Douglas Arnold brings to life insights and intelligent lessons in executive development, organizational advancement, successful communications and how to effectively build strong, productive and engaged business relationships. Working successfully from a podium requires a unique blend of energy, imagination and style. As a professional speaker and storyteller, Arnold captivates and communicates with your audiences using a style that is warm, fun and genuine. Arnold is experience includes VP of Marketing for United Way and former the Director of Marketing for a national mutual insurance company. He served as the president of the Alton Convention and Visitors Bureau. Arnold's proven experience in building strategic partnerships with regional organizations and counseling new business developments were recognized throughout the Midwest. A graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism, Arnold is also accredited with the Public Relations Society of America, a former member of the National Press Club, a delegate to the Mississippi River Parkway Commission, a former officer of the Illinois Council of Convention and Visitors Bureaus, a member of the International Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus. He serves on numerous boards including the Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway Council as well as the National Great Rivers Museum Board.