Fairfield County • September 25, 2025
Good morning, Fairfield County. In the world of career development, 18 years of experience speaks volumes. That's exactly what Holly Kidd brings to OHIO Lancaster as their new career development coordinator. Armed with leadership expertise from Regional Finance, Hertz, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, Kidd stands ready to guide students through every stage of their professional journey—from major selection to résumé polishing and job applications. Her virtual and in-person appointments are available to students, alumni, and community members alike.
Downtown Lancaster is witnessing a remarkable renaissance thanks to Dave and Jason Annecy, who've breathed new life into the historic Gay Fad Studios. Their transformation honors pioneering female entrepreneur Fran Taylor while creating a midcentury glass destination that's drawing national attention. Their "Bottoms Up!" barware convention attracted an astonishing 17,500 attendees, and they've even collaborated with burlesque icon Dita Von Teese—proving that preserving history can be both culturally significant and wildly successful.
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🎓 Holly Kidd brings 18 years of talent expertise to OHIO Lancaster. As the new career development coordinator, she'll help students clarify goals and navigate their professional journeys at Ohio University Lancaster. Kidd's background includes leadership roles at Regional Finance, Hertz, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, where she developed data-driven recruitment strategies. In her position, she'll provide tailored appointments for students exploring majors, preparing résumés, building LinkedIn profiles, and applying for jobs or graduate school. Students, alumni, and community members can connect with Kidd for virtual or phone meetings to discuss career-related questions.
🎨 Gay couple resurrects historic glass studio in small-town Ohio. Dave and Jason Annecy reopened Gay Fad Studios in Lancaster, transforming it into a midcentury glass destination that honors pioneering founder Fran Taylor. The couple designed a downtown mural featuring original Gay Fad patterns, opened a retail store and museum, and launched "Bottoms Up!" - a wildly successful barware convention that drew over 17,500 attendees. They've even collaborated with burlesque icon Dita Von Teese on exclusive whiskey glasses, all while preserving Taylor's legacy as a groundbreaking female entrepreneur who operated decades ahead of her time.
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