Wayne County Tourist Commission Announces New Executive Director

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 8, 2026 | Monticello, Kentucky

The Wayne County Tourist Commission is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Conley as its new Executive Director, effective immediately.

A proud product of Wayne County, Emily is a 2001 graduate of Wayne County High School and earned her Bachelor of Business Administration from Eastern Kentucky University in 2006. Over the past 25 years, she has built a distinguished career specializing in customer service, hospitality, multi-unit management, and leadership development.

Emily's professional accomplishments include the Young Professionals 40 Under 40 Impact Award (2021), completion of BRIGHT Leadership Kentucky (2018), and the Barnes & Noble Campus Leadership Award (2017). She is recognized across her industry for her work in affordability initiatives, leadership training, and community service.

"Emily brings the combination of hospitality experience and community investment that this role demands. We're confident she will move Wayne County Tourism forward in meaningful ways." — Kathleen Walls, Board Member, Wayne County Tourist Commission

In her first months, Emily will focus on listening to constituents, developing a vision and mission for the commission, and building a strategic plan. She will also lead Wayne County in upcoming events and activities in collaboration with multiple community partners.

"She has the skills and experience that will ensure good experiences with our visitors." -Tim Ogle, Board Member, Wayne County Tourist Commission

The commission invites the community to join them in welcoming Emily to her new role.

About the Wayne County Tourist Commission

The Wayne County Tourist Commission promotes travel and tourism in Monticello and Wayne County, Kentucky, home to Lake Cumberland, one of the largest man-made lakes in the United States.

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606-341-0639 | lakecumberlandlife@gmail.com