Taylor Adams is the President and Chief Executive Officer of The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN).  During his tenure, the EDAWN team has assisted in the announcement of more than 6,000 new jobs and over $5Billion in new capital investment within their region.   

Prior to joining EDAWN, Taylor served two great communities, and over 20 years held progressively repsonsible positions in City Management, Economic Development, Finance, Procurement, Insurance, and Marketing.   

At EDAWN, Taylor’s team focuses primarily on the commercial and industrial economy with teams focused on Business Attraction, the Retention and Expansion of existing Northern Nevada Business, Entrepreneurial Development, and Workforce Development. 

Taylor spends his spare time with his wife Phoenix and their four children.