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Shane Simmons

Shane Simmons

Profession:

Director of Community Economic Development

Five Words About Me:

Passionate, driven, curious, funny, optimistic

One Surprising Skill:

I possess is the ability to make corn husk dolls

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I am currently the Director of Community Economic Development for People Incorporated in Abingdon, Virginia, co-founder of The Appalachian Project, and a published author. My prior experience includes a stint as a Vice President at BB&T bank where I served as a district manager over 18 retail branches.

My book “Legends & Lore of East Tennessee” won the Award of Distinction from the East Tennessee Historical Society in 2017. I recently co-authored a children’s book headed for publication entitled “Petey the Pink-Tailed Possum: A School Tail” as part of my work with The Appalachian Project (TAP).

I have a passion for sharing my experience and knowledge with others so they can learn from my successes and failures. I feel that having a mentor who can give you a solid foundation for learning can go a long way toward reaching your goals and dreams while avoiding some of the pitfalls.

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ABOUT BEREA

Berea, Kentucky is home to a thriving population of weavers, instrument makers, furniture artisans, jewelry designers, glass workers, potters, painters, sculptors, writers, poets, and musicians.

The story of Berea’s artisan community is interwoven with Berea College, the first interracial and coeducational college in the South.

ABOUT US

The AIR Institute is an empowering ecosystem that provides artists, businesses and communities the tools, resources, and support to learn, connect, and succeed.

The AIR Institute merges the creativity of the arts with the innovation of business to raise the value of arts and creativity in all our communities.

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210 Center Street
CPO 2179
Berea, KY 40404
Phone: 859-985-3195
Email: info@airInstitute.org

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