Dubuque County Fair Association announced new General Manager

The Dubuque County Fair Association announced their new General Manager.  John Bries, of Asbury. John has an extensive business background, including president and CEO of several area businesses over the years. Most recently, he has been the Treasurer on the Executive Board for Bluff Strokes Art Center, a new local nonprofit for art education and for supporting artists. According to a press release from the Dubuque County Fair John Bries says, “I am a firm believer in creating community for families, I think with my business experience I can help the Fair Association continue to move in the right direction.” John Bries replaces Kevin Kotz, who recently retired from the Association after almost 8 years as the Manager.