Speaker Profile

Leslie Walker, CHSP, CATP

Founder & Creative Tourism Consultant, Leslie Walker Consulting

Leslie Walker is a nationally recognized tourism consultant and storytelling strategist who helps destinations and small business communities turn authentic stories into powerful marketing tools. As the founder of Leslie Walker Consulting, she works with economic developers, tourism leaders, and entrepreneurs to uncover overlooked assets, develop tourism-ready products, and position places and people for long-term visibility and growth.

Known for her work on initiatives like Accessible North Alabama and for curating content at TBEX, the global travel content creator conference, Leslie blends creativity with strategy to move the needle for communities of all sizes. Her approach to storytelling is rooted in practical tools, not fluff, helping businesses turn what makes them unique into what makes them unforgettable.

Upcoming Events

TBEX North America 2026

June 23 - 26 * Richmond, Virginia

TBEX Asia 2026

August 20 - 23 * Almaty, Kazakhstan

TBEX Türkiye 2027

September 7 – 10 * Izmir, Türkiye