Leveraging the Economic Potential of Arts, Cultural, and Outdoor Recreation Assets
Moderator:
Nicole Muise-Kielkucki, Director at Fourth Economy
Panelists:
Carolann Ouellette, Director of Tourism, Film and Outdoor Recreation, State of Maine
George Ivey, NC Development Director, Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation
Priya Sircar, Founder, Road Openers, LLC, and former Arts and Culture Officer, City of Charlotte
Resources:
Maine Outdoor Recreation Economy Roadmap
Maine Destination Management Plan
EPA Recreation Economy for Rural Communities (RERC)
Wabanaki Cultural Tourism Plan
Blue Ridge Music Center, 2024-2028 Strategic Plan
The Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail
Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina
Charlotte Arts and Culture Plan - State of Culture Report
Charlotte Arts and Culture Plan homepage, available in English and in Spanish