Solimar’s Destination Investment Compass equips DMOs with a turnkey system to unlock public grants, attract private capital, and structure public-private partnerships that finance sustainable tourism growth.
The Challenge
Successful destinations never lose sight of whom they serve: the people who call the place home. When residents feel heard and see tangible benefits from tourism through better jobs, protected natural and cultural assets, and vibrant downtowns, support for the visitor economy soars. Yet most destination organizations still rely on a once-a-year sentiment survey or the occasional town-hall meeting, leaving large segments of the community unheard and important nuances overlooked. Whether you are launching a new tourism strategic plan or simply want a “virtual suggestion box” for ideas and concerns, an inclusive engagement approach is essential to making tourism work for residents.
Our Community Engagement Platform gives every resident a seat at the table and turns their real-time input into actionable insight
Solution Features
Idea Submission
Invite participants to submit their own unique ideas, or support other ideas and leave feedback in a comments field
Instant Polls
Allow participants to select from a list of choices determined and controlled by your site administrators.
Photo Sharing
Create a visual of the community by asking participants to submit photos or interact with options in a visual preference survey.
Surveys
Offer a comprehensive list of open- or closed-ended questions that participants can answer quickly on a specific subject.
Map Ideas
Participants have the ability to tie their ideas to any location on the map. You can also define geographic boundaries for your project using Esri’s map integration.
Who’s Listening
Let participants know who is taking their feedback into account and responding to their ideas in order to humanize your online dialogue.
Incentivize Engagement
Participants earn points every time they engage — points they can use to redeem the rewards you provide. Recognition is an effective way to thank participants and encourage them to continue the conversation.
Join the Conversation
Administrators can leave feedback and updates on ideas submitted by participants, helping keep the conversation going and ensuring participants that their voices are being heard.
Management Dashboard
You and your team will be able to craft your community questions and schedule your conversations to optimize engagement, all while keeping your participants up-to-date on the progress their ideas are making.
How Our Solutions Works
Success Story:
Visit Alamosa, Colorado
“Solimar’s Community Engagement Platform turned our residents into active co-planners of Alamosa’s visitor economy. Their input is now guiding every decision in our new tourism master plan.”
– Kale Mortenson, Executive Director,
Visit Alamosa
Ready to Take the
Next Step?
We are here to help you unlock the full potential of your destination. Whether you’re looking to develop a strategic tourism plan, foster sustainable growth, or engage local stakeholders, our team brings the expertise and dedication to guide you every step of the way. Contact us today to learn how our customized services can support your destination’s goals and create lasting positive impact. Let’s work together to build a thriving, sustainable future for your community.
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