At the Ruston Lincoln Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau, our team is busy every day developing and promoting the tourism economy of Lincoln Parish. In the last year there have been some changes and additions to the office so we would like to take to take this opportunity to introduce our staff to you!
Deana Sherrill, Administrative Assistant
Deana joined the CVB team in May of 2013 as an Administrative Assistant. She is the first face visitors to the area will see and is ready to help with their travel needs. Deana is responsible for sending information packets, maintaining website listings, boardroom bookings, as well as assisting with social media marketing.
Deana came to the CVB from North Louisiana Medical Center where she was the unit secretary for two years. She also has a background in the hospitality industry having served as the administrative assistant for resorts throughout the country.
“After traveling and living all over the United States, it’s really great to be back home in Ruston. Lincoln Parish is such a welcoming place. ”
Deana graduated from Louisiana Delta Community College with and an LPN degree. She moved back to Lincoln parish in 2008 and is the mother of her two year old son, Kingston.
Q&A
What is the most rewarding part of your job?
Getting to meet and speak with all the travelers who stop into the CVB.
What is your favorite things to do in Ruston and Lincoln Parish?
Listening to the live music at Portico, Ponchatoulas and Sundown, and also taking my son to the many parks.
What three items are always in your purse?
My keys, wallet and then my cosmetics bag.
What was your favorite Saturday morning cartoon?
Looney Tunes, of course!
Do you prefer indoor or outdoor activities?
Outdoor activities in the cooler months. My son loves to play outside.
