Maria Miller – Former Executive Director for Convention and Visitors Bureau – Medora, North Dakota
“I had the pleasure of hosting Dan and Tami for a FAM Tour, and their dedication and passion for their craft were immediately evident. Dan & Tami (the creator behind the blog Country Pilgrim, now Midwest Small Town) showcased an unparalleled level of enthusiasm, and energy through the entire experience. Their commitment to delivering comprehensive and detailed content truly exceeded all expectations. Their attentiveness to every detail, combined with their vibrant personalities, made the FAM Tour not only informative but also incredibly enjoyable for everyone involved. The content that Dan produced following the tour was not only thorough and detailed but also managed to capture the beauty of the Medora Area in a way that resonated deeply with his audience. His ability to weave together storytelling with factual information was remarkable, creating a vivid narrative that showcased the area’s attractions and unique features. Dan and Tami’s passion for rural areas and travel shines throughout their work. Their dedication to providing valuable and insightful content is commendable, seeking authentic experiences and detailed guidance about America’s small towns. Overall, I highly recommend Dan and Tami to anyone seeking genuine well-researched and engaging content. Their professionalism, energy, and commitment to excellence make them a standout in the field, and their contributions to promoting destinations like the Medora Area are truly invaluable.”
Kerrie Kuiper – Executive Director for Visit Fort Dodge – Fort Dodge, Iowa
“Visit Fort Dodge has had a great experience working with Dan. He attended one of our FAM trips, took extensive videos during his trip, and created nice short videos from the content. He works hard to be accommodating and supportive of the tourism industry in small rural communities, especially in terms of budget. We look forward to working more with Dan in the future.”
“There is a comfortable feeling in small towns. It is salubrious” – Andie MacDowell
Sara Broers – Co-Owner of the Midwest Travel Network, Owner of Social Connections – LLC, and Author of “100 Things To Do in Iowa Before You Die“
“Dan is always thinking on how he can improve his work. It’s been fun working with him the past couple of years. Both Dan and Tami are set to soar.”
“This country is made up of small towns and big dreams” – Brian Mulroney
Kiana Johnson – Executive Director – O’Brien County Economic Development – O’Brien County, Iowa
“I have worked with Dan for a few years, and he has done amazing work for us. His enthusiasm and passion is very natural and real. You can tell he really enjoys what he’s doing. He has visited many of our sites, attractions, and communities in O’Brien County. In addition, he visited with owners of business and community members while producing excellent videos and blog posts to highlight our county as a 2023 Tourism Ambassador for the county – which we were excited to receive a Travel Iowa tourism award in the category- Outstanding Marketing Collaboration (Rural)” for the Blogger Ambassador Campaign. Working with Dan has been an excellent experience and I look forward to continuing working together.”
