WHO WE ARE
Decatur Morgan County Tourism is a 501c6 Destination Management Organization contracted by the City of Decatur and Morgan County Commission to create a better community by sharing Decatur & Morgan County with the world. The organization is primarily funded through Hotel Lodging Tax paid by visitors while staying in overnight in hotels.
MISSION STATEMENT
Decatur Morgan County Tourism is a nonprofit organization created exclusively to market Decatur and Morgan County to both groups and individuals, to enhance the economy and increase employment. D.M.C.T. serves as an economic driver, community marketer, industry coordinator, and builder of community pride.
VISION STATEMENT
We serve as the driving force for the Morgan County hospitality industry.
INNOVATION
We value innovation as the practical implementation of introducing something new or improvement in offering goods or services
PASSION
We value passion as the intense enthusiasm and excitement for what we do
UNITY
We value being united and joined as a whole.
FUN
We value creating fun by making amusing, entertaining or enjoyable experiences.
COMMUNITY
We value community as a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals
Welcome From Our Tourism Team
At Decatur Morgan County Tourism, we're more than just a team; we're a passionate group of travel enthusiasts dedicated to curating unforgettable experiences for our guests. Get to know the faces behind the scenes who work tirelessly to make your travel dreams a reality. Whether you're a seasoned globetrotter or a first-time traveler, we invite you to embark on a memorable journey with us.
Felo get in touch with any member of our team to start planning your next adventure!
Danielle Gibson
President/CEO
Sharon Holder
Vice-President of Operations
Emma Martin
Communications Director
Keilee Terry
Social Media Manager
Dolores Powell
Housing Coordinator
Don Dukemineer
Director of Sports Development
Leigh Ann Underwood
Group Sales & Special Events Director
Board of Directors
Decatur Morgan County Tourism is governed by a
twelve member Board of Directors. The Board, serving without monetary compensation, sets the policies for the DMCT, while the President, a paid staff member, serves as administrative head. A full-time staff works under the President’s guidance to assist in accomplishing the DMCT’s goals. Decatur Morgan County Tourism employs seven people working in convention sales, tourism sales, convention services, partnerships and development, marketing, communications, events, and administration.
Aaron Bell
Chairman
Sheila Davis
Past Chairwoman
Wade Weaver
Treasurer
Ronnie Dukes
Secretary
Norman Roby
Director
Bryan Chapman
Director
Forest Keith
Director
Peggy Allen Towns
Director
Teresa Taylor
Director
Linda Schoo
Director
Christy Richardson
Director
Aaron Lang
Director
2023 Economic Impact of Tourism in Decatur & Morgan County
$91 Million
Travel Related Earnings
3,719
Tourism Related Jobs
1,767,843 Million
Annual Lodging Taxes
