John LaVerne

John LaVerne

John LaVerne

Tour Business Coach

John founded Bulldog Tours in 2001 as a hobby with a goal of helping preserve his hometown. This sustainable tourism model has raised over $4M to help preserve many of Charleston’s most historical landmarks. Bulldog Tours offers a variety of history, food, pub and ghost walking tours with over 50 tour guides.

John is the Chairman of the Charleston Area CVB’s Travel Council and on the Advisory Board for the College of Charleston’s Hospitality Tourism Management Department.

Kelsey Tonner
Founder & Lead Coach

Kelsey is the founder of Guest Focus and the Be a Better Guide Project.

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Chad Krolouski
Director & Lead Coach

Chad is an experienced tour leader, trainer and tour business consultant.

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John LaVerne
Tour Business Coach

John founded Bulldog Tours in 2001 as a hobby with a goal of helping preserve his hometown.

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