New faces for City of Scottsburg’s Mid-America Science Park
Scottsburg, Indiana – The City of Scottsburg’s Mid-America Science Park (MASP) in Scottsburg, Ind., is one of the most comprehensive education/training and event parks in the country. The flagship of the facility is the Training & Workforce Development Center which serves adults and students each year who are seeking to advance their skills. Additionally, Mid-America Science Park hosts a number of meetings, events/weddings and conferences throughout the year, and is home to a variety of organizations, businesses and associations. Recently, MASP has filled two positions and is excited to introduce the new employees
The City of Scottsburg’s Mid-America Science Park (MASP) first welcomes Tyson Skinner as the new Director of Education and Training. He is responsible for optimizing the training and education opportunities at MASP and looks to increase involvement for the facility as a whole. Education from youth, high school, post-secondary, manufacturing, higher education to life skills and continuing education the facility has the equipment, space and resources to provide a huge impact to the community and region. Tyson’s background in technology, education, state and national networking while also working with students and coaching for the past 26 years, he brings knowledge and commitment to creating a positive impact. A combat veteran in the United States Marine Corps, Tyson brings leadership skills and community service to the frontline and has already opened up opportunities for usage of MASP to new services and organizations. Personally, Tyson also enjoys hiking, kayaking, working out, sports & coaching, comic movies and keeping up with his busy family life with his wife, Stacie, and three children – Van (18), Zane (15) and Maylie (15), along with their golden doodles – Chewy and Dundie.
Secondly, new on staff at the Mid-America Science Park is Emily Keller, as the Senior Concierge. Emily is a lifelong resident of Scott County and graduated from Austin High School, then continued her education at Indiana University Purdue University – Indianapolis with a degree in Tourism, Convention, and Event Management. She is excited to be working so close to home and can’t wait to assist everyone with their meeting and event needs. With an eye for detail and a passion for organizing and scheduling, Emily has the skills to provide visitors and attendees to MASP with a positive experience. Personally, Emily is also an avid concert attendee and enjoys music of all kinds, coffee, decorating and enjoying life as a dog mom to her precious golden doodle – Nash.
“MASP is an amazing facility with amazing potential,” noted Mayor Terry Amick. “We have had these positions come open relatively close to one another and I feel we have a great fit for both areas. Tyson brings years of leadership and program development to the table and Emily is able to pick up and continue the event/conference growth we have had. I personally want to thank Tyson and Emily for their eagerness and enthusiasm and I want to welcome the community to reach out to either of them or just stop by and see what we have in our backyard for the City of Scottsburg. If anyone also has any training they are needing or wanting to see or events that need space, I again encourage you to reach out and we will be happy to have you at MASP.”
MASP Information:
MASP has 112,000 square feet of innovative space with an additional 19 acres
reserved for expansion. The MASP is located 30 miles north of Louisville,
Kentucky, and 80 miles south of Indianapolis. MASP was created thanks to the
constructive collaboration of local leadership, board members and economic
development organizations. The vision for MASP is to be a resource center that
creates, attracts and retains well-paying jobs, enhances learning at all
educational levels and contributes to the vitality and competitiveness of the
region.
If you are interested in more information about MASP please contact:
Tyson Skinner, Director of Education & Training Emily
Keller, Senior Concierge
812-752-9521 ext 1284 812-752-9521
ext 1239
tskinner@cityofscottsburg.com ekeller@cityofscottsburg.com
maspark.org
