Ashley Mills.
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ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Vision Council has appointed Ashley Mills as the new vice president of Tradeshows & Meetings. Mills is filling the position previously held by Deborah Castor, who stepped down this month after 16 years with the organization.

Mills joins The Vision Council from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, where she served as their director of communications. Prior to that, she held marketing positions with The Council on Foundations, Seenery Productions and served as The Vision Council's director of Marketing & Shows from 2003 to 2006.

"I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to work in the vision industry again," said Mills. "This is such a unique and important sector, where family businesses and global brands come together with a shared goal of providing world class vision care and eyewear products. I look forward to working with The Vision Council's membership, Reed Exhibitions and the eyecare professional community to ensure that the International Vision Expos continue to evolve, innovate and deliver the highest value for exhibitors and attendees, alike."

Mills will officially begin her role as VP of Tradeshows & Meetings on Jan. 25. Members will have the opportunity to meet her at The Vision Council's Executive Summit, Jan. 27 to 29 at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando.