What’s New
Asheville Selected to Host 2020 Maui Jim Maui Invitational College Basketball Tournament
PRESS RELEASE: Asheville has been named the host city in the mainland move of the 2020 Maui Jim Maui Invitational college basketball tournament, which receives national coverage each year by ESPN.
PR Team Update: Notable Clips Featuring the Asheville Area in Regional & National News Outlets
Telling the Asheville story and keeping our vibrant region top-of-mind for media nationwide is a constant focus of Explore Asheville’s PR team. Here are a few of the recent news clips mentioning local industry partners, events, projects and more.
Attorney Addresses How To Handle Anti-Mask Guests; Recorded Webinar Now Available for Viewing
Explore Asheville hosted a webinar on how to handle anti-mask guests and customers on Sept 2, 2020, presented by labor and employment attorney Andria Lure Ryan. View the one-hour recording of the presentation here.
Caring for Our Community
$1 Million Contributed to Relief Fund by Local Citizens & Organizations, including BCTDA
Update on the One Buncombe community fund to help local individuals and small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The Buncombe County TDA announced a lead gift to the fund in a March press release.
Explore Asheville Partners with Buncombe County on Safety Messaging to Protect Public Health
In partnership with Buncombe County Public Health, Explore Asheville kiosks remind visitors and residents about the NC mandate to wear face coverings to protect community and personal health.
The ‘Asheville Cares’ Stay Safe Pledge Supports the Safety of the Local Community
PRESS RELEASE: Tool developed by Explore Asheville with tourism industry is a shared commitment among businesses, residents and visitors; available now for immediate download.
Perspectives
Explore Asheville’s Deputy Director & VP of Marketing Presented with Prestigious Industry Award
Marla Tambellini is a 2020 recipient of the state’s highest tourism honor, a distinction that recognizes members of the tourism industry who have made significant and continuing contributions to the growth and success of NC’s tourism industry.
Hello from Explore Asheville CVB Interim Executive Director Chris Cavanaugh
A note of introduction to tourism industry partners from Explore Asheville CVB’s Interim Executive Director, who began in this role on July 1, 2020, upon the departure of President & CEO Stephanie Brown.
A Fond Farewell After 8 Years of Service to Asheville & Buncombe County
Stephanie Brown is leaving her post as President & CEO of Explore Asheville since 2012. Accomplishments under her inspired leadership and dedicated service are many. Here’s look at just a few of those achievements.
What’s New
Asheville Selected to Host 2020 Maui Jim Maui Invitational College Basketball Tournament
PRESS RELEASE: Asheville has been named the host city in the mainland move of the 2020 Maui Jim Maui Invitational college basketball tournament, which receives national coverage each year by ESPN.
PR Team Update: Notable Clips Featuring the Asheville Area in Regional & National News Outlets
Telling the Asheville story and keeping our vibrant region top-of-mind for media nationwide is a constant focus of Explore Asheville’s PR team. Here are a few of the recent news clips mentioning local industry partners, events, projects and more.
Attorney Addresses How To Handle Anti-Mask Guests; Recorded Webinar Now Available for Viewing
Explore Asheville hosted a webinar on how to handle anti-mask guests and customers on Sept 2, 2020, presented by labor and employment attorney Andria Lure Ryan. View the one-hour recording of the presentation here.
Tourism: Caring for Our Community
$1 Million Contributed to Relief Fund by Local Citizens & Organizations, including BCTDA
Update on the One Buncombe community fund to help local individuals and small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The Buncombe County TDA announced a lead gift to the fund in a March press release.
Explore Asheville Partners with Buncombe County on Safety Messaging to Protect Public Health
In partnership with Buncombe County Public Health, Explore Asheville kiosks remind visitors and residents about the NC mandate to wear face coverings to protect community and personal health.
The ‘Asheville Cares’ Stay Safe Pledge Supports the Safety of the Local Community
PRESS RELEASE: Tool developed by Explore Asheville with tourism industry is a shared commitment among businesses, residents and visitors; available now for immediate download.
Perspectives
Explore Asheville’s Deputy Director & VP of Marketing Presented with Prestigious Industry Award
Marla Tambellini is a 2020 recipient of the state’s highest tourism honor, a distinction that recognizes members of the tourism industry who have made significant and continuing contributions to the growth and success of NC’s tourism industry.
Hello from Explore Asheville CVB Interim Executive Director Chris Cavanaugh
A note of introduction to tourism industry partners from Explore Asheville CVB’s Interim Executive Director, who began in this role on July 1, 2020, upon the departure of President & CEO Stephanie Brown.
A Fond Farewell After 8 Years of Service to Asheville & Buncombe County
Stephanie Brown is leaving her post as President & CEO of Explore Asheville since 2012. Accomplishments under her inspired leadership and dedicated service are many. Here’s look at just a few of those achievements.
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