Destination BC Congratulates Marsha Walden on Her Retirement

Destination BC extends its heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to Marsha Walden as she retires from Destination Canada and begins an exciting new chapter focused on family, friends, and fun.

Marsha played a pivotal role in shaping Destination BC as its first permanent President and CEO from 2013 to 2020. During her tenure, she helped guide the organization from its infancy into an internationally recognized leader in tourism marketing and destination development, while championing innovation, collaboration, and a strong vision for British Columbia’s visitor economy.

Destination BC’s Board of Directors, executive team, and staff wholeheartedly congratulate Marsha and thank her for the leadership, strategic vision, and creativity she brought to the organization and to BC’s tourism industry.

“Marsha worked tirelessly from 2013 to 2020 to support BC’s tourism industry and help make our province a global destination of choice,” said Richard Porges, President and CEO of Destination BC. “Her remarkable leadership, bold vision, and unwavering commitment helped establish Destination BC as a trusted industry leader and strengthened the foundations of tourism across our province. On behalf of all of us at Destination BC, I want to congratulate and thank Marsha for her many contributions and wish her every happiness in retirement.”

Marsha’s influence on Destination BC and the broader tourism sector will continue to be felt for years to come. We thank her for her outstanding contributions and wish her all the best in retirement.

Learn more: https://www.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/news/destination-canada-announces-leadership-transition