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Our Values & Mission

A private, non-profit organization founded in 1987, the Economic Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah) is a catalyst for quality job growth and increased capital investment in the state.
EDCUtah is a statewide economic development organization (EDO) specializing in corporate recruitment, economic research, site selector marketing, and community development. A partner of the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity (Go Utah) for corporate recruitment, EDCUtah is supported by state government, local governments, and organizations from the private sector.
EDCUtah is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace where diversity, inclusion, and equality are highly valued among our staff, investors and clients. We value different experiences, ideas, perspectives and backgrounds and know that respect for the individual as well as diversity in all respects contributes to a stronger and more creative Utah.
EDCUtah is currently hiring for two positions: Executive Assistant & Office Manager and Events Manager. Please share within your network and send us your referrals or resume!
Our Team
Administration
A Utah native, Theresa is passionate about promoting the Beehive State. She has served as EDCUtah’s President and CEO since 2017. During her tenure at EDCUtah, Theresa has focused on internal team culture, driving stakeholder value, and economic development preparedness. A recovering attorney who enjoys putting deals together, Theresa has relished in being part of Team Utah’s efforts to attract dozens of companies on expansion and relocation projects representing various industries throughout the state, including Goldman Sachs, Stadler Rail, and Facebook. Prior to joining EDCUtah Theresa was a senior leader at the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development. Earlier in her career, Theresa represented a diverse set of clients in private legal practice on a multitude of general corporate and financial matters. Theresa lives in Salt Lake City with her husband and two children. They love spending time outdoors together with their Bernese mountain dog.
JD University of Utah / BA Political Economy, Utah State University
Jill is a CPA with diverse financial and operations experience, primarily in non-profit organizations. She joined EDCUtah in 2016, bringing a focus on compliance and financial systems. She enjoys attending concerts and traveling with her husband and three kids.
MBA Westminster / BS Accounting, University of Utah
From 2014 to 2021, Xiao served as director of the Mayor’s Office for New Americans at Salt Lake County. She is a Fellow with the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s Community Leadership Network. Among a host of other volunteer activities, she serves as co-chair of the Multicultural Advisory Committee of Utah’s Covid-19 Response.
BS Political Science, University of Utah / Masters Art in Community Leadership, Westminster College
Prior to joining EDCUtah, Stephanie’s career included experience as a medical device engineer and a software account manager, as well as a year of Americorps service with the Utah Food Bank. Stephanie is an avid skier and hiker with a passion for travel. In 2018, she took a leave of absence from EDCUtah to backpack around the world with her husband and two young daughters.
BS Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan
In his internship, Gerritt is supporting the executive team and the Center for Economic Opportunity & Belonging. He is studying Economics and Political Science at the University of Utah. Before university, he spent two years in Taiwan, learning Chinese and serving the people there. Prior to his time at EDCUtah, he spent a semester as a writing and research intern at the World Trade Association of Utah. In his free time, Gerritt enjoys spending time with his wife, cooking, and going to Jazz and Ute games.
University of Utah, Economics and Political Science
Bailey works for the Center of Economic Opportunity & Belonging as a Special Events Coordinator. She recently graduated from Westminster College where she studied History with an emphasis on social movements and revolutions. Bailey is really passionate about bringing visibility to the LGBTQ+ and Latinx communities as she is a part of these communities herself. In her spare time, Bailey is out hiking with her dogs or at home reading.
BA, History, Westminster College
Business Development
Colby came to EDCUtah after having worked at the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) as Lead Fellow. He loves the opportunity that working at EDCUtah provides him to meet people from all over the world, to be involved in important decisions being made in Utah, and to learn from incredible resources within the organization and the community at large. Aside from his healthy love of bright socks and good beards, Colby is also an avid sports fan. He supports the University of Utah Utes football team and REAL Salt Lake soccer, and enjoys skiing, boating, and discovering great new spots to explore with friends.
BA History, University of Utah
As Senior Business Development Manager for EDCUtah, Erin manages corporate recruitment and expansion projects and industry initiatives primarily in the financial services and technology industries in addition to a mix of manufacturing/distribution projects. Erin has been instrumental in helping several fintech, tech, and financial services companies expand within or establish new operations in Utah, adding more than 18,000 jobs to the economy. Prior to EDCUtah, she worked for a local investment advisory firm and before that, in Washington, D.C. as a management consultant to the U.S. Departments of Homeland Security and Transportation, and for the U.S. Senate. Erin holds a master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) from The George Washington University and a BS from Brigham Young University.
MS Public Administration, The George Washington University / BS Family Public Policy & Business Management Minor, Brigham Young University
Katherine Morrell joined the Business Development team in 2021. Previously she worked on the Community Strategy team and managed the Utah Mega Sites program, Community Match Grants program, Utah Sure Sites, and EDCUtah Rural Committee. In that role, Katherine coordinated with EDCUtah’s Business Development team and communities on their strategies and preparation for business growth and recruitment. Katherine enjoys utilizing her urban planning background to assist with EDCUtah priorities. Outside of work, Katherine likes traveling, biking, and reading.
MS City and Metropolitan Planning, University of Utah / BS Geography, Urban Planning Emphasis, Brigham Young University
Stephanie came to EDCUtah from Silicon Slopes where she was working for Qualtrics. She joined the fast growing tech unicorn after she earned degrees in Political Science and Spanish from Utah State University. She was originally on track to go into education, but a brief internship in rural Peru teaching business classes to locals, instilled in her a passion for business development and entrepreneurship. She has started a business and co-founded another but chooses to focus on helping other businesses thrive. She’s a florist, blogger, musician, artist, outdoor enthusiast, and hobbyist who’s always looking for new opportunities to learn and grow.
BA Political Science, BA Spanish, Utah State University
Vlada Yaremenko graduated from the University of Utah summa cum laude with a degree in International Studies and a minor in Music. Originally from Ukraine, she has lived in four different countries. Her previous experiences include working with impoverished communities in India, with Young Professionals in Foreign Policy in Washington, D.C., and with the United Nations as a Youth Sub-committee Co-chair for the 68th United Nations Civil Society Conference. Furthermore, Vlada has served on the board of the United States National Committee for UN Women Utah Chapter as the Vice President of Public Relations and Membership Committee where her focus was to improve the status of women in Utah. She joined EDCUtah in 2019 and was promoted to Business Development Manager in 2021.
BA International Studies. Minor in Music, University of Utah
A native of the Congo, and raised in Uganda, Jolly (Jo' Lee) moved to Utah in 2014. Fluent in seven languages, she is interested in culture, and looks forward to learning more about economic development and business in general.
BS in Business Information Systems, University of Utah
Research & Marketing
After working as Special Projects Lead at the Corporation of the Presiding Bishop, Michael came to EDCUtah to assist in the research department as Research Project Manager. He was promoted to Research Manager in 2018 and now leads all EDCUtah research requests and projects. He loves being a part of helping show how great Utah is and what the state has to offer and experiencing the diverse Utah economy. Father of two daughters and one son, Michael enjoys sports, reading, writing novels, board games, and exploring the outdoors. He also is lucky enough to enjoy dual citizenship after having been born in Madrid, Spain.
BS Business Management, BYU Idaho / MS Management and Leadership, Western Governors University
Olivia holds a degree in Economics and a minor in Mathematics from Westminster College, where she also competed as DII soccer player. A native of Utah, Olivia likes rock climbing, skiing, and mountain biking.
BA in Economics, Westminster College
Alan D. Rindlisbacher is Director of Community Strategy for EDCUtah. Previously, he served for 22 years as the Director of Corporate Communications for Layton Construction Company. He is a longtime community development advocate, with experience at the Salt Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, EDCUtah (in the early days), and the Utah Division of Business and Economic Development. He is active in the community, having served on many boards and committees, including Visit Salt Lake, NAIOP, ULI, Utah Alliance for Economic Development, Downtown Rising, and others, and as Chaplain with the Unified Police Department.
BS Business Administration, Utah State University
Elvon is a Utah native who graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in Political Science and minor in Business Management. While at school his emphasis was in Global Development and after working in local government at Orem, UT and state government in Oregon has found a passion for developing state and local communities. Elvon is a Jazz fan and loves the mountains and national parks that make outdoor recreation the best here in Utah. He enjoys art, trivia games, keeping up to date on economic news, and traveling.
BA Political Science. Minor Business Management, Brigham Young University
Sara comes to EDCUtah with more than 10 years of marketing and communications experience across the nonprofit, government, and IT sectors. Most recently, she led the content marketing strategy at Cityworks, a Trimble Company, which designs GIS-centric work management solutions for local government and utility organizations. Sara loves gardening, reading, camping, and cycling, and she volunteers with her neighborhood community council in Salt Lake City.
BA in Journalism and Politics, Ithaca College
Prior to joining EDCUtah in 2019, Michael has served in marketing roles for the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development, USTAR and GE Capital. In his spare time, he is a ski and hiking guide at Deer Valley Resort and a licensed Idaho whitewater river guide.
BA English, Pomona College
As marketing and events manager, Elizabeth helps the team create fantastic investor experiences and run large-scale marketing initiatives. Elizabeth started as the research intern, before transitioning to EDCUtah’s marketing team. She graduated with honors from Westminster College, earning a BA in Marketing. Out of the office she enjoys running, attending the theatre, cheering for her home team - the University of Tennessee - cooking for friends and family, and spending time in the great outdoors.
BA Marketing, Westminster College
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Our Board
Board of Trustees
EDCUtah’s Board of Trustees and Board of Advisors consist of a powerful array of community leaders. With a roster including business executives, city mayors, county commissioners, educators, and top leaders in state and federal government, our Board provides EDCUtah with planning and direction to ensure the continued growth of Utah’s economy.
Rob Moore,
Big-D Construction
Matt Hirst,
CRS Consulting Engineers
Brandon Henrie,
Clyde Companies
Commissioner Bob Stevenson,
Davis County
Jordan Rushton,
Dixie Technical College
Steven Ridge,
Dominion Energy
Mayor
Troy Walker,
Draper City
Christian Gardner,
Gardner Company
Christy Alter,
Goldman Sachs
Christy Alter,
Goldman Sachs
Carine Clark,
Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity
Daniel Hemmert,
Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity
Juliette Tennert,
Kem. C Gardner Policy Institute
Steve Starks,
Larry H. Miller Group of Companies
Nick Wood,
Newmark Knight Frank
Mayor
Mike Caldwell,
Ogden City
Steve Price,
Price Real Estate
Gary Hoogeveen,
Rocky Mountain Power
Mayor Erin Mendenhall,
Salt Lake City
President Deneece Huftalin,
Salt Lake Community College
Mayor
Jenny Wilson,
Salt Lake County
Bryan Nielsen,
SelectHealth
Mayor
Dawn Ramsey,
South Jordan City
Mayor
Debbie Winn,
Tooele City
President
Taylor Randall
University of Utah
James Jackson III,
Utah Black Chamber of Commerce
Kimberly Shelley
Utah Department of Environmental Quality
Abby Osborne,
Utah House of Representatives
Senator
Stuart Adams
Utah State Senate
President
Noelle Cockett,
Utah State University
David Woolstenhulme,
Utah System of Higher Education
Nathan Callister,
Wells Fargo
Mayor
Dirk Burton,
West Jordan City
President
Beth Dobkin,
Westminster College
Miles Hansen,
World Trade Center
Board of Advisors
Mark Gaylord,
Ballard Spahr
Chris Christiansen,
Bank of America
Brad Dunn,
Barr Engineering
Commissioner
Mike Dalton,
Beaver County
Mayor
Derk Timothy,
Beaver County
Commissioner
Jeff Hadfield,
Box Elder County
Mayor
Tyler Vincent,
Brigham City
Greg Nelson,
CRS Engineers
Commissioner
Casey Hopes,
Carbon County
Mayor
Maile Wilson,
Cedar City
Mayor
Mike Peterson,
Cottonwood Heights
Brennan Brown,
D.A. Davidson
Mayor
Tom Westmoreland,
Eagle Mountain City
Mayor
Richard Squire,
Ephraim City
Mayor
James Talbot,
Farmington City
Council Member
Curtis Wells,
Grand County
Dave Wittwer
Hays Companies
Mayor
David Watts,
Herriman City
David Stahl,
Hillcrest Bank
Ron Mortimer,
Horrocks Engineers
Ibi Guevara,
Hunt Electric
Michael Jeppesen,
IPG Commercial
Chris Gamvroulas,
Ivory Homes
Gary Ellis,
Jacobsen Construction
Council Member
Dirk Clayson,
Kane County
Mayor
Katie Witt,
Kaysville
Mayor
Joy Petro,
Layton City
Jeff Palmer,
Layton Companies
Kathleen Weron,
Manning, Curtis, Bradshaw & Bednar
Sina Sharifan,
Midwest D-Vision Solutions/ Commercial Interiors
Andrea Verkic,
Morgan Stanley
Mayor
D. Blair Camp,
Murray City
Mayor
Leonard Call,
Pleasant View City
Joe Tomon,
Procter & Gamble
Mayor
Michelle Kafusi,
Provo City
Slade Opheikens,
R&O Construction
Jim Swayze,
Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield of Utah
Derek Miller,
Salt Lake Chamber
Rick Bouillon,
Salt Lake Community College
Commissioner
Gary Mason,
Sevier County
Mayor
Russell Porter,
South Ogden City
John Minnick,
St. George Area Economic Development
Scott Parsons,
Staker Parsons Materials & Construction
Governor
Spencer Cox,
State of Utah
Matt Stapley,
Suburban Land Reserve
Jeffery Jones,
Summit County
Thomas Wright,
Summit Sotheby’s International Realty
Mayor
Mike Gailey,
Syracuse City
Mayor
Kristie Overson,
Taylorsville City
Keith Marmer,
University of Utah
Jack Hedge,
Utah Inland Port Authority
Beth Holbrook,
Utah Transit Authority
Norm Wright,
Utah Valley University
Kaitlin Eskelson,
Visit Salt Lake
Councilman
Steve Farrell,
Wasatch County
Mayor
Mark Allen,
Washington Terrace
President
Brad Mortensen,
Weber State University
President
Scott Pulispher,
Western Governors University
Taylor Woodbury,
Woodbury Corporation