On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 5 PM CT, members of Home Hosts had the opportunity to engage in an insightful Zoom discussion with Julie Gilbert, President & CEO of Destination Door County (DDC).
To learn more about proven methods to optimize your bookings, Home Hosts has previously sponsored members-only forums on this topic. If you’d like access to past recordings or this discussion with Julie Gilbert, email hello@homehosts.org. Also, please support the work of Home Hosts and consider becoming a member.
In this session, Julie explored:
- The Impact of Economic Changes: A look back at how past economic shifts have affected the lodging sector in Door County.
- Tourism Forecasts: Key insights into local tourism trends to help anticipate consumer demand, including its potential effects on nightly rates and bookings.
- Promoting Your Property: Strategies for leveraging DDC’s extensive market reach to effectively promote your lodging property.
Join us as we reflect on this valuable conversation and gain insights to enhance our understanding of the lodging landscape in Door County.