by Katie Hurst | Aug 30, 2024 | Emerging Leaders Profiles
3 Fun Facts I have a master’s degree in economic development. From my time in the profession, it’s very common that outside of the Southeastern part of the U.S., people “fall” into it some other way, through construction, real estate, utilities, or MPA programs. I’m a...
by Katie Hurst | Jul 8, 2024 | Emerging Leaders Profiles
3 Fun Facts I am an Arizona native. I played on the GCU Women’s Softball Team. I love to bake. What’s a recent economic development/career win you experienced? A key aspect of my role as a Business Development Manager for the City of Goodyear involves managing...
by Katie Hurst | Jun 8, 2024 | Emerging Leaders Profiles
3 Fun Facts I was born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya. My favorite podcast is ‘This is Uncomfortable’- The show is about life, culture, and society. If I were to be reborn as an animal, I’d choose to be a cat due to their fascinating level of nonchalance. What’s a...
by Braxton Hynes | Nov 22, 2023 | Emerging Leaders Profiles
3 Fun Facts I was born and raised on the sunny shores of Santa Barbra, California. I’m pretty good at Connect Four. Every other week I spend my evenings teaching and connecting with kids ages three to twelve at my church. What’s a recent economic...
by Katie Hurst | Oct 30, 2023 | Emerging Leaders Profiles
3 Fun Facts I’m an Upstate New York native, and I’ve also lived in South Dakota. I love going back and visiting both states. I have a goal to visit all U.S. National Parks, and I am about halfway to my goal! I love reading, and my favorite author is Riley...
