FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 30, 2011
Contact: Wendy Faulconer, Executive Director
(660) 530-5620 Office
(660) 473-4852 Cell
msffoundation@sbcglobal.net
MO STATE FAIR FOUNDATION SELECTS NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
(Sedalia, Mo.) — After an extensive and thoughtful search, the Missouri State Fair Foundation (MSFF) has selected Wendy Faulconer as its new executive director.
“Wendy Faulconer is the ideal person to lead the Foundation into the future,” said Marion Lucas, Foundation Chairman. “Faulconer’s leadership, expertise, and passion for the Missouri State Fair will enable the Foundation to succeed in its mission of preserving, improving and perpetuating the rich heritage of the Missouri State Fair.”
Faulconer has more than 15 years experience working with non-profit organizations and public agencies. She has administered and written grants for the Missouri Department of Education, Missouri Department of Transportation, private foundations, and public schools.
Faulconer has worked closely with the Resource Development staff at Children’s Mercy Hospital to raise thousands of dollars. She is currently Chair of the Children’s Mercy Regional Council, and a member of the Benton County 4-H Fair Board, Daughters of the American Revolution and the Benton County Historical Society. Faulconer is a long time resident of the area and resides in Warsaw with her family. The Fair has been a family tradition for four generations.
“I am honored to have been chosen as the new director of the Foundation, which has made so many important contributions to the Missouri State Fair; and to have the opportunity to take the Foundation to new levels that will have an even greater impact on those who participate in the Fair.”
As the Foundation’s full time director, Faulconer, will carry on the tradition of excellence established by her predecessors. These are challenging times, especially in the nonprofit sector, Faulconer said, however, there is tremendous energy and excitement at the Foundation for growing a philanthropic base that will help the State Fair successfully overcome the challenges of today while building for the future.
“I am looking forward to working with the Foundation’s outstanding board members, donors and volunteers to advance this important work. Together we will continue preserving and creating blue ribbon memories at the Missouri State Fair,” said Faulconer.
2503 West 16th Street * Sedalia, MO 65301
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