By Paige Nash

Webster Parish Convention and Visitors Commission (WPCVC) has added a fresh face to the table and with that, hopefully, some fresh ideas and perspective.

When one commissioner leaves, another is recommended.

Following Commissioner Tracy Campbell’s announcement at their September meeting that he will be rolling after serving six years, Campbell made a recommendation on who could take his seat. The Webster Parish Police Jury approved that recommendation earlier this month and Brandon Perryman was welcomed to the WPCVC.  

“I’m really excited about it,” said Perryman. “There are some really great people on this board that are doing an excellent job and I’m honored to have been asked to be on it with them.” 

Perryman also currently serves on the Greater Minden Chamber and their Minden Steering Committee. He recently joined the Recreation Center’s Sports Committee and is the Vice-President of Dixie Overland Waterworks and owner of Perryman Welding and Construction. Perryman and his wife Laura are also part owners of Dorcheat Bayou Rentals. 

When asked if he had any ideas or immediate plans that he would like to execute upon joining WPCVC, he said, “Right now I would say my plans starting off is to see what plans or ideas are in place for this coming up year and what their goals are and see if I can help with that.” 

WPCVC Executive Director Serena Gray is excited to get Perryman on board.  

She said, “Brandon Perryman will make an excellent addition to our board of commissioners. He has been an active partner in our efforts promoting outdoor recreation for Webster Parish for two and a half years and truly has a heart to make our community a better place. I am filled with anticipation as we prepare to enter the new year and I’m ready to hear more about the vision he has for tourism in Webster Parish.” 

The commission will meet again after the new year but have plenty of upcoming events scheduled to finish off 2023. Check out their website https://www.visitwebster.net/ for more information.