Virginia Regional Director Announced

From: "Laura Belleville"
Sent: Thursday, March 14, 2013 6:07:10 PM
Subject: Announcing Virginia Regional Director

ATC Board, Stewardship Council, agency partners, volunteer leaders, and staff,
 

I am thrilled to announce that Andrew Downs has accepted the Southwest and Central Virginia Regional Director position. Many of you know Andrew from his work with ATC's Deep South office where he has been employed by ATC since 2007 as the Regional Trail Resources Manager. Andrew brings a diversity of experience to the Regional Director position. Most significantly he has extensive experience working with agency partners and volunteers. He has also managed and developed crew programs, secured funding for trail projects, and recently initiated the development of a Wilderness Skills Institute. Andrew holds a Masters of Science degree from North Carolina State.
 

Andrew is highly motivated, and is committed to effective management of the A.T. and to ATC. It is a pleasure to offer him an opportunity to professionally grow with our organization. He will be transitioning into his new role starting April 1st. We will allow him time to close out his projects in the southern office while taking the reins on projects and programs in Virginia. We expect that Andrew will be fully settled into his new role by mid-May.
 

Please join me in congratulating Andrew, and welcoming him as the new Regional Director.
 

Laura Belleville

Director of Conservation

Appalachian Trail Conservancy

P.O. Box 174

110 Southpark Drive

Blacksburg, VA 24063

www.appalachiantrail.org

 

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s mission is to preserve and manage the Appalachian Trail – ensuring that its vast natural beauty and priceless cultural heritage can be shared and enjoyed today, tomorrow, and for centuries to come. To become a member, volunteer, or learn more, visit www.appalachiantrail.org.