(Spencer)– The Clay County Fair has a new CEO/Manager. It was announced this (Tues.) afternoon Jerome Hertel has been hired to the position. His first day on the job will be this coming April 17th.
Hertel has 24 years of management experience in the fair industry, most recently as CEO of the Alaska State Fair, a position he’s held since 2014. His previous stints include operations director at the Sioux Empire Fair in Sioux Falls. He also served as executive director of the South Dakota State Fair from 2008-2014. Hertel is a native of South Dakota.
In a statement Steve Waller, chairman of the Clay County Fair Board of Directors, says Hertel brings with him years of fair experience, a solid management reputation and a strong financial background. Waller adds Hertel understands the reputation of the Clay County Fair and will continue to grow and expand the fair.
