Deputy Secretary of State Evan Brown has been named to lead the Oklahoma Department of Commerce’s newly created EDGE Division. EDGE stands for Economic Development, Growth, and Expansion. Governor Kevin Stitt signed Senate Bill 1447 to create the new division which is tasked with attracting and retaining business in Oklahoma.
“Evan has a knack for economic policy that will help make Oklahoma the most attractive state for investment and opportunity. Evan knows what businesses need to be successful and he’ll play a crucial role in expanding our economy like never before. We’ve made incredible progress in making Oklahoma the best state for business, and I expect Evan’s leadership to take us to the next level,” Stitt said.
Brown has served with the Commerce Department previously as director of legislative affairs and deputy director of business development.
“I’m honored to take on this role and join the team at Commerce. There’s never been a more exciting time to do business in Oklahoma, and EDGE will be a driving force that moves the needle on economic development. I’m thankful for Governor Stitt’s Top Ten vision for our state, and look forward to working with local businesses and economic development professionals to make Oklahoma the best state in the nation to do business,” Brown said.
