Explore Asheville
Allison Bashford is an experienced professional currently serving as the Grants Manager at Explore Asheville, overseeing various tourism-related funds and community outreach initiatives since January 2025. Prior to this role, Allison worked at CASE Consultants International as an Outreach and Logistics team member, focusing on government contracting initiatives and cross-sector planning. Allison's previous roles include Sales Manager at FIRC Group, Inc., and Catering Services Manager at The Omni Grove Park Inn, along with serving as Program Management Office Manager at Riverside Technology, inc., where responsibilities included project management, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement. Academically, Allison holds an MBA from Western Carolina University and a BS in Accounting and Business/Management from the University of North Carolina Asheville.
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Explore Asheville
Asheville is a thriving mountain city featuring a funky and eclectic downtown, 30-plus art galleries downtown alone, a burgeoning culinary scene, a thriving live music scene and, of course, the awe-inspiring scenery of the Appalachian Mountains. The largest private residence in North America, Biltmore Estate, is located in Asheville. Mount Mitchell is the highest point east of the Mississippi River at 6,684 feet, located about 20 miles northwest of Asheville. 88 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway are nearby.