Visit Bentonville Advertising & Promotion Commission welcomes new commissioner

Eric Heaney

Bentonville, Ark. (January 28, 2025) — Visit Bentonville announces the appointment of Eric Heaney to the Bentonville Advertising & Promotion Commission.

Heaney serves as general manager of Motto by Hilton Downtown Bentonville, bringing 12 years of hospitality experience, including nine years as general manager. Prior to joining Motto in November 2024, he worked in Broomfield, Colorado.

The Canadian American executive grew up in central Montana and enjoys fly fishing, trail running, and traveling with his wife, Juana, and their infant son.

"Eric's extensive hospitality expertise combined with his passion for outdoor recreation make him an excellent addition to the commission as we continue positioning Bentonville as a premier destination," said Kalene Griffith, president and CEO of Visit Bentonville.

The executive committee members of the commission are Chris Sooter, chairman; Luke Wetzel, vice chairman; and Daniel Hintz, secretary/treasurer. Other commissioners are Aubrey Patterson, Ricky Cortés and Patti Constantakis. For more information, visit www.visitbentonville.com/about-us/commission/.



 

ABOUT VISIT BENTONVILLE 

Visit Bentonville is funded by the Bentonville Advertising and Promotion Commission which was established in 1996. The commission is supported by a 2% tax on lodging and meeting space and a 1% tax on restaurant and dining establishments. The organization's mission is to promote Bentonville as a vibrant experience for all, enhancing the quality of life and stimulating economic development that will strengthen our local economy. Visit Bentonville leads the planning of sports, meetings and group tours while also marketing leisure experiences that include arts, cycling, culinary, film, music and aviation. Visit Bentonville also collaborates with tourism offices throughout the state of Arkansas to create positive economic impact while increasing tourism amenities for both visitors and residents. For more information, visit visitbentonville.com.