Ashley Kershner has been named the new executive director of Lynch’s Landing.
For the past three years, Kershner has led the marketing, branding and development efforts for Lynchburg Parks and Recreation. During that time, she launched the popular events "Food Truck Thursdays" and "Movies in the Park," and secured $81,000 in federal grant funding for the Lynchburg Community Market.
"Ashley’s background and experience makes her an ideal candidate to lead our organization in accomplishing our mission to promote a vibrant and engaging downtown," says Linda Jones, Board President of Lynch’s Landing. "Ashley and our Board are dedicated to further establishing our downtown as a favorite destination for residents and visitors alike."
Kershner also lead the grassroots component of the Academy Historic Theatre’s Matching Challenge Campaign, an effort that raised more than $750,000 in 90 days. She also has served as vice president of the Young Professionals of Central Virginia, communications director and box office manager for Endstation Theatre Company, and a food writer for The Burg and Lynchburg Living Magazine.
Kershner will start her work with Lynch's Landing on Monday, April 25.
For more information Contact:
Linda Jones
Board President, Lynch’s Landing
(434) 841-8980
