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Director's Message - January 
New Year - New Direction

Welcome! For those who may not know me, my name is Billie Knowles. I have worked in the PCED office since June of 2022, and am grateful for this new opportunity to serve as your Executive Director! 

My husband, Jim, two stepchildren, Ethan and Ella, and I live in Phillipsburg, and we're all involved in our community in one way or another. As well as being the PCED Director, I am also the Treasurer for the Phillipsburg Chamber and Main Street, and the Vice Chairwoman for The Third Space, d/b/a The Play Space. You can find us at Panther sporting events, dance competitions, and in the parks of Phillipsburg walking our three dogs. We've enjoyed making Phillips County our home!

Change can be difficult, but Phillips County enters each new season with grace. I am looking forward to highlighting the attributes of our county, as well seeking new opportunities that will strengthen our small communities.

The PCED Board of Directors will be undergoing Strategic Planning in February of this year, and I am personally excited to set new goals and priorities, and begin a new, stronger chapter of Phillips County Economic Development. We are grateful to be part of such a wonderful community, and look forward to serving you for years to come!

Billie J. Knowles 
 PCED Director