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Mark Friesen

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Director, Destination Development at Tourism Calgary
📍 Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Mark is the Director of Destination Development at Tourism Calgary, where he has advanced through several marketing and content management roles. A University of Calgary Commerce graduate, he is a strategic expert focused on elevating the citys visitor economy. Colleagues describe him as kind, genuine, and a marketing expert.

His passion for the travel industry began in university, driven by a love for the positive impact tourism has on both visitors and locals. Mark recently took a nine-month paternity leave, highlighting a commitment to family and work-life balance outside of his professional pursuits.

He has been passionate about Destination Marketing Organizations since university and has successfully built his entire career within this specialized industry.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Director, Destination Development
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Destination Development
His current role is a new position at Tourism Calgary, focused on elevating the city's profile and attracting visitors through strategic development and partnerships.
Content Marketing
With extensive experience as a Content Manager, he authors numerous articles on Calgary's attractions and was recognized as an OMMA Awards finalist for his work.
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Career

Work history

3-2026
Director, Destination Development
Tourism Calgary
11-2024 - 3-2026
Manager, Content & Social
Tourism Calgary
7-2023 - 11-2024
Manager, Digital & Content
Tourism Calgary
1-2023 - 7-2023
Manager, Content
Tourism Calgary
2-2020 - 12-2022
Manager, Marketing (Paid & Content)
Tourism Calgary
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Education
2007 - 2011
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)
University of Calgary
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