Presidential advice: Greenwell ready to have fun at Harvest Homecoming

By MELISSA MOODY
Melissa.Moody@newsandtribune.com

October 04, 2008 03:20 am

— Billy Greenwell is a New Albany guy born and bred. And now he is part of one of the biggest traditions in the city: Harvest Homecoming.
As president of the festival, Greenwell is not only responsible for its success, but he wants to make sure all who attend have a good time.
The festival kicks off today at noon with the parade, and for Greenwell most of his work is over. Now he gets to enjoy the food and fun along with family, friends, and all the other Southern Indiana residents in attendance.
The Tribune and The Evening News recently sat down with Greenwell to discuss his New Albany roots, his favorite hometown activities, and how he handles his job as president of the Harvest Homecoming.
QUESTION: Most treasured object?
GREENWELL: “Houseboat”
Q: How did you become president?
GREENWELL: “I was nominated.”
Q: Best thing about New Albany?
GREENWELL: “The people who live here.”
Q: Weekend routine?
GREENWELL: “At the lake.”
Q: Duties as president?
GREENWELL: “Work on the budget and helping the vice presidents.”
Q: What is always with you?
GREENWELL: “My faith.”
Q: Best part about Harvest Homecoming?
GREENWELL: “The people.”
Q: Worst part?
GREENWELL: “It goes too quick.”
Q: Prized possession?
GREENWELL: “My boat.”
Q: Leadership style?
GREENWELL: “Strong.”
Q: Perfect day?
GREENWELL: “At the lake with my family and friends.”
Q: Talent you wish you had?
GREENWELL: “I wish I could sing or fly.”
Q: Favorite Harvest Homecoming activity?
GREENWELL: “Booth days.”
Q: Worst habit?
GREENWELL: “Eating.”
Q: Fictional character you identify with?
GREENWELL: “Donald Duck.”
Q: Obsession?
GREENWELL: “My wife.”
Q: What's the key to a good float?
GREENWELL: “Lots of color.”
Q: Favorite Harvest Homecoming food?
GREENWELL: “Hot ham and cheese.”
Q: Political cause?
GREENWELL: “None.”
Q: Guilty pleasure?
GREENWELL: “Eating.”
Q: Book you're reading now?
GREENWELL: “Rich Dad, Poor Dad”
Q: Inspiration?
GREENWELL: “Family.”
Q: Childhood memories of Harvest Homecoming?
GREENWELL: “Booth days.”
Q: Rainy-day activities?
GREENWELL: “Spending time with my kids.”
Q: Personal hero?
GREENWELL: “My brother.”
Q: Can't live without?
GREENWELL: “Family.”
Q: Preparing for Harvest Homecoming?
GREENWELL: “A lot of hours.”
Q: Superstition?
GREENWELL: “Black cats.”
Q: Fantasy career?
GREENWELL: “Owning a marina.”
Q: Best part about fall?
GREENWELL: “No bugs.”
Q: Personal philosophy?
GREENWELL: “Give to get to give”
Q: Favorite German food?
GREENWELL: “Beer.”
Q: Historical figure you'd like to meet?
Greenwell: “JFK.”
Q: Advice from past presidents?
Greenwell: “Enjoy.”
Q: Advice for future presidents?
Greenwell: “Enjoy.”