Illinois Destinations Association Fall Member Meeting: Mayor's Reception at the Historic Fischer Theater.

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! This multi-episode series takes us to Danville, Illinois, for the Illinois Destinations Association Fall Member Meeting. Mayor Rickey Williams Jr. is our host for the kick-off event at the beautifully restored Fischer Theatre.

DISCUSSION

1. Interview with Mayor Rickey Williams Jr.

• The Mayor’s tenure and background.
• Fischer Theater Renovation and Community Impact
• Personal and Racial Reflections on the Theater
• Future Vision for the Fischer Theater
• https://www.cityofdanville.org/

2. Interview with Ashton Greer, Executive Director, Vermilion Heritage Foundation

• Personal background and connection to Danville.
• Role in Theater Renovation and Operations
• Pride and Community Ownership of the Fischer Theater
• Historic Preservation and Vision for the Future
• https://www.fischertheatre.com/

3. Interview with Dana Rowland, Director, Vermilion Advantage (Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development)

• Overview of Vermillion Advantage's mission and scope.
• Chamber and economic development roles.
• Fisher Theater’s Role in Community Development
• Partnership with Tourism Authority
• https://www.vermilionadvantage.com/

4. Interview with Rheanna Ollis, Community Relations Administrator, City of Danville

• Role in organizing events, branding, and communications.
• First Fridays event series
• Downtown Danville’s Atmosphere
• https://www.firstfridaysdanville.com/

5. Interview with Stephanie &  Michael Ewing, The Local (Catering)

• Background in the local culinary scene.
• https://www.thelocalcovington.com/

6. Interview with P.B. Patel, VP Sunrise Hospitality

• Partnerships with the city and local organizations for community growth.
• Positive impact on local tourism and economy.

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KEYWORDS

Illinois Destinations Association, Danville Area Visitors Bureau, Vermilion Advantage, Fischer Theatre, Outdoor Adventure Series

#IllinoisDestinationsAssociation #DanvilleAreaVisitorsBureau #VermilionAdvantage #FischerTheatre #OutdoorAdventureSeries

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