JULIE MILLER
Director
Bandon
Julie has been an integral part of the tourism industry on the South Coast for more than 25 years. As executive director, she guides Travel Southern Oregon Coast (TSOC) towards enhancing economic development through sustainable tourism. Previously, Julie owned and operated two successful small businesses in Bandon and served as the Executive Director of the Bandon Chamber of Commerce. At the Chamber, she became known for her dedication to business advocacy and her creative tourism marketing strategies on a budget.
Julie is highly experienced in advertising and promoting a region and has served on numerous statewide business and tourism boards. Her exceptional work in regional tourism has been recognized and awarded. She holds a BA in Communications, is a Western Association of Executives graduate, and founded 100 Strong Bandon, a philanthropic women’s group that raises funds for local non-profit organizations.
Barb Dunham
Destination Marketing Manager
North Bend
Born and raised on the Southern Oregon Coast, Barb Dunham has dedicated her career to advancing tourism in the area. With more than two decades of expertise in destination marketing, event planning, and community development, she brings extensive knowledge to her role at TSOC. Barb’s professional journey encompasses a variety of roles, such as positions with the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce and K-DOCK Radio’s sales team, as well as serving as an events coordinator at The Mill Casino and managing the North Bend Visitor Center. Additionally, she has contributed her expertise to the boards of the Southern Oregon Visitors Association (SOVA) and the Oregon Coast Visitors Association (OCVA).
As Vice President of the North Bend Main Street Program, Barb actively contributes to regional tourism development. She has consistently attended the Oregon Governor’s Conference on Tourism for over 25 years and regularly participates in the National Tour Association (NTA) Travel Exchange and Travel Affiliated Partners (TAP) Conferences. Her unwavering passion for the Southern Oregon Coast, combined with her substantial experience in destination marketing, makes Barb an invaluable asset to TSOC. She remains committed to promoting sustainable tourism and supporting community development in the region.
Blume Bauer
Content Manager
Lakeside
Blume Bauer brings more than two decades of marketing savvy and thirteen years of social media expertise to her role as content manager at Travel Southern Oregon Coast (TSOC). For the past four years, she’s been weaving compelling narratives that transform the region’s natural wonders into must-visit destinations. Blume’s professional journey, spanning various companies before joining TSOC, has honed her skills in crafting messages that resonate and inspire. Now, she applies this rich background to showcase the coastal beauty of Southern Oregon.
Sharon Lippold
Content Developer
Gold Beach
After living in multiple locations across the United States—from the East Coast to the Rockies, and from the Southwest to Northern California and Portland—Sharon finally discovered her true home on the Southern Oregon Coast. Captivated by its beauty and laid-back vibe, she and her husband secured their “forever” home north of Gold Beach in 2011. She moved there permanently in 2019 to start a new chapter in her life as a travel and tourism writer for the South Coast.
With a background in engineering, Sharon has navigated various roles in the tech industry, including engineer, project manager, technical writer, and marketing communications director. This diverse experience has equipped her with a unique perspective and wealth of knowledge that enriches her travel writing. Outside of work, Sharon’s passion for travel never wanes. She is thrilled to combine this passion with her love for writing to share the wonder of the South Coast with the world. Through her articles and stories, she invites readers to discover the enchanting allure of this remarkable region.
Holly Macfee
Marketing Strategist
Portland
Holly is the founder and principal at Lookout, a nationally recognized leader in destination branding and marketing. Her deep experience in tourism and hospitality includes developing brands and websites for Travel Southern Oregon Coast (in partnership with Cardwell Creative), Explore Sisters, Rogue Valley Wine Country, and dozens of other destinations, hotels, wineries & breweries. Holly worked with the TSOC team to produce the year-long “Whiskey Run Campaign,” which was chosen from 108 entries to win the esteemed Oregon Partnership Award at the 2024 Oregon Governor’s Conference on Tourism.
Before launching Lookout, Holly served as VP of Marketing and VP of Global Brand Strategy for Travel Oregon. During her 10-year tenure, she developed the Oregon Bounty culinary campaign, twice winning Best Overall Campaign in the country from the US Travel Association (USTA), and the 7 Wonders of Oregon, also winning Best Tourism Campaign (USTA). Prior to Travel Oregon, Holly worked for 16 years at the Walt Disney Company in International Marketing and Sales for Disney’s global theme parks and cruise line.
Janice Langlinais
President
Coos Bay
Executive Director, Coos Bay-North Bend Visitor & Convention Bureau
Joe Benetti
Vice President
Coos Bay
Mayor of Coos Bay
Amy Bailey
Board Member
Coos Bay
Sales Manager - The Mill Casino, Hotel & RV Park
Marie Simonds
Treasurer
Bandon
Executive Director, Wild Rivers Coast Alliance
Forrest Neuerburg
Board Member
Coquille
City Manager, Coquille
Rodger Craddock
Board Member
North Bend
Executive Director, Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
Miranda Plagge
Board Member
Gold Beach
Economic Development Administrator, Curry County & Travel Curry Coast
Michael Chupka
Board Member
Bandon
Director of Communications, Bandon Dunes Golf Resort
Rod Taylor
Board Member
Coquille
County Commissioner, Coos County
Dave Lacey
Board Member
Gold Beach
South Coast Destination Coordinator, Oregon Coast Visitor's Association
Miles Phillips
Board Member
Region
Tourism and Business Development, Oregon State University
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- Discover Winchester Bay
- North Bend Visitor Information Center
- Coos Bay Visitor Information Center
- Charleston Information Center
- Coos Bay-North Bend-Charleston Visitor & Convention Bureau
- Bandon Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center
- Curry County Chamber of Commerce
- Travel Curry Coast
- Port Orford Visitor’s Center
- Gold Beach Visitors Center
- Brookings City Hall Visitor Center
- Crissey Field Visitor Center - Brookings
