LEXINGTON, Ky. – VisitLEX today announced two new hires as it positions the city to rebound from the pandemic and regain momentum by attracting new conventions, events and visitors:

• Jenna Erickson has been hired as destination services manager. She will serve as the primary point of contact for planners of all conventions, meetings and events in Lexington. Erickson also will be responsible for providing and delivering information and services to meeting planners about the resources available before, during and after their event.  

• Mary Jane Speer has been hired as marketing content manager, where she will facilitate the execution of website content and day-to-day social media initiatives. As the front-line brand manager, Speer will generate and share engaging content daily and interact with customers and fans on various web and social media applications.