Jen Wakeland
Strategic Development Director
Beaver County
Jen Wakeland was born and raised in Utah County, although she now calls Beaver County home. She grew up surrounded by a strong sense of family and community and learned early the importance of working together to solve problems. Professionally, she has held a variety of positions focusing in government administration for over 10 years, and has a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing communities today. She currently works as the strategic development director for Beaver County. In her spare time, Jen enjoys time with her family and friends in her Jeep TJ or out on paddleboards. An avid reader, a board member and co-founder for the local non-profit organization Help for Heroes 801, she loves her sphynx cat, Twitty.
Session(s):
Stomping Economic Tricks with Recreational Trails »
2024 Spring Conference, May 8, 2024 3:45 pmThe demand for mountain biking trails, racecourses, teams, and events is growing. This session will include a discussion with planners, event organizers, elected officials, and industry leaders from rural Utah who are building mountain bike trails, cooperatives, and events within their communities. Come hear what it took to find and engage stakeholders, get funding, build trails, and create economic benefits for their communities.
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