Stuart Butler

Stuart Butler is the President at Visit Myrtle Beach, where he’s redefining destination marketing by writing a non-traditional DMO playbook. A native of England with a degree in Rocket Science from the University of Kent, Stuart pairs analytical precision with creative boldness to design strategies that resonate with modern travelers and elevate Myrtle Beach on the national stage.

A frequent industry speaker and the host of Destination Discourse, Stuart champions industry innovation by sparking bold conversations that challenge the status quo and explore the future of travel marketing. As the creator of the Emmy-nominated Peacock series Traveling the Spectrum, he is a passionate advocate for accessibility, using storytelling to amplify diverse voices and promote a vision of travel that celebrates and welcomes everyone.
In his rare downtime, Stuart can be found commiserating over Manchester United’s latest performance, unpacking Star Wars lore over a craft beer, or building his next LEGO masterpiece.