Matthew Maxey

Matthew Maxey

Matt is the guy who is always ready to share a story with you. With a passion for new experiences, taking the back roads, and seeing everything possible, Matt serves as Visit Franklin’s Senior Director of Public Relations connecting the many unique stories in the Franklin community with great journalists and storytellers worldwide. When not pitching a story idea to travel writers, you’ll likely find him working as a photographer on the sidelines of college and professional sports events across the Southeast.

HOSPITALITY & TOURISM CAREER SUMMIT SET FOR APRIL 1

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – A half-day summit for those curious about a career in hospitality and tourism will take place at 8 a.m., Saturday, April 1, on Columbia State Community College’s […]
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Can You Name These Songs About Franklin?

It is undeniable that music is at the heart of what makes Franklin, Tennessee a uniquely captivating place. As a born-and-raised Middle Tennessee native who grew up just outside Nashville it was easy for me to take music for granted. The family down the street is gone for months at a time touring? Seems right. The lady on the other…
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WCCVB LAUNCHING ROBUST AMBASSADOR TRAINING PROGRAM

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – To educate front-line hospitality employees about the vast tourism and hospitality options across the County, the Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau is introducing a revamped, interactive […]
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FRANKLIN COLORING BOOK TO LAUNCH AT MARCH ART SCENE

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Franklin Coloring Book, a highly anticipated creation of MADE SOUTH, will be available for the first time at its official launch party during downtown Franklin’s March […]
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What to Do With Only One Day in Franklin

You’ve heard the buzz and finally said, OK, I’ve got to check out this Franklin, Tennessee I keep seeing and hearing about so much. The catch, though, you only have […]
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WCCVB adds Doleshel as Office Assistant

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau (WCCVB) has added Heather Doleshel to its staff as an office assistant. Doleshel joins the WCCVB with over a decade […]
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Visit Franklin 2017 Visitors Guide Now Available

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Local and new area attractions highlight the 2017 edition of the Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau’s annual Visitor Guide. The 40-page guide is a compilation of […]
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VISIT FRANKLIN LAUNCHES NEW E-COMMERCE SITE

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Visit Franklin has launched an e-commerce site at www.visitfranklin.com/store, responding to consumer demand and making it easier for visitors to have a little bit of Franklin wherever […]
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WCCVB announces four-year strategic plan, Tourism 2020

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Coming off another record-setting year that saw 1.31 million visitors welcomed to Franklin and the communities of Williamson County, the Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau (WCCVB) […]
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WCCVB ADDS GARCIA AS FINANCE DIRECTOR

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau (WCCVB) has added Stacey Garcia to its staff as Director of Finance and Administration. Garcia will manage all aspects of […]
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VISITOR SPENDING IN WILLIAMSON COUNTY REACHES NEW HIGH

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Tourism spending in Williamson County reached an all-time high in 2015. Spending by visitors provided a $410.69 million economic impact to the county in 2015, up from […]
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CELEBRATE NATIONAL PARKS CENTENNIAL THURSDAY AT VISITOR CENTER IN FRANKLIN

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Celebrate the National Park Service’s Centennial, Thursday, August 25, with the Williamson County Convention & Visitors Bureau at the Visitor Center located at Fourth and Main in […]
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