Jan. 26. The Mooresville Convention & Visitors Bureau has a new executive director. Randy DuTeau, who has worked in tourism, event management and hospitality for more than 30 years, has overseen destination marketing organizations, development for sports commissions, and high-profile sports events, including Ironman 70.3 Augusta, USA Cycling National Championships, and Amateur Athletic Union Cross Country National Championships.

He worked at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic and Paralympic Games, as well as managed a former Olympic venue.

DuTeau

He holds a BS degree from Georgia State University. He is originally from Atlanta and spent the past few decades in Augusta, Ga., with his wife Chele and two children.

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“I am impressed by the enthusiastic welcome I’ve received from everyone. There is an infectious vibrancy about the community partners I’ve met that is inspiring. I’m honored and humbled to have been invited to the team and look forward to utilizing my skills and talents to promote the Town of Mooresville.”

—Randy DuTeau