Meet the Team

Discover the teams behind VisitAberdeenshire and how they support the region’s visitor economy.

Meet the teams

VisitAberdeenshire’s work is shaped around four key areas; Marketing, Insights and Evaluation, Tourism Development and Corporate Services, all guided by customer, market and industry insight.

Together, our teams promote the North-east of Scotland and support the region’s tourism businesses to thrive, meet the teams below.

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Marketing 

The Marketing team promotes the North-east of Scotland as a must-visit destination, creating inspirational campaigns that highlight the region’s unique experiences. They deliver content across multiple channels, including email, website and social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, while partnering with like-minded brands to amplify the region’s story. Their work helps attract visitors, support local businesses and raise the profile of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire across the UK.

Insights and Evaluation 

The Insights and Evaluation team leads on research and data analysis across VisitAberdeenshire. They manage projects that gather and interpret market intelligence, supporting internal decision-making and helping partners understand tourism trends. By sharing insights publicly, the team positions VisitAberdeenshire as a thought leader in the region’s visitor economy.

Business Services 

The Business Services team underpins the organisation’s operations, providing support across HR, finance, facilities, and health and safety. They ensure strong corporate governance, assist employees, volunteers, and the Board, and lead on educational projects that strengthen the organisation’s impact.

The team drives commercial growth by securing partnerships and advertising opportunities with businesses. They connect brands with VisitAberdeenshire’s audiences through our website, social media channels, and consumer newsletters.

Our Team

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Stacey Milne

Tourism Development Executive

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Rachel Smith

Tourism Business Adviser

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Nikki Walters

Partnership Manager

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Fiona Douglas

HR & Business Services Manager

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Gemma Laing

Advertising Executive

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Laura Wilson

Head of Aberdeen Convention Bureau

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Chris Foy

Chief Executive

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Deirdre O'Donnell

Insights & Evaluation Manager

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