Dave Evans has been named advertising director of Ironton Publications Inc., which publishes The Ironton Tribune and The Tribune Extra.

"We're pleased to have Dave on our team," said Kevin Cooper, president and publisher of Ironton Publications. "His enthusiasm and organizational skills will greatly help our newspaper be the best newspaper possible for our readers and our advertising clients."

Evans, 33, is an Ashland, Ky., native. He has worked in sales for more than 12 years and most recently was self-employed as Internet solutions provider in the Tri-State. Evans also was the first online manager of The Herald-Dispatch in Huntington, W.Va., a position he held for almost six years.

"I am thrilled by the opportunity and I believe in what The Tribune is doing as a community newspaper," Evans said. "Our sales staff is highly skilled and knowledgeable. Each of them really cares about their customers and wants to help them improve their businesses."

Evans said he's excited by the opportunities working for a community daily offers.

"I genuinely believe the newspaper offers a great product that really isn't afraid to dig into the news," Evans said. "But it doesn't lose its focus on its wonderful advertisers and readers. I look forward to working with them all."

Evans and his wife, Becky, have two daughters, Megan, 6, and Emily, 4.