Sarahgrace Snipes has been named Executive Director at the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival.

“We are excited to have Sarahgrace on the the team,” said Nana Bentisi-Enchill, board chair. “As the pressures of COVID-19 subside and events begin to return, she will take the lead in planning events that work within (North Carolina Governor Roy Coper’s) directives, plus getting acquainted with sponsors and others who are integral to the success of the organization’s activities.”

Snipes is pursuing a Master of Public Administration with a focus in Public Management from the University of North Carolina Wilmington.

According to the organization, The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival “is a non-profit, community focused organization committed to providing a variety of family centered activities held in our historic Downtown Fayetteville. The organization's goals include entertaining the members of our community, promoting and sustaining new and existing business, enhancing a positive community image, and attracting out-of-town visitors, while sharing the cultural and recreational opportunities available in the Fayetteville area. Our greatest mission is to encourage unity through the celebration of our diversity, while educating the public on our rich history, and fostering civic pride.”