{"id":25522,"date":"2017-10-02T13:40:32","date_gmt":"2017-10-02T13:40:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/visitmuncie.flywheelsites.com\/?page_id=25522"},"modified":"2025-12-08T14:30:31","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T19:30:31","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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About Destination: Muncie<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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OUR MISSION<\/h3>

Destination: Muncie works tirelessly to enhance the economy and quality of life of Muncie\/ Delaware County by collaboratively leading the marketing and promotion of the region\u2019s attractions, cultural assets, and outdoor amenities.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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OUR VISION<\/h3>

Muncie and Delaware County will be known and respected for offering extensive, unique, one-of-a-kind experiences that entertain and educate in one of the best towns in the U.S.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Muncie:
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Our vibrant community offers a spectacle of fantastic, world-class <\/span>opportunities<\/span> to experience whatever <\/span>your<\/span> pass<\/span>ion may be.<\/span> When setting foot <\/span>in<\/span> our <\/span>Delaware County<\/span> you<\/span> will quickly<\/span> realize, first-hand, the true meaning of <\/span>\u201c<\/span>Hoosier <\/span>Hospitality<\/span>.<\/span>\u201c Here<\/span>, you will <\/span>soon <\/span>discover a new favorite getaway <\/span>destination. Lasting memories are created <\/span>here, and our inclusive attitudes will please and excite any <\/span>traveler<\/span>. <\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
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MUNCIE IS ICONIC…<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Bob Ross<\/h3>

Find your inner artist in Muncie<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Jim Davis & Garfield<\/h3>

Meet Muncie’s favorite fat cat<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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David Letterman<\/h3>

The Harvard of Muncie’s<\/em> fav alum<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Lori Jessee<\/strong><\/h2>

VISITOR
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Lori could tell you a story about nearly everything on this website, and would tell them all with a smile.<\/p>

She was born and raised in nearby Yorktown and comes from a large family, most of whom reside right here in Delaware County.<\/p>

When she is not golfing with her husband, she is swimming, reading, painting or hiking the mixed use trails with her Husky Eskimo\/Shiba Enu puppies in the Red Tail Conservancy area of the reservoir.<\/p>

Lori\u2019s favorite saying is \u201cYou are never too old to learn something new,\u201d and she has demonstrated that throughout her life as a student at Ivy Tech and Ball State University, as well as in her career that has included stints in sales, marketing, management, and entrepreneurship.<\/p>

Lori has two children, two grandchildren and is expecting her second great grandchild.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Jeff Neff<\/strong><\/h2>

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT<\/strong><\/p>

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Jeff Neff is more than just a fun name to say. He\u2019s a perfect and fun fit for marketing Destination: Muncie.<\/p>

After growing up in Yorktown and becoming an Eagle Scout, he went on to Ball State, where he not only graduated with honors, but he also was a cheerleader. Early in his career, he helped manage one of Muncie\u2019s most historic and famous watering holes, The Chug, before going on to become the Marketing Manager at Harrah\u2019s Hoosier Park, where he led social media and advertising efforts to develop the brand and promote events.<\/p>

Jeff and his dog Hugh are big fans of kayaking the White River, local farmers markets and Bruce\u2019s Pizza at the Heorot.<\/p>

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Lena Reid<\/strong><\/h2>

COMMUNICATIONS
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Lena Reid is a team player with an eye for detail. As a small business owner, she has developed a wide spectrum of skills, including digital marketing and content creation which make her perfect in her role with Destination: Muncie.<\/p>

Lena has also been a key player in the ongoing development of Muncie\u2019s Madjax Maker Force, a downtown collaboration of employers and educators that facilitates entrepreneurial development. She has handled event management and community engagement while curating social media posts and graphic design.<\/p>

Because of our area\u2019s incredible natural resources, Lena and her family spend lots of time together camping, especially at Prairie Creek Reservoir, where they have a seasonal site. Lena also volunteers with Muncie Civic Theatre, which has developed a national reputation for excellence.<\/p>

Lena lives by Eleanor Roosevelt\u2019s quote, \u201cThe future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.\u201d<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Joni Beymer<\/b><\/h2>

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The job description of Business Manager for Destination: Muncie must have had Joni Beymer in mind.<\/p>

In addition to a long stint in a similar role at the Horizon Convention Center where she handled numerous financial, human resources and administrative roles, she has run her own business and loves the Muncie community.<\/p>

Joni studied Business Administration at Ivy Tech and continues to better herself by taking classes at Shafer Leadership Academy and by being a member of the East Central Indiana Human Resources Association. She also graduated from the Academy of Community Leadership in 2012.<\/p>

Joni partakes of Muncie\u2019s great outdoor assets like the Cardinal Greenway and Prairie Creek Reservoir before enjoying Muncie feasts at places like Pizza King, Puerta Vallarta and Greek\u2019s in the Village.<\/p>

She carries herself in a manner that is consistent with her favorite quote, \u201cWhat wisdom can you find that is greater than kindness.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Board of Directors<\/strong><\/h2>

Jarod Walls \u2013\u00a0President<\/p>

Dillon Carpenter \u2013 Treasurer<\/p>

Sally Piper\u00a0\u2013 Secretary<\/p>

Brooke Bantz<\/p>

Patty Goddard<\/p>

Heidi Hale<\/p>

Kenneth Reed<\/p>

Yolanda Taylor<\/p>

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