Asheville Humane Society (AHS) seeks an energetic, passionate, and experienced Executive Director to provide visionary leadership to AHS, its staff, board, and volunteers.   The Area When people think of Asheville and Western North Carolina, the word that comes to mind first is 'beautiful.'  It is a culturally rich region that is both economically and geographically diverse. It’s quality of life makes it highly attractive as a place where lifestyle complements professional opportunity. It is difficult to find a top ten list that doesn’t include Asheville. Whether the list is touting our virtues as a vacation destination or a place to retire, the area continues to rank highly in people’s opinions.