FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) – After just one year, Justin Shurley has left his role as director for the festival.

Our partners in news at ABC 21 report that Board of Directors President John Nichter did not give a reason for Shurley leaving, but wished him well in his future endeavors and said the festival is focused on improving and sustaining festival operations.

Shurley had replaced long-time festival director Jack Hammer.