What’s New

Explore Asheville President & CEO Stephanie Brown to Depart for Private Sector Position in Late June

Apr 2, 2020 | What's New

PRESS RELEASE: Stephanie Pace Brown accepted a private sector position outside of NC last fall, to begin after the fulfillment of her contract with BCTDA in June.

Frequently Asked Questions: Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund

May 13, 2020 | What's New

Senator Chuck Edwards is filing legislation titled “Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Act” that would enable the creation of a fund for tourism-related businesses.

Sen. Edwards To File ‘Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Act’ Legislation

Apr 24, 2020 | What's New

The Job Recovery Fund will provide $5 million in emergency grant funding for tourism-related small businesses and nonprofits affected by COVID-19.

394 Buncombe Businesses Awarded Pandemic Relief Grants to Restart Operations

Jun 24, 2020 | What's New

PRESS RELEASE: The $5 million grant fund was created by the Buncombe County TDA using revenue from occupancy tax collections designated for tourism product development and is expected to retain or create nearly 4,800 jobs.

CVB President & CEO’s Statement on Hotel Association’s Proposed Changes to the Occupancy Tax

Feb 27, 2020 | What's New

The Asheville Buncombe Hotel Association has developed a proposal for changes to the laws that govern the use of the occupancy tax in Buncombe County.