As the Manager, International Markets at Tourism Calgary, Mito leads the development and execution of global travel trade initiatives while providing in-destination services for clients visiting Calgary on familiarization tours and press trips. Her passion for tourism sparked during a summer job with a Banff tour company – a role that lasted 4.5 years and set the stage for an 18-year career at Travel Alberta. There, she played a key role in shaping strategic direction, leading consumer-direct campaigns and travel trade programs in international markets and managing destination marketing and brand partnerships with global airline partners. Before joining Tourism Calgary, Mito joined the Calgary Stampede where she contributed to the development and implementation of tourism sales programs at “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”, collaborating with travel trade and media worldwide. On her days off, Mito loves hitting the road with her family, including her 3-year-old puppy “Bo”, chasing new adventures and the next delicious bite along the way.