Lauren Cleland

Lauren Cleland is the Vice President of Strategic Marketing for Visit Savannah and Visit Tybee Island, where she leads destination marketing at the intersection of culture, creativity, and smart strategy. Known for forging unexpected partnerships and launching ideas that live beyond traditional tourism channels, Lauren has helped bring Savannah into fashion, arts, experiential marketing, and earned media in fresh, relevant ways. Her work focuses on building cultural relevance, sparking demand, and turning bold ideas into measurable impact—ensuring destinations don’t just get seen, but get felt. Through innovative collaborations and thoughtful storytelling, she helps position Savannah for long-term growth while keeping creativity at the center.