Jodi,

I thought this story would not only interest you but a large portion of your audience. The King Arts Complex continues to spotlight African-American culture through arts and music and has appointed a new executive director during its 25th anniversary year.

If you would like to speak with Ms. Neely please let me know.

Thanks,

Dan Hedman
Assistant Account Executive
Paul Werth Associates
10 North High Street, Suite 300
Columbus, OH 43215
P: 614-224-8114
C: 603-997-1626
dhedman@paulwerth.com



September 24, 2012


Neely Named Director of King Arts Complex
The King Arts Complex Caps Off Its 25th Anniversary By Naming Demetries Neely Executive Director

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The King Arts Complex Board of Trustees voted to appoint Demetries Neely as its executive director.

“I am very proud to serve in this role,” Neely said. “We serve central Ohio and greater Columbus and we are focused on bringing artistic excellence not just to the city, but the state and the region.”

Neely served on The King Arts Complex Board of Trustees for 12 years, most recently acting as the interim director. She worked at Nationwide Insurance for 22 years prior to retiring in 2008. 

With The King Arts Complex named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Neely said it is humbling to work for an organization, which carries on his message and his legacy. “The King Arts Complex continues to be a beacon not only for the African-American community, but for the entire city,” Neely said. 

The King Arts Complex celebrated its 25th anniversary earlier this year. It spotlights the contributions of African-Americans to the culture and history of America and the world. The Complex strives to be an oasis for cultural and educational activities as well as a community facility serving Columbus, Ohio and the surrounding area. 

Neely holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Johnson C. Smith University, a Master of Arts in Black Studies from the School of Humanities at The Ohio State University and a law degree from the Moritz College of Law at The Ohio State University.

For more information about the King Arts Complex and its upcoming events, please call 614-645-KING (5464).

About the King Arts Complex

Opened in March 1987, The King Arts Complex is located on the near east side of Columbus, Ohio, in one of the oldest areas of African-American life in the city. Serving as a major anchor for development in the King-Lincoln District, the Complex is an oasis for cultural and educational activities as well as community facility for special events. The Complex offers performing, cultural and educational programs, which increase and disseminate knowledge regarding the vast and significant contributions of African-Americans to the culture and history of America and the world.

MEDIA CONTACT: 
Dan Hedman
Assistant Account Executive
Paul Werth Associates
10 North High Street, Suite 300
Columbus, OH 43215
P: 614-224-8114
C: 603-997-1626
dhedman@paulwerth.com

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