Destination Optimization

Tennessee Digital Marketing Acceleration Program

This flexible, self-paced program is designed to help you attract more travelers through your brand’s presence online. The best part is — it’s completely free for Tennessee tourism businesses.

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Small towns and rural communities are the heart of Tennessee—
but they don’t always show up online when travelers plan a trip.

Through bite-sized training videos and expert guidance, learn how to stand out where it counts: in search results and on major platforms like Google, Tripadvisor and even AI-powered tools.

How It Works

Your Starting Point Know where you’re starting from with a personalized report card that maps exactly how your business appears across major platforms. Click here to request a report.

Your Toolkit Learn at your own pace with the Learning Resources below—a collection of easy-to-follow video tutorials and downloadable guides designed for small businesses. Each course contains a playlist with multiple bite-sized lessons. Watch anytime, revisit as needed and build your skills on your schedule.

Head to the “Video” tab for training courses, or check out the “Links” tab for important resources like Google Business Profile Support and Office Hours.

Looking for quick tips? 👉 Go to the “PDFs” tab under Learning Resources to view our factsheets.

Your Experts Get personalized guidance from friendly specialists who speak your language, not tech jargon. Book free consultations to tackle your specific challenges and get answers to your questions.

Not sure where to start? Here are a few ways you can use Office Hours:

Over 40 Tennessee tourism businesses have already booked Office Hours. It’s quick, customized, and sessions are unlimited and completely free, all thanks to Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. 

Learning Resources

Ready For Personalized Help?

Connect With Us

Book a free virtual consultation with our digital marketing specialists. Whether you’re stuck on something specific or just want guidance on where to start, we’re here to help.
No question is too small, and yes, it’s really free – part of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development’s investment in your success.