Greater Myrtle Beach Collaborative CEO Matt Pivarnik recently joined the DMOU podcast to discuss how collaboration among the chamber of commerce, destination marketing, and community development is creating stronger communities and better outcomes.
Hosted by industry leader Bill Geist, DMOU features conversations with leaders shaping the future of destination marketing and community development. During the episode, Pivarnik shared lessons from his experience leading collaborative organizations in multiple communities and discussed how those experiences are helping guide the Greater Myrtle Beach Collaborative.
The conversation explored the value of bringing organizations together while maintaining distinct missions, funding and governance. Pivarnik also highlighted the importance of transparency, accountability and collaboration in building trust with residents, businesses and public partners.
The episode also touches on the Grand Strand's continued growth, evolving resident needs and the role tourism plays in supporting quality of life and long-term economic prosperity.