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Bartley steps into leadership role with Explore Osceola
10 May 2026
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A familiar face in the community is stepping into a new role aimed at bringing local businesses and residents together.
Nicole Bartley, an Osceola native and former Main Street business owner, has been named Executive Director of Explore Osceola, a position she says feels like a natural fit after years of involvement in the community.
“I’ve lived here pretty much my whole life,” Bartley said. “My husband’s also from here, so we’ve got deep roots in Osceola.”
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