The City of Bend has hired Carolyn Eagen as its new business advocate.

Eagen replaces Jon Skidmore who was promoted to Assistant City Manager earlier this year.

Eagan worked as the Regional Economist for the Oregon Employment Department, and has served as Board Chair for Commute Options for Central Oregon and other organizations.

The Bend Business Advocate staffs the Bend Economic Development Advisory Board and generally works with the community, city processes and local business support organizations to  promote a better economy for Bend.