The Columbus Area Visitors Center announced Thursday that Karen Niverson will step down from her role with the organization effective May 13 after seven years as its executive director.
Niverson, an Indiana tourism industry veteran, joined the Visitors Center after more than 10 years as the executive director of the Grant County Convention and Visitors Bureau. She also served as president of the Indiana Tourism Association, the industry’s trade group.
“Bartholomew County is fortunate to have such a great team promoting this area as a destination,” Niverson said, calling her work here an honor. “I am confident the Visitors Center will continue to lead the state in destination marketing innovation.
“I am grateful for the support and friendship of so many great leaders here in Columbus. The spirit of collaboration is a hallmark of this community, and I have thoroughly enjoyed serving alongside so many dedicated community champions. I am making this move to have more family time. I plan to stay in Columbus and find new ways to serve the community.”
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