Apr 18, 2006
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Mark Heath
President and CEO
276.403.5940
Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation
Announces Director of Marketing and Public Relations
Martinsville, VA (April 18, 2006) – The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is pleased to announce that it has hired Crystal France as Director of Marketing and Public Relations.
France joins the EDC from Piedmont Arts where she was Director of Marketing and Public Relations for nearly five years. “Crystal’s exceptional communication skills and enthusiasm for our community make her a great fit,” says Mark Heath, President /CEO of the EDC. “We need to be more proactive in our marketing efforts and let the public know what we’re doing. Adding Crystal to our staff will enable the EDC to more effectively accomplish this important goal.”
France is actively involved in the community as co-chair of the Martinsville-Henry County Community Pride Campaign, member of the Board of Directors of For Art’s Sake!, and a 2005 graduate of the Leadership Development program sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Prior to Piedmont Arts, France was employed by the New York Times Company where she negotiated national procurement contracts and was responsible for portions of the Company’s website.
“I am thrilled to join the exceptional staff of the EDC,” France said. “It’s an exciting time for our area and I look forward to continued involvement in the community with this organization.”
France’s position with the EDC begins May 1, 2006.
The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation is the lead economic development agency serving Martinsville and Henry County. The Corporation’s mission is to create new job opportunities and expand the tax base for the area.
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