About

At my core, I am a storyteller. Through words, images, or experiences I seek, I am forever in the pursuit of meaningful ways to capture and share the world around me.

Writing has been, for as long as I can remember, my means of escape: being able to process, create, and connect through words.

Photography is preservation of the faces, places, and those passing instances which time will take away from us. With strong familial ties, photography has taught me the importance of holding on… to the people we love and the stories they carry.

Music weaves itself into every aspect of who I am and who I want to become, and connects me to places and people in a way nothing else can. It has a way of explaining who I am, even when words fall short.

Travel is both a professional pursuit and a personal passion. It has introduced me to cultures, traditions, and ways of life that have broadened my perspective and deepened my understanding of the world.

This space is a reflection of all the things that inspire me. It’s where my personal passions and professional life intertwine. I hope you find something here that speaks to you.

Education

Master of Business Administration from McNeese State University (2023)
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration & Marketing from University of Louisiana at Lafayette (2018)
Leadership Southwest Louisiana Graduate (2021)
Louisiana Tourism Leadership Academy Graduate (2021)

Professional Experience

Visit Lake Charles

August 2023 – Present
I joined Visit Lake Charles in 2019 as the Manager of Public Relations, eager to share the story of Southwest Louisiana with the world. What started as a role focused on media relations and destination storytelling has grown into leading the organization’s entire social media and communications strategy.

Over the years, I have expanded my expertise—developing and executing digital marketing campaigns, managing influencer collaborations, overseeing content creation, and securing national press coverage. As I moved into the Director of Social Media role and now serve as the Senior Director of Social Media & Communications, I’ve had the privilege of shaping the brand’s voice and vision, blending data-driven strategy with creative storytelling to elevate our destination’s presence. My work now includes:

Developing and executing digital marketing and communications strategies
Overseeing content creation, including photography, videography, and copywriting
Managing media relations and securing national press coverage
Leveraging data insights to refine engagement and audience growth

Owner & Digital Marketing Consultant

Kathryn Shea Duncan, L.L.C. | 2014 – Present
I work with tourism, hospitality, and agricultural brands to elevate their digital presence through providing digital marketing and photography consulting and services, including:

Social Media & Digital Marketing Strategy and Management
Paid and Organic Social Media Promotions
Social-first Content Creation
Influencer Marketing
Community Management
Public Relations and Digital Communications
Vertical, Short-Form Video Creation and Strategy
Photography- Specializing in culinary, portrait, event, lifestyle, and corporate
Voice Over & Narration, Video Ad, Commercial, and Master of Ceremonies Services
Content Writing

My past and current clients include TABASCO®, USA Rice Federation, Louisiana Rice Promotion Board, Louisiana’s Northshore, Acadiana Prescription Shop, Cornerstone Village South, Adeline Clothing, Dianna Rae Jewelry, and Grammy Award-winning artist Wayne Toups.

Past Roles

Special Projects Coordinator – Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce (2018-2019)
Staff Photographer – N2 Publishing (2016-2017)
Marketing and Communications Assistant – Lafayette Habitat For Humanity (2016-2017)

Awards & Recognitions

Destinations International 30 Under 30 (2023)
Southeast Tourism Society Rising Star Award (2022)
eTourism Summit Emerging Tourism Star (2022)
Golden Hammer Award from Lafayette Habitat for Humanity (2018)
UL Lafayette Dean of Community Service Excellence in Service Award (2018)
Louisiana Volunteer Service Award (2018 & 2017)
President’s Volunteer Service Award – Gold (2017)
81st International Rice Festival Queen (2017)
80th Miss Crowley (2016)
Miss Acadia Parish (2014)

Collegiate Scholarships

Delhomme, Leblanc and Associates Scholarship (2015)
Florence Mobouliois Charitable Scholarship (2015)
Billie Ruth Welch Memorial Scholarship (2014)
Fanny Edith Winn Scholarship (2014)
Crowley Rotary Club Scholarship (2014)
Rayne State Bank Scholarship (2014)
UL Lafayette Distinguished Freshman Scholarship (2014)

Organizations & Community Involvement

Imperial Calcasieu Museum – Board Member & Marketing Committee Chair (2019 – Present)
Southeast Tourism Society Recognition Pillar Committee – Member (April 2022 – Present)
Fusion 5 Young Professionals – Member (Sept. 2019 – Present)
Just Imagine SWLA – Project Implementor (July 2022 – Present)
Louisiana Ambassadors Bayou Krewe – Member (Jan. 2017 – Present)
Louisiana Travel Association Development Committee – Member (Jan. 2023 – Present)
Destinations International Public Relations & Communications Committee – Member (Jan. 2023 – Dec. 2024)
Destinations International Development Committee – Member (Jan. 2023 – Dec. 2023)
eTourism Summit Advisory Board – Member (Sept. 2022 – Dec. 2023)
Lake Charles Downtown Business Association – Member (Aug. 2020 – July 2023)
Public Relations Society of America – Member (Jan. 2020 – Dec. 2023)
Southwest Louisiana Public Relations Officers – Member (Sept. 2019 – Dec. 2023)
Chuck Fest Foundation – Board Member & Communications Chair (Aug. 2020 – Dec. 2022)
Visit No Man’s Land – Board Member (Oct. 2019 – Jan. 2023)
Acadia Parish Tourism Commission – FAM & Marketing CommitteesMember (Feb. 2019 – Sept. 2019)
Crowley Main Street – Marketing Committee Member (May 2018 – Sept. 2019)
Crowley Professional Women’s Club – Member (July 2016 – Sept. 2019)
Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Executives – Member (May 2016 – Sept. 2019)
McClure Engineering Creative Placemaking Steering Committee – Member (May 2018 – Sept. 2019)