Presented by the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, the Destination Development Forum brought together a cross-section of community leaders on December 11, 2013 to learn about numerous new projects in development, discuss Asheville’s strengths as a tourism destination, and share ideas for future opportunities that enhance the economic sustainability of our community.

Developing for Destination Appeal – Keynote presented by Mike Konzen, PGAV Destinations

Project Presentations

In the Media:
Leaders gather to discuss local tourism development – Mountain Xpress 12/11/13

Keeping Asheville on the map for tourists – Citizen Times, 12/11/13

Destination Asheville: Local leaders chart course for tourism development – Mountain Xpress, 12/17/13

Please direct any questions to Pat Kappes, Public Affairs Manager.