(Batesville, IN) – Amy Lunsford has been appointed the City of Batesville’s Economic Development Director.
She succeeds Angela Linville, who recently resigned from the role to pursue another opportunity.
Lunsford joins the City after nearly four years as Executive Director of Batesville Main Street, a nonprofit arm of economic development focused on revitalizing the downtown district.
In that role, she oversaw the projects and events aimed at helping drive economic growth in the Main Street District, while working closely with an all-volunteer board.
“When I took my position with Main Street, I found a real love and passion for this community and moving it forward,” Lunsford said. “My focus was solely on downtown, and now I’m excited to expand that citywide — helping to create a thriving community as a whole.”
In her new role, Lunsford will focus on increasing the city’s economic vitality and quality of life through business retention, recruitment, and community development.
Her priorities for the first year include strengthening community collaboration and supporting local business retention.
“Amy brings a proven track record of moving our downtown forward, and that same energy and commitment will now benefit the entire city,” said Mayor John Irrgang.
She has stepped down as Main Street director but says a transition date has not been established.
Lunsford add she and the Main Street board are working together to ensure a smooth handoff to the new director.
Lunsford grew up in Athens, Ohio, and later lived in Orlando, Florida, before settling in Batesville.
She and her husband, Gary, were college sweethearts who reconnected years later and recently married.
Lunsford lives in Batesville and supports Gary in his bike racing pursuits, plus enjoys their travel and adventures together.
Outside of work, she has a longtime passion for the Drum Corps and Winter Guard communities, having competed internationally in the marching arts and earned a World Championship title.
