Nurtured New Possibilities for Development

Provided leadership and coordination for ongoing work of Fulton County Tourism Alliance.
Instrumental role in official Fulton County Greenways & Trails Plan and ongoing support for local trails coalitions.
Designed and facilitated 2006 Fulton County Tourism Summit-focus on brand development-attended by 30+ delegates from local tourism interests.
Facilitated transfer of Canton Farmers Market to Canton Chamber of Commerce as part of their downtown revitalization efforts.
Continued work on regional tourism projects, including Illinois River Road National Scenic Byway, Illinois River Country Nature Trail, and applied research regarding visitation at area attractions.
Continued introductory small business advising and support.
Surveyed 40+ local community economic development stakeholders in developing new 4-year plan for Community & Economic Development Education.

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