Stories Worth Sharing
FOOD, TRAVEL & CULTURE THROUGH MY LENS
I'm Mercedes Diane Griffin Forbes, founder and editor-in-chief of DG Speaks. I help destinations, hospitality businesses, and thoughtful brands tell stories that people actually want to experience.
The most memorable partnerships feel like an invitation, not an advertisement. I explore the food, people, traditions and everyday details that give an experience its personality, then turn what I discover into editorial features and original social content.
The Work
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Hotels, tourism boards, restaurants, lifestyle brands, cultural organizations and festivals.
HOTELS & DESTINATIONS
Boutique stays, destination features, culture-rich travel guides, hosted experiences and travel storytelling.
FOOD & CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
Restaurant and chef features, local food producers, markets, culinary tourism and food heritage.
CREATOR CAMPAIGNS
Paid social content, reels, editorial storytelling, brand ambassadorships and product integrations.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Film, food, music and arts coverage, interviews and on-the-ground reporting.
What I Bring
EXPERIENCE THAT SUPPORTS THE STORY
My approach combines thoughtful listening, strong practical experience and partnerships designed around real needs.
A CULTURALLY INFORMED VOICE
My international food systems career complements my work as a travel and cultural storyteller.
A WIDE EDITORIAL RANGE
From cuisine and heritage to wellness and personal discovery, I can follow the people behind a story.
CLEAR COLLABORATION TERMS
We can agree on content, timelines, disclosures, usage rights and deliverables before a campaign begins.
Explore the Resources
PORTFOLIOS & PRESENTATIONS
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Selected Conversations
PUBLISHED WORK & EXTERNAL REFERENCES
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Let’s Connect
LET’S BUILD SOMETHING MEANINGFUL
Have a project, partnership or invitation in mind? Share a little about your goals, location and timing. I would love to explore a good fit.