Minnesota State Fair appoints new CEO

Photo by: Minnesota State Fair - Facebook
Photo by: Minnesota State Fair - Facebook

(St. Paul, MN) -- There's a new person in charge of the The Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Renee Alexander has been selected as the Minnesota State Fair's next CEO. She's been the deputy general manager for over a decade.

Jerry Hammer announced his retirement last year after 27 years in the position.

In a statement, Hammer said "Renee is a qualified and proven leader."