A Canal Place Legacy: Preserving the Past and Building the Future with Dee Dee Ritchie of Canal Place Preservation & Development Authority

In this episode of Chamber On-Air, Juli McCoy sits down with Dee Dee Ritchie, Executive Director and Kim Folk Director of Marketing of the Canal Place Preservation & Development Authority and Passages of the Western Potomac Heritage Area. They discuss the impact of heritage tourism, economic development, and exciting projects like the River Park, while reflecting on Dee Dee's more than 20 years of leadership and the legacy she leaves behind. Tune in for a conversation about preserving the past and building the future of Allegany County. 

What is Chamber On Air?

Chamber On-Air is the official podcast of the Allegany County Chamber of Commerce, hosted by Chamber President & CEO Juli McCoy and her Fairy Pod Mother Andrea Kraft. Each episode highlights the stories driving progress in our community. Through conversations with local leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, the podcast shares the stories behind their work while offering insight, inspiration, and a closer look at what keeps Allegany County moving forward.