Lummis Announces New Staff Position Dedicated to Assisting Wyoming Businesses

U.S. Senator for Wyoming Cynthia Lummis announced Monday that she has hired Cheyenne native Brendan Ames to serve as Director of Business Outreach, a new staff position established by Lummis to assist Wyoming businesses in accessing resources and navigating both hurdles and opportunities with the federal government.

Senator Lummis, in a media release, said the business community keeps Wyoming going, driving innovation and creating real prosperity, and as Director of Business Outreach, Brendan will be a resource for all Wyoming businesses in need of support and those interfacing with the federal government. Lummis said she’s committed to partnering with Wyoming business owners to ensure that federal policies remove burdens and spur growth, instead of stifling it.

Ames is a sixth generation Wyoming resident, and a native of Cheyenne. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in American Studies and Civilization from the University of Southern California and is currently working on his Master’s in Real Estate from Georgetown University. He most recently served as Chief Economic Development Officer for the City of Cheyenne, where he served as business liaison for small businesses and large multi-national corporations. Ames will be based in Cheyenne, but will frequently travel the state to work directly with Wyoming businesses.