CULTURE
We believe that integrity is in short supply.
We believe that expectations should always be exceeded and that your success is a terrific investment. We believe immersion brings insight, that relationships matter, and that hammock naps are tough to beat. We believe in integrity, in adding another leaf to the table, and that partners achieve more than vendors… We believe people will listen—if you say something worth hearing.
Leadership Team
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Laura Davidson
CEO/ Founder
With two-lifetime achievement awards, Laura has dominated our industry for 25 years, pushing boundaries for an ever-growing roster of clients, embracing the new, and building LDPR into the powerhouse it is today.
Laura has played an active role in the travel community through her affiliation with the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association (HSMAI), the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA), the Wellness Tourism Association (WTA), the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and the International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA). In 2008, she was honored with HSMAI’s highest recognition – the Lifetime Achievement Award and received similar recognition from CTO in 2019. She is the founding board member of the Family Travel Association and an Ambassador for Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy. Leading by example, Laura focuses on fairness for all and generosity by all who can—in her own life and via LDPR. As if that’s not enough, she somehow manages to travel the world with her husband and two sons.
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Leslie Cohen
President/ Owner
Leslie has worked alongside Laura Davidson since 2000, and their friendship goes even further back to spa vacations, industry conferences, and NYC neighbors. They share a belief that having the right staff is the foundation for everything good that follows. Leslie and Laura continually re-invest in staff training and development and secure the very best clients from all over the world. Before joining LDPR, Leslie worked at large and boutique agencies immersed in all travel and hospitality industry segments, including city hotels, conference resorts, tourism boards, cruise lines, and tour operators. She is a member of SATW (Society of American Travel Writers), PRSA (Public Relations Society of America's Travel and Tourism Section, HSMAI (Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International), and PR Council. An avid traveler whose bag is always at the ready for the next flight or voyage, Leslie is a travel enthusiast by vocation and passion.
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GINA JEVIC
Chief Operating Officer
With 15+ years of Human Resources and business administration experience, Gina is proud to be known at LDPR as “the employee whisperer." Her passion and commitment to growth and development, infused with her operations expertise, drives the culture at LDPR. She created the blueprint to oversee the people, operations and finance functions of the agency, all while advocating for everyone’s personal and professional success and well-being. An alumni of Mason Gross School of the Arts (Rutgers Univ.) and The American Musical and Dramatic Academy, she believes in the power of continuous learning. Gina holds certificates in Leadership principles from Harvard Business School as well as SHRM. Gina is a proud member of TravelUnity and the PR Council. She can often be spotted globe-trotting with her family of five and when she’s not traveling, she spends her time attending theatre, coaching little league, and volunteering with local community organizations through 4H.
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ASHLEY MONTBLANC DAY
Senior Vice President
A seasoned PR professional, Ashley leads several of the agency’s top destination and resort accounts including Visit Scotland and Portland, Oregon, along with top luxury resorts in the US and the Caribbean. Her high-level networking with the media and the industry at large adds value to our clients and our LDPR team. Always at the forefront of travel trends, Ashley turns creative ideas into actionable programs that generate solid ROI for her clients. And then there’s that ”Glamping” trend… yes, that’s Ashley and her client, The Resort at Paws Up in Montana. Ask her about other trendsetters.
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dana curatolo
Senior Vice President
Europe, local cuisine, cultural connection—Dana magically weaves all of these into everything she does in her own life and for several of our international and domestic luxury partners. As our gallivanting gastronome and European destination expert, she oversees media strategies for some of the top luxury hotels and resorts across Europe, the Caribbean and the U.S. Well-connected, strategic, personable, and tenacious, Dana brings creativity, skill, and savviness to each PR campaign and program she leads.
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MEREDITH LOVERA
Senior Vice President
Shaped by a family tree filled with artists, plus a love of travel and culture and all things Caribbean, Meredith brings a gift for writing and a knack for strategic planning to all her clients. Her talents with hotel openings (and transformations), promotional partnerships, influencer programs, and large-scale media events have translated into innovative programs and major media spotlights for some of our highest-profile clients.
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PAIGE CALLAN
Vice President
Since taking her first international trip at five months old, Paige has developed a strong love of travel and adventure. Paige’s dedication and enthusiasm paired with her creativity, masterful media skills and strategic thinking has helped her to execute a variety of cutting-edge programs for clients based around the world. She is LDPR's resident MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) specialist, leading group-focused programs for clients.
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CLAIRE SKINNER
Vice President
Born from globe-trotting, high-end residential architect parents, Claire was raised with a passion for travel and fine design. A natural storyteller with magnetic energy, Claire's secret weapon lies in her ability to uncover hidden stories for her clients like golden nuggets. She has a certain je ne sais quoi (did we mention she speaks French?) that led her to successfully oversee destination tourism campaigns to boutique hotel property openings, brand partnerships, and even star-studded events.
WE STRATEGICALLY PARTNER WITH COMPANIES, PEOPLE, AND CLIENTS THAT SHARE OUR VALUES.
Women-owned, LDPR is an inclusive, empowering environment where every voice is heard. A savvy group of socially conscious forward-thinkers and doers, we are proud to close the gender pay gap, embrace our differences, and provide opportunity without bias. A member of TravelUnity, Minorities in Media, and the PR Council, we partner with companies, people, and clients that share these beliefs.
Philanthropy is core to who we are
Our staff receives additional paid time off to volunteer and support local charities. Fortunate beyond measure, we’re proud to be an ambassador for A&K Philanthropy, a supporter of World Central Kitchen, a teachers-sponsor at Benin, West Africa’s Sain Farm School, and a donor to various Caribbean community foundations. Of particular interest are group activities in our NYC home base such as mentoring girls and women, donating to clothing drives, hosting an after-school carnival for kids, and volunteering at a pet shelter. We also set aside funds to respond to world events/crises as we consider our role, small but mighty, in striving for the greater good.