by Courtney Bearer | Jun 12, 2026 | Community & Culture
When people hear the title “Miss West Virginia,” they often think: a crown, a sash, and a stage. The reality of the job looked a little different. While continuing to work full-time as a Media Specialist at BlaineTurner Advertising, I had the privilege of...
by Courtney Bearer | Apr 23, 2026 | Marketing Trends
Tourism marketing in 2026 looks very different from what it did just a few years ago. Travel demand remains strong, but economic pressure, digital behavior shifts, and AI-powered search are reshaping how destinations attract and convert visitors. Today’s traveler...
by Courtney Bearer | Feb 1, 2026 | Community & Culture
American Heart Month has always meant more to me than wearing red or sharing statistics. It represents the work I’ve done, the loved ones impacted, and the lives I’ve been able to touch through heart health education and advocacy. My connection to heart health is...
by Courtney Bearer | Aug 21, 2025 | Download, Industry Insights
BlaineTurner Advertising (BTA) understands the importance of tourism and hospitality as a vital component in West Virginia’s future. Sarah Rogers, MBA, BTA President and CEO, recently attended this year’s Mountaineer Country Tourism Summit to inform the region’s...
by Courtney Bearer | Jun 26, 2025 | Client Stories
As Visit Mountaineer Country Convention & Visitors Bureau (VMCCVB) celebrates its 40th anniversary, BlaineTurner Advertising (BTA) is proud to reflect on a decades-long partnership rooted in strategy, innovation, and trust. Our collaboration with VMCCVB is more...
