06/18/2026
We are excited to welcome Carli to downtown!
🎉 Please Join Us in Welcoming Carli McBride as Rutherfordton's New Main Street Coordinator! 🎉
Downtown Rutherfordton continues to thrive thanks to the dedication of our small businesses, volunteers, property owners, and community partners. As we continue building on that momentum, the Town of Rutherfordton and Rutherford Town Rising are excited to welcome Carli McBride as our new Main Street Coordinator.
The Town is also grateful for the contributions of Miranda Parker during her time as Main Street Coordinator. Miranda helped build strong momentum for downtown initiatives and community engagement, and we wish her continued success as she begins an exciting new chapter in her career.
Carli brings a passion for community engagement, local economic development, and relationship-building, along with a professional background in education that has equipped her with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Originally from Ohio, Carli made Rutherfordton her home five years ago and quickly became invested in the community she now proudly serves. Through her active involvement with the Rutherford County Farmers Market, she has developed strong connections with local farmers, artisans, small business owners, and community members. Her appreciation for supporting local businesses and creating meaningful community experiences aligns perfectly with the mission of the Main Street program.
As Main Street Coordinator, Carli will work alongside downtown businesses, property owners, volunteers, residents, and our partners at Rutherford Town Rising to celebrate Rutherfordton's unique character while fostering growth and opportunity. She is passionate about creating welcoming events and memorable experiences that encourage people to shop, dine, and gather in downtown Rutherfordton while supporting the nearly 100 small businesses that make our downtown such a special place.
"Downtown Rutherfordton has experienced tremendous momentum over the last several years, and that success is the result of strong partnerships, dedicated business owners, volunteers, and a community that believes in supporting local," said Doug Barrick, Town Manager. "Carli brings the energy, creativity, and relationship-building skills needed to continue that work. Having already immersed herself in our community through the Farmers Market and local events, she understands what makes Rutherfordton special and is ready to help write the next chapter of our downtown story. We are excited to welcome her to our team and look forward to the impact she will have on Downtown Rutherfordton."
Carli shared, "I am honored to serve as Rutherfordton's Main Street Coordinator and look forward to building relationships throughout the community. I am excited to support our downtown businesses, celebrate what makes Rutherfordton unique, and work with others to help our Main Street continue to thrive."
Outside of her professional role, Carli enjoys gardening, traveling, and attending local festivals and community events. These interests have deepened her appreciation for the vibrant culture and sense of community that make Rutherfordton such a special place to live and work.
Main Street is the heart of Rutherfordton, and Carli's passion for community, collaboration, and supporting local businesses makes her a natural fit for this important role. We are excited for the future of Downtown Rutherfordton and look forward to the relationships, partnerships, events, and opportunities that lie ahead.
Please join us in welcoming Carli McBride to the Town of Rutherfordton team and to her new role serving Downtown Rutherfordton!
