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Daniel Munn – Louisiana Easy Escape Insider
Visit The Northshore extends its sincere appreciation to the program’s Krewe Captains for their leadership, mentorship, and guidance throughout the year: Danielle Papania, Director of Sales, The Southern Hotel; Heather Shubert, Marriott Area Sales Executive; Katherine Domingue, General Manager, Homewood Suites Slidell; and Tico Soto, President, Tourism Tactics by Tico.
A special thank you is also extended to Ashley Llewellyn, Vice President of the St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation, who served as keynote speaker and shared powerful insights on workforce development, hospitality, and the importance of investing in people.
“I’m honored to chair a program that not only elevates tourism but also invests in the professional growth of the individual, said Vice President of Sales, Tanya Leader. This thriving network of ambassadors is strengthening how we welcome visitors and showcase our destination.”
Shore & Tell University reflects Visit The Northshore’s ongoing commitment to collaboration, education, and community pride — ensuring that every visitor experience truly reflects Louisiana’s Easy Escape.
