News Release – For Immediate Release  

Clayton Scrivner, Communications Manager
(801) 597-8108
September 10, 2024

Park City Names New Economic Development Director 

Park City, Utah – Chris Eggleton, a long-time local entrepreneur and community leader, will serve as Park City’s next Economic Development Director. Eggleton brings over two decades of real estate development and property management experience in both Park City and Summit/Wasatch counties, as well as an impressive record of community service through local associations, state boards, and legislative engagement to the City.  

As the leader of the Economic Development Department, Eggleton will help guide some of the City’s largest and most complex initiatives, including the development of the 5-Acre project in Bonanza Park. He will also lead on the City’s community housing public-private partnerships, resort redevelopment, local business assistance, and helping ensure Main Street’s success. He will also direct the Housing team on their initiatives.  

“Chris has the skills, experience, and regional relationships to represent Park City in our next wave of community development,” said City Manager Matt Dias. “Organizationally, we gain a business and property expert to explore and structure partnerships with the private sector. His experience and local connections are huge assets for the City and for City Council and will enable Chris to hit the ground running.” 

“I am excited to have Chris’s local perspective and energy – and his deep appreciation of Park City’s culture and authenticity – as part of our effort to rebuild our Economic Development and Housing teams,” said Mayor Nann Worel. “The decade ahead is crucial for our community and having Chris on our team to help realize our economic and community redevelopment goals is a big win.” 

“I’m thrilled to join Park City and work to identify and implement the community’s vision for the next ten years,” said Eggleton. “Tomorrow’s challenges and opportunities are plentiful, and I look forward to ensuring Park City approaches each with creative and collaborative solutions that balance the realities of our tourism economy, resident quality of life, and our historic character.”  

Eggleton, a California native who lives in Jeremy Ranch with his wife and two children (with another in college), served as co-owner and co-founder of the Newpark Group for the past 20 years, managing a complex portfolio of companies spanning various industries, including workforce technology, restaurants, hospitality, and property development and management.  

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