Ashley

Zuelke

Program Manager

U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA)

Biography

Ashley, Zuelke, Program Manager, U.S. Economic Development Administration – Denver Regional OfficeSupport U.S. economic recovery and resiliency through the administration of U.S. EDA grant programs — particularly CARES Act Supplemental funding — in the 10-state Denver EDA region. Oversee a team that works with communities and eligible entities to fund construction, non-construction, and Revolving Loan Fund projects that help communities and regions achieve their economic development goals and create and retain jobs.Previous jobs: Senior Director for Research and Programs (Rural Community Assistance Partnership); Associate Director for Export Policy, Promotion and Strategy (U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration); Legislative Assistant (U.S. Department of Commerce, Office of the Secretary)

Areas of Interest

Economic Development,
Resiliency and equity,
International trade,
research and development,
Entrepreneurship.