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DOWNTOWN LYNCHBURG ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES FIVE NEW WINNERS OF THE 2025 LAUNCH LYH PITCH COMPETITION
DOWNTOWN LYNCHBURG ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES FIVE NEW WINNERS OF THE 2025 LAUNCH LYH PITCH COMPETITION$100,000 in cash grants awarded to support small business startups and expansions in Downtown Lynchburg Lynchburg, VA – Downtown Lynchburg Association is thrilled to announce the winners of its third and final Launch LYH pitch competition. This innovative program fosters economic growth and revitalizes the heart of Lynchburg by supporting promising entrepreneurs eager to start, relocate, or expand their
Downtown Lynchburg Association Announces Leadership Transition
Downtown Lynchburg Association Announces Leadership Transition Lynchburg, VA – After nearly a decade of transformative leadership, Ashley Kershner will step down as Executive Director of the Downtown Lynchburg Association (DLA) later this summer. Kershner has led the organization since 2016, during a period of significant growth and revitalization in Downtown Lynchburg. Under her leadership, DLA launched impactful programs such as Bright Nights on the Bluffwalk, Launch LYH, Movies in the Park, Fireworks
