About the Craven County
Tourism Development Authority
The Craven County Tourism Development Authority was established under the provision of Articles 40 and 41 of Chapter 908 of the North Carolina General Status and by resolution of August 23, 1983. The nine (9) member board oversees the expenditures of funds generated by a six (6) percent occupancy tax collected by accommodations of five (5) units or more.
Visit New Bern Staff

Melissa Riggle
Executive Director

Tammy Rodriguez
Visitor Center Representative

Judy Avery
Social Media Consultant

Melissa Riggle
Executive Director

Tammy Rodriguez
Visitor Center Representative

Judy Avery
Social Media Consultant
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