Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Great Smoky Mountains, the Asheville area attracts newcomers for its astounding quality of life, low crime rate and welcoming entrepreneurial environment. Known for its culinary delights, history, architecture, natural settings and as a Mecca for adventure lovers, Asheville has something for everyone. 
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Ask almost any Chamber member why they are a member and they’ll tell you—in Asheville, it’s the most important way to meet people and grow your business. As North Carolina’s third largest Chamber, the Asheville Chamber includes more than 2,000 businesses, organizations and coalitions. Members know the value a membership provides. Find out how members find value with the Asheville Chamber. 
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Contact Us
If you need additional information, we are delighted to help. Browse the contact information below to find the appropriate department for your questions.
General Inquiries
General Information about the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce:
828.258.6114
member@ashevillechamber.org
General Information about Asheville:
828.258.6109
contactus@exploreasheville.com
Executive
Kit Cramer
President & CEO
(828) 258-6123
Kay Tweed
Executive Coordinator
(828) 258-6124
Finance & Operations
Rojeanous Rush
Vice President of Finance & Operations
(828) 258-6119
Tony Coswell
Building Supervisor
(828) 258-6127
Roger OKelley
Information Systems Manager
(828) 257-4961
Tonya Wiggins
Accounting Assistant
(828) 258-6132
Economic Development
Ben Teague
Senior Vice President/Executive Director of the Economic Development Coalition
(828) 258-6130
Clark Duncan
Director of Marketing
(828) 258-6134
Tim Lampkin
Director of Retention & Expansion Services
(828) 258-6128
Pam Lewis
Director of Entrepreneurship
(828) 258-6116
Laura Johnson
Economic Developer
(828) 258-6137
Heidi Reiber
Director of Research
(828) 258-6120
Jessica Kryzenske
Manager of Talent Development
(828) 258-6118
Member Services/Communications
Phil Pratt
Director of Membership Sales
(828) 258-6115
Vanessa Salomo
Director of Events & Sponsorships
(828) 232-2247
Miriam Metcalf
Administrative Assistant
(828) 258-6114
Erin Leonard
Director of Communications
(828) 258-6131
Amy Jackson
Member Services Representative
(828) 258-6107
Public Policy
Laura Copeland
Vice President of Public Policy
(828) 258-6126
Jeff Joyce
Manager of Public Policy
(828) 258-6122
Convention & Visitors Bureau
Website: ExploreAsheville.com
Tourism Industry Partner Website: AshevilleCVB.com
Fax Number: (828) 254-6054
Executive
Jonna Reiff
Executive Coordinator
(828) 258-6111
Marketing
Marla Tambellini
Deputy Executive Director, CVB
(828) 258-6138
Cat Kessler
Public Relations / Marketing Assistant
(828) 258-6135
Derek Misler
Web Manager
(828) 232-2243
Cate Marvill
Senior Project Manager
(828) 210-2724
Dodie Stephens
Senior Communications Manager
(828) 257-4959
Del Holston
Online Relations Manager
(828) 258-6125
Peter Askew
Senior Digital Strategist
(828) 257-4960
Sales & Group Services
Dianna Pierce
Assistant VP, Sales and Group Services
(828) 258-6108
Carli Adams
Manager Convention & Motorcoach Services
(828) 258-6106
Desiree Monstrola
Senior Sales Manager
(828) 258-6102
Kinsay Sand
Sales Manager
(828) 258-6121
Heather Backer
Leisure Travel Manager
(828) 258-6139
Helena Smuckler
Sales & Service Coordinator
(828) 258-6102
Lauren Harris
Floating Administrative Assistant
(828) 258-6102
Visitor Services
Tom Roberson
Director of Visitor Services
(828) 258-6103
Mary Ramsey
Retail Manager
(828) 210-2721
Charlie Reed
Information Specialist
(828) 258-6109
Elaine Rich
Concierge
(828) 210-2720
Chamber Social Media Links
Asheville Business Blog
http://blog.ashevillechamber.org/
Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=30936788009&ref=ts
LinkedIn
http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=137922&trk=hb_side_g
Twitter
http://twitter.com/AVLChamber
YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/user/ashevillechamber
Flickr
http://www.flickr.com/people/avlchamber/
Convention & Vistiors Bureau (CVB) Social Media Links
Foodtopia (Culinary Tourism) Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/Foodtopian.Society?ref=ts
Asheville Travel Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/Asheville?ref=ts
Asheville Travel Blog
http://blog.exploreasheville.com/
Foodtopia (Culinary Tourism) on Twitter -- @Foodtopia
http://twitter.com/foodtopia
Asheville Travel on Twitter -- @AshevilleTravel
http://twitter.com/ashevilletravel
Asheville Deals on Twitter -- @AshevilleDeals
http://twitter.com/ashevilledeals
Asheville Meetings on Twitter -- @AVLMeetingGuru
http://twitter.com/avlmeetingguru
Asheville Travel YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/user/exploreasheville
Asheville Chamber and Visitor Center Mailing Address
Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce/
Asheville Convention & Visitors Bureau
P.O. Box 1010
Asheville, NC 28802
Asheville Chamber and Visitor Center Physical Address
Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce/
Asheville Convention & Visitors Bureau
36 Montford Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
The Visitor Center is open seven days a week.
Visitor Center is closed New Year’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas, and half days on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
Chamber E-mail, Phone & Fax
E-mail
Phone: 828.258.6101
Fax: 828.251.0926
Directions
From I-240 Eastbound, exit at 4C Haywood/Montford, turn right at light on to Haywood Street. At next stop light, turn right on to Montford Ave. The Chamber building is located on the left.
From I-240 Westbound, exit at 4C Haywood/Montford. Turn right at light on to Montford Ave. The Chamber building is located on the left.