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Blunt made the announcement at the Republic Early Childhood Center. Herschend’s reappointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending July 1, 2015.
Herschend has been on the board since 1991.
“Every year, Missouri is gaining ground in core content areas, but progress is slow and we need to do better,” Herschend said in a news release. “It will take the attention of all of us to stay focused on improving our standing in education.”
Herschend also has served as president of the Missouri Attractions Association, Ozark Marketing Council and the Missouri Tourism Commission. He is a board member for the Missouri Chamber of Commerce, National Multiple Sclerosis Society and Camp Barnabas.
Herschend Family Entertainment owns, operates or partners in 17 properties in seven states, including Branson’s Silver Dollar City and Celebration City. The company has dual headquarters in Branson and Atlanta.[[In-content Ad]]
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