Vermont Governor Phil Scott announced the appointment of Lyle Jepson as the new commissioner of the Department of Economic Development (DED), alongside Nick Grimley, who will serve as deputy commissioner. Both will officially begin their new roles on Nov. 3.
“Growing the economy has been one of my top priorities since being elected governor,” said Governor Scott in a statement. “I believe Lyle’s decades of experience as an educator, as well as Nick’s proven track record supporting the business community, will serve Vermonters well.”
Jepson, who has served as the Executive Director of the Chamber and Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) since 2020, brings extensive experience in education and workforce development to the role. His career includes more than 30 years in public and technical education across Vermont.
“It’s a great honor to join the Scott…
