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     Governor Perdue has named Ransom Moore as the next Executive Director of the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry.

     “Ransom Moore is a devoted employee to the state of Georgia,” said Governor Sonny Perdue.  “He brings a wealth of experience, and I am confident that he will be a great asset to Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter.”

     Moore has acted as the chief operating officer for the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter since 1997.  Previously he worked for the Georgia General Assembly as the Facilities Manager for 13 years.  Moore also serves as vice-chairman of the Houston County Planning & Zoning Commission. 

     “The Authority and I are very excited. Randy has been with the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter for 11 years,” said James E. Sutherland, Chairman, Georgia Agricultural Exposition Authority.  “We are behind him and look forward to working with him to ensure the continued success of the facility.”

     The Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter is a state-owned, multipurpose 1,100+ acre rental complex that is open year-round for meetings, conferences, livestock and horse shows, concerts, rodeos, trade shows, and other events. Since its opening in 1990, the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter has attracted exhibitors, visitors, and vendors to public and private livestock and commercial events.