New Partner Feature: Robert Patterson from Mindtrip

Robert Patterson is the SVP, Tourism Partnerships & Solutions, at Mindtrip. Mindtrip for Business is an AI-powered solution for tourism boards and DMOs that transforms inspirational website and social content into personalized, actionable trip plans. Seamlessly embedded into branded DMO sites, Mindtrip helps visitors move from discovery to real-world experiences while connecting them with local partners. Mindtrip gives DMOs control over recommendations by indexing their content, prioritizing local businesses, and respecting geographic boundaries. DMOs can surface critical updates like renamed businesses, road closures, and featured promotions, layering trusted local intelligence on top of AI results to ensure accurate, on-brand storytelling throughout the visitor journey.

Robert is a solo traveler who frequently travels for live music events. With more than 20 years of experience in travel and tourism, he leads Tourism Partnerships & Solutions at Mindtrip, where he helps destinations use AI to enhance visitor experiences and create value for partners. Before joining Mindtrip, Robert spent 17 years at MMGY guiding digital transformation and product innovation for brands like Visit Costa Rica, the Colorado Tourism Office, Destination DC and Marriott Resorts. He was named one of Skift’s 30 Most Influential Innovators in Online Travel and holds a B.A. in Public Relations and Journalism from Utica University.