Staff Directory
Our website offers a robust and comprehensive variety of information, but if you can’t find what you need or have questions that require a personalized answer, we’re here to help. Our Visitors Center information specialists are more than happy to answer any general questions regarding hotel availability, things to do, upcoming events, or requests for visitors guides and brochures — call us at (800) 800-0037 during business hours, or send an email to info@visitbloomington.com. For questions related to specific roles at Visit Bloomington, please browse our staff directory below and reach out to the appropriate team member.
Mike McAfee
Executive Director
(812) 355-7720
mike@visitbloomington.com
Mike handles all the top-level administrative issues. If you have a question about policies, budget, development, or need a good media quote, he’s your guy.
Laura Newton
Assistant Director / Chief Operating Officer
(812) 355-7721
laura@visitbloomington.com
Laura oversees the Sales & Marketing staff and keeps this place running. She can help with any big-picture questions about our operations and can answer any questions for Mike if he’s not available.
Jean Kautt
Inside Sales Manager
jean@bloomingtonconvention.com
Jean manages inside and local group sales for the Visit Bloomington and the Bloomington Convention Center. She works with groups from start to finish ensuring they have a great event and experience.
Jordan Smith
Leisure Marketing Manager
(812) 355-7723
jordan@visitbloomington.com
Jordan is our marketing and promotions guru. If you want to advertise in the Visitors Guide, have questions about our promotions, or have an idea for partnerships, he's the one to contact.
Marcia Roach
Finance Director
(812) 355-7722
marcia@visitbloomington.com
If you have a question about innkeeper taxes, invoices, or payments, Marcia is the one with the checkbook. That’s pretty much it, but it’s pretty important.
Mark Bookwalter
Graphic Designer
(812) 355-7727
mark@visitbloomington.com
Mark is the creative genius who designs our Visitors Guide and other collateral material. He keeps us looking sharp.
Matti Quiggins
Convention Sales Representative
matti@visitbloomington.com
Matti works with meeting planners to help them find the right space to host a successful event in Monroe County. If you're a meeting planner looking for assistance in planning a conference, convention, or other organized gathering, contact Matti today!
Pete Nelson
Director of Sports Development
(812) 355-7726
pete@visitbloomington.com
Pete is our sports authority. If you’re a sporting event organizer or owner and are interested in bringing a tournament to Bloomington, Pete can help make it happen.
Samantha Hyde
Digital Content Developer
(812) 330-4303
samantha@visitbloomington.com
Samantha oversees our website and social media channels, keeping content up to date and maintaining a strong online presence. She is always happy to answer questions related to the website or social media.
Shaun Ballard
Convention Sales & Marketing Director
(812) 330-4304
shaun@visitbloomington.com
Shaun leads Visit Bloomington’s convention, conference, and meeting sales efforts, promoting Monroe County as a premier destination for group events. He develops and executes strategic sales plans, oversees convention marketing initiatives, and works closely with local partners.
Teal Strabbing
Visitor Services Manager
(812) 355-7725
teal@visitbloomington.com
Teal oversees the Visitors Center, B-Town Store, and events calendar. She also coordinates most of the tours and hospitality services we offer to group visitors — she’s the primary contact for reunions, weddings, and motorcoach groups.