Brianna McGuire began her position as ACEnet’s Value Chain Coordinator in January 2023. Brianna provides training and technical assistance to targeted entrepreneur populations via workshops, webinars and 1-1 interactions. She works in multiple sectors, including Artists, Artisans & Makers, Destination & Tourism Creative Placemaking, Healthy Food Access and Farmers Markets. Brianna assists in the development and delivery of a variety of workshops and webinars, including creation of curriculum materials and developing workshop schedules. She has experience with organizing and promoting events, social media marketing, data collection and volunteer management. Brianna articulates ACEnet projects to the community and provides updates through multiple platforms, including social media and creating blog posts. She works with the Director of Programs in researching potential grants, applying for grants and writing grant reports.
Before transitioning to her current role, Brianna worked as the Food Access Partners Coordinator for ACEnet, Community Food Initiatives and Rural Action.
In 2020, Brianna received her Bachelor’s degree from Youngstown State University where she specialized in Marketing and Nonprofit Leadership. She is a lifelong resident of Gallia County and has a deep-rooted appreciation for the beauty, culture, and history of southeast Ohio. In her free time, Brianna enjoys lifting, hiking, reading, writing, and being involved in her church.
