The Hayden Economic Development Commission serves as an advocate and supporting partner for the Town of Hayden Economic Development Director to enable economic business prosperity for the Town of Hayden.
They do this by:
The Hayden Economic Development Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm at Town Hall.
Bio:
Tara moved to the Yampa Valley in 2013. She has been a member of the Hayden Economic Development Commission since 2023 and a resident of Hayden since 2021. Growing up in an agricultural family and small town, she and her husband instantly connected with the community here and love both the rich history of Hayden and its welcoming spirit to newcomers. Tara is currently the Product Marketing Manager at the Steamboat Ski Resort and her husband is an Operations Manager at the Hayden Station facility. Tara has a passion, and professional background, in business development and is eager to support the local businesses and entrepreneurs of Hayden.
Brian has been a member of the Hayden Economic Development Commission since spring of 2023. Brian is currently the branch manager of SavAtree tree, shrub and lawn care. He has lived in the Yampa Valley since 2011 and recently moved with his wife and two small children to the Town of Hayden in December of 2021 Brian is eager to become more active in the local Hayden community and has fallen in love with the town, people and rich agricultural history. Brian is excited about the opportunity to be a part of the growth and development of Hayden for years to come.
Kathy is new to Hayden as of 2021, but she came to Steamboat with her son in 2000. She started as the Membership Director for the Steamboat Chamber where, she says, she was paid to meet everyone in town! She has always been in some area of the business world over the years and especially enjoys working with people who are trying to reach their employment goals. Her idea of indoor fun is to make a list and cross things off it as they get accomplished. The Jack Russell Terrier in her life is named Jimmie, who luckily happens to be quieter than most of the breed. Before moving to Colorado she lived in Massachusetts, Delaware, Missouri, southern California, Pennsylvania and Nebraska due to job opportunities. Kathy tried full time retirement when she moved to Hayden, but flunked, which is how she has become a member of the Economic Development Commission and a part time assistant to a trial lawyer in Steamboat. Hayden’s need to grow the business base and housing choices reminds her of a start-up company that has a lot to do today and needs to manage the town’s growth for a future that maintains the Hayden culture and personality.
Kevin is a graduate of California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering; he also holds master’s degrees in Aerospace Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and Strategic Studies from the Air War College.
Kevin retired from the United States Air Force in 2014 after a 30-year career spent primarily in aviation operations; he is a command pilot and most recently served as the Air Attaché at U.S. Embassy in Jakarta, Indonesia. Prior to joining the Air Force, Kevin worked for Guy F. Atkinson Company, a large international construction firm, as a mechanical engineer on bridge, tunnel, airport and oil recovery projects.
Kevin is currently the Airport Director at Yampa Valley Regional Airport, an active member of the Steamboat Springs Chamber Board, Economic Development Council and Business Development Committee. He also serves on the Town of Hayden Economic Development Commission, as Secretary of the Yampa Valley Airport Commission and as an advisor to the Steamboat Springs Local Marketing District.
Paul is a goal-oriented person, result focused, and dynamic sales & marketing professional offering over 20 years of comprehensive experience and expertise in achieving objectives, increasing sales and exceeding customer expectations in diverse sectors. He is a sound business strategist with a proven record for steering real estate and business turnarounds, facilitating lucrative transitions to new markets, and creating solid internal structures that are both expandable for future growth and responsive to customer expectations. Professional in the use of internet marketing tools and strategies to produce desired results.
Scott moved to Hayden in July 2023 with his wife and two kids, pursuing a dream to live in a small Colorado town. He was born and raised in Topeka, KS, where he retired after 25 years of service with the Topeka Police Department. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and has completed coursework toward a Master’s Degree in Public Administration. Scott also spent 17 years as a volunteer firefighter/EMT with a rural fire department and was a small business owner for a handful of years. It’s this entrepreneurial spirit that led him to the Economic Development Commission. He wants to help Hayden grow in the sense of having thriving small businesses that provide residents and visitors with goods and services while maintaining the small-town charm that we all love. Scott enjoys the Colorado outdoors and loves just about anything related to automobiles, especially the family’s classic 1967 Ford Mustang.
