The Center for Rural Development
Sharon Dodson is an experienced communications specialist currently employed at The Center for Rural Development since September 2007, where responsibilities include writing press releases, photographing events, managing the website, and handling email marketing and social media. Prior to this role, Sharon held news reporter positions at the Commonwealth Journal from May 2005 to September 2007 and at the Somerset-Pulaski County News Journal from March 2003 to May 2007. Sharon earned a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Management from Midway University between 2005 and 2006.
The Center for Rural Development
Established in 1996 through the vision of U.S. Congressman Harold "Hal" Rogers, (KY-05), and other leaders, The Center for Rural Development is a nonprofit organization fueled by a mission to provide leadership that stimulates innovative and sustainable economic development solutions and a better way of life in Southern and Eastern Kentucky. The Center also strives to be the national model for economic development. In its 45-county primary service region--and throughout Kentucky and the nation--The Center: Helps people feel safer through public safety initiatives; lets people tap into their creative spirit through the arts; empowers people through leadership education opportunities; and gives people access through advanced technology. We change people's lives.