VISIT TAMPA BAY WELCOMES CURTIS KELLOGG AND BRYAN BURNS TO NEWLY ENHANCED PUBLIC RELATIONS TEAM

Above: Curtis Kellogg (left) and Bryan Burns (right)

Tampa, FL (June 3, 2024) – As part of Visit Tampa Bay’s record-breaking growth and worldwide exposure, the destination marketing organization has welcomed two talented and seasoned communicators. Curtis Kellogg and Bryan Burns joined the team May 13 as part of an expansion of its Public Relations department.

“Curtis and Bryan bring extensive experience developing and executing communication strategies while leading diverse and talented teams,” said Santiago C. Corrada, President and CEO of Visit Tampa Bay. “Their expertise in public relations, internal, and executive communications, will further enhance our ability to reach potential visitors, industry partners, and other key stakeholders to share the story of Tampa Bay and Hillsborough County as a world-class destination of choice.”

Curtis Kellogg is Visit Tampa Bay’s Director of Public Relations, responsible for managing corporate and executive communications, as well as advocacy and Tampa Bay-based media. Kellogg has a decorated military career with 28 years of service as a U.S. Army officer. During Kellogg’s military tenure, he had 18 years of direct experience in public affairs and media relations, most recently as the Director of Communication for U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) at MacDill Air Force Base. Prior to his time at USSOCOM, Kellogg served as Public Affairs Advisor to the Chief of Staff of the Army out of the Pentagon.  Kellogg holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication. He also earned two Master of Arts in Communication and Management and Leadership.

Bryan Burns is Visit Tampa Bay’s Public Relations Manager, overseeing the organization’s content creation and robust social media platforms. Most recently, Burns was the Communications Manager for the Vinik Sports Group and Tampa Bay Lightning, where he was responsible for daily operations, key messaging and protecting and growing the team's brand and reputation. Prior to that role, Burns had nearly two decades of experience producing content as the Lightning’s beat writer, as well as a correspondent and staff writer for the Tampa Bay Times. Burns received his Bachelor of Science in Communications from the University of Miami. The NHL recognized him for outstanding PR with the Dick Dillman Award. He was also the recipient of Creative Loafing’s Best Local Sportswriter award.

These essential PR team additions allow for continued elevation of Visit Tampa Bay’s brand, messaging, and reputation. Visit Tampa Bay will also have a greater capacity to take advantage of valuable media opportunities locally, nationally, and internationally.

ABOUT VISIT TAMPA BAY

The heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast beats in Tampa Bay. Visit Tampa Bay encourages adventure with a relaxing vibe to create vacation experiences that are authentically Tampa Bay. As a not-for-profit corporation certified by Destinations International’s Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP), we work with hundreds of partners to tell the world the story of Tampa Bay. Treasure awaits. For more information, visit our website.