#WhyWeLoveNola: Ashley Del Buono, Account Executive
BBC is excited to introduce its newest member of the sales team, Ashley Del Buono, Account Executive. Ashley is no stranger to the world of New Orleans tourism and hospitality!
Born and raised in New Orleans, she recently traded her Cajun moniker of Hebert for her charming Italian husband’s.
Ashley loves all things Louisiana…including its wildlife!
Early on, Ashley recognized the important role that the hospitality/tourism industry played, particularly its economic impact on the Crescent City. Initially interested in advertising the city, Ashley worked on the New Orleans Tourism and Marketing Corporation account the summer following Hurricane Katrina.
“The goal was to keep the city in a positive light so that visitors would keep coming back. After such a challenging task, I understood the importance of the New Orleans hospitality and tourism industry and knew that I had to be a part of it.” – Ashley Hebert.
After graduating with an M.S. in Hospitality and Tourism Management from the University of New Orleans in 2010, she joined the sales team at the iconic Roosevelt Hotel and in just four years moved up from her role as Sales Coordinator to Senior Sales Manager.
In addition to being extremely target-driven, Ashley brings a wealth of knowledge from the hotel world, having been selected to participate in the Hilton Worldwide’s Management Development Program, which is based on current performance and high potential for growth. At the core of her success, is the love of her city, which has enabled her to rise professionally, making her the perfect fit for the BBC Team!
Royal Secondlining- Queen of the Krewe of Pontchartrain
“I love NOLA because boredom is never an option; if you can’t find anything to do, you must be dead. But even the dead are still hanging out above ground because they can’t get enough.”
Favorite NOLA Bar: Bayou Wine Garden
Favorite NOLA Restaurant: Katie’s in Mid City
Favorite NOLA Smell: Charbroiled Oysters
Favorite NOLA Hood: Mid City
Favorite Parade: Endymion
Favorite NOLA Saying: “How’s ya Mom ‘n ’em?”
Favorite place to see music: Rivershack
Best NOLA Memory: Family Karaoke at Cats Meow
The perfect day in NOLA: Every perfect NOLA day starts early with Brunch. Next, head to The Cats Meow in the French Quarter for some karaoke…must participate. Stroll down Royal admiring the artwork and listening to the street performers. Make your way down St. Charles Avenue (streetcar preferred) and grab a cocktail at The Tin Roof at the Pontchartrain Hotel overlooking the best city view. Venture further down St. Charles Avenue to Vincent’s for a nice, hearty Italian meal. End the night on your own front porch reminiscing on the day with a scoop (or two) of ice cream from Creole Creamery.
The one thing that every visitor must do: Grrr… this is a tie depending on the visitor…Ride the streetcar all the way down St. Charles Avenue and take in the sights and sounds from downtown to uptown…OR…Attend a Saints game at Home in The Dome; ANY Saints game will do, no matter the opponent, our current record, etc. BUT, don’t forget to wear your black and gold.
