Board of Directors
Staff Listings
Dawson Kluesner
WEDA CoordinatorStaff
Dawson joined WAM in September of 2025 where he leads stakeholder engagement, supports advocacy efforts, and manages communications. Drawing on his experience as an economist and policy analyst, he brings a deep understanding of Wyoming’s economy, policy, and tax structure. Dawson is a triple alumnus...
Ashley Harpstreith
WEDA AdministratorStaff
Ashley Harpstreith is the Executive Director for the Wyoming Association of Municipalities (WAM) which serves all of Wyoming’s 99 municipalities. As a 501c4 private, nonprofit association, WAM plays a pivotal role in providing vital educational resources that enhance the capabilities of local leaders. With a...
Samuel Weinstein
President-ElectBoard
Samuel Weinstein is the development loan officer with Wyoming Smart Capital Network, where his commitment to community partnership and economic growth takes center stage. An engaged professional of the greater Cheyenne community, Sam has been making impactful contributions to the community for over 15 years...
Betsey Hale
Secretary- Legislative Committee ChairBoard
Betsey Hale serves as CEO of Cheyenne LEADS, where she leads the organization’s work in business attraction, community marketing, business retention and expansion, and long-term economic development strategy for Cheyenne and Laramie County.Betsey’s background is rooted in agriculture, entrepreneurship, and rural economic development. She grew...
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Kevin Kershirsnik
TreasurerBoard
Kevin has lived in Wyoming since 1995 and his relatives have lived here for generations. He has an MBA from the University of Wyoming, two engineering degrees, and a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Wyoming. He has been successfully working for and managing manufacturing companies...
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Brad Enzi
Board MemberBoard
Brad Enzi is a Wyoming business leader, coach and strategic thinker focused on solving complex problems and helping communities grow. As CEO and President of the Laramie Chamber Business Alliance, he leads economic development efforts, recruiting new industries like aerospace, defense and indoor farming by...
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Justin Farley
Board MemberBoard
Justin Farley has served as CEO of Advance Casper (formerly the Casper Area Economic Development Alliance) since November 2019. In this role, he leads efforts to attract new investment, support business growth, foster entrepreneurship, and advance economic development initiatives throughout Natrona County. Through collaboration with...
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Heidi Peterson
Ex-OfficioBoard
Executive Director Wyoming State Chamber of Commerce PO Box 418 Laramie, WY 82073
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Brandon Marshall
Board Member
Brandon has served the Economic Development Community in Wyoming for over two decades and bring a strong background and knowledge in the needs of the communities around the state. Brandon has worked to develop connections across the state and region that can be very helpful...
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Jared Routh
Board Member
Prior to accepting the High West Energy CEO position, Routh served as Senior Vice President of Finance and Cooperative Services at Shelby Energy Cooperative in Shelbyville, Kentucky, which has more than 17,000 accounts. Before working at Shelby, Mr. Routh served in a variety of capacities...
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Andy Gramlich
Board Member
Andy is a retired healthcare executive who serves on a number of business and community organizations. Experienced in strategic planning, business development and recruiting as well as grant writing, review and administration. Former President of Leader Corporation and currently a member of the Lander Economic...
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Zachary Valerio
WEDA Client Services and Operations Specialist
Zach has joined WEDA as of May 2023. Zach is working as the WEDA Client Services and Operations Specialist. Zach has a variety of work experience from managing the Cheyenne Fitness 307 locations, an internship at Impact 307, and an internship with the Wyoming Business...