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Highlights of Part 1 of the 2020 Annual Meeting of the Buncombe County TDA
Part 1 of the virtual 2020 BCTDA Annual Meeting featured an overview of the state of tourism, the presentation of the 2020 William A.V. Cecil Tourism Leadership Award, a call to action by the founder of Black Folks Camp Too, and more.
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How To Maximize Your Digital Brand on Google: Recording & Resources from 360i
How can your business maximize your digital brand on Google? Explore Asheville hosted a partner forum presented by our agency of record, 360i. View a recording of the webinar here on how to use Google to your advantage for free.
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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.
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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.
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Founder & President of Black Folks Camp Too Is Keynote Speaker at BCTDA Annual Meeting October 7
Explore Asheville is delighted to announce that Earl B. Hunter, Jr., Founder & President of Black Folks Camp Too will serve as keynote speaker at the virtual Buncombe County TDA Annual Meeting on October 7, 3:30 – 5 p.m.
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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.
What’s New
Deadline for Business Recovery Grant Program Applications Is January 31 – Apply Now!
Businesses that may be eligible include arts, entertainment, recreation, hotels, restaurants, bars, food services, and others in NAICS codes 71 and 72. Get details here. The deadline to apply is January 31, 2022.
Meet the Explore Asheville Community Partners Honored as CVB Superstars for 2021
Explore Asheville recognizes partners who have made standout contributions to the work we do to promote Asheville and Buncombe County as a destination. Meet the folks we’ve selected as our 2021 Superstars!
Attention Partners: Participate in Explore Asheville’s 2022 Winter Promotion – Here’s How
Explore Asheville is promoting special offers on revitalizing spa and wellness experiences this winter season and are seeking to showcase partners that offer wellness-minded experiences.
Explore Asheville’s Strategic Imperatives
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