What’s New
Tourism Community Update: A Recap of the January Meeting of BCTDA
The Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority has launched the TOURISM COMMUNITY UPDATE, an e-newsletter that provides highlights of BCTDA meetings. Click through to read a recap of the January 2021 meeting, including links to the recording of the meeting.
$900B COVID-19 Recovery Package Benefits Small Businesses & Tourism Community
The $900 billion federal COVID-19 recovery package signed into law on December 27 contains significant benefits for small businesses and the tourism community, as well as for individuals. Here are some of the provisions.
Meet the Six Tourism & Municipal Partners Recognized as 2020 Explore Asheville CVB Superstars
Explore Asheville recognizes tourism partners who have made standout contributions to the work we do to promote Asheville and Buncombe County as a destination. The 2020 Superstar awards also included municipal partners.
Caring for Our Community
Annual Tradition at Explore Asheville Holiday Party: Toys for Tots Drive to Benefit Local Children
The Toys for Tots drive has always been a cherished holiday tradition with tourism partners demonstrating their generosity in providing for our community’s children. With the need for donations greater than ever, partners can participate this year online.
More on Buncombe County TDA’s Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund: Updates & Media Coverage
Media coverage about recipients of grants from the BCTDA’s $5 million COVID relief fund includes stories and comments from industry partners on how the initiative is helping them safely and sustainably reopen and reinstate or generate jobs.
The ‘Asheville Cares’ Stay Safe Pledge Supports the Safety of the Local Community
PRESS RELEASE: Tool developed by Explore Asheville with tourism industry partners is a shared commitment among businesses, residents and visitors; available now for immediate download.
Perspectives
Author & Former Mayor of New Orleans Shares Insights on Issues of Equity
Hosted by Leadership Asheville and Asheville Area Arts Council and sponsored by Explore Asheville, this series focuses on Equity in Creative Placemaking. The kickoff featured the insights of Mitchell Landrieu to include the issue of removing confederate monuments.
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.
What’s New
Tourism Community Update: A Recap of the January Meeting of BCTDA
The Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority has launched the TOURISM COMMUNITY UPDATE, an e-newsletter that provides highlights of BCTDA meetings. Click through to read a recap of the January 2021 meeting, including links to the recording of the meeting.
$900B COVID-19 Recovery Package Benefits Small Businesses & Tourism Community
The $900 billion federal COVID-19 recovery package signed into law on December 27 contains significant benefits for small businesses and the tourism community, as well as for individuals. Here are some of the provisions.
Meet the Six Tourism & Municipal Partners Recognized as 2020 Explore Asheville CVB Superstars
Explore Asheville recognizes tourism partners who have made standout contributions to the work we do to promote Asheville and Buncombe County as a destination. The 2020 Superstar awards also included municipal partners.
Tourism: Caring for Our Community
Annual Tradition at Explore Asheville Holiday Party: Toys for Tots Drive to Benefit Local Children
The Toys for Tots drive has always been a cherished holiday tradition with tourism partners demonstrating their generosity in providing for our community’s children. With the need for donations greater than ever, partners can participate this year online.
More on Buncombe County TDA’s Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund: Updates & Media Coverage
Media coverage about recipients of grants from the BCTDA’s $5 million COVID relief fund includes stories and comments from industry partners on how the initiative is helping them safely and sustainably reopen and reinstate or generate jobs.
The ‘Asheville Cares’ Stay Safe Pledge Supports the Safety of the Local Community
PRESS RELEASE: Tool developed by Explore Asheville with tourism industry partners is a shared commitment among businesses, residents and visitors; available now for immediate download.
Perspectives
Author & Former Mayor of New Orleans Shares Insights on Issues of Equity
Hosted by Leadership Asheville and Asheville Area Arts Council and sponsored by Explore Asheville, this series focuses on Equity in Creative Placemaking. The kickoff featured the insights of Mitchell Landrieu to include the issue of removing confederate monuments.
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.
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