Explore Asheville
Cassidy Santander is a seasoned public relations manager currently serving at Explore Asheville Convention & Visitors Bureau, responsible for developing media relationships and securing coverage through targeted outreach. As a freelance journalist since 2018, Cassidy has contributed to notable publications such as Illinois Newsroom and Southerly Magazine. Previous roles include content director at Citizen Vinyl and news anchor/reporter at Blue Ridge Public Radio, where Cassidy focused on local news and issues such as education and public health. Early career experiences include hosting and producing segments at WNIN Tri-State Public Media and an internship at Chicago Public Media. Cassidy holds a B.A. in Journalism, International Studies, and Spanish from the University of Kentucky and has also studied at Universidad de Belgrano and Saint Louis University.
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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.