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Edward Castro Bennett

Salt Lake City,UT

Summary

Visionary and dynamic public sector executive with over two decades of experience in business development, nonprofit leadership, and local government administration. Proven ability to drive systemic change through entrepreneurial thinking, cross-sector collaboration, and strategic planning. Adept at developing partnerships that fuel economic growth and community resilience, particularly in rural and underserved regions. Currently serving as City Manager of Green River, Utah, leading initiatives in infrastructure, downtown revitalization, and strategic planning.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

City Manager

City of Green River
Green River, UT
09.2024 - Current
  • Lead all administrative, budgetary, and operational functions for the City of Green River.
  • Spearheaded the city's engagement in the DOT’s 'Thriving Communities' grant initiative, including a regional needs assessment.
  • Prioritized infrastructure modernization, water system capacity expansion, and economic diversification strategies.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with state and federal agencies, energy developers, and community stakeholders.
  • Advised the City Council and Mayor on policy and regulatory matters, and managed cross-department coordination.

Director of Business Development

Suazo Business Center
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2018 - Current
  • Secured multi-year funding through partnerships with Goldman Sachs, American Express, and the State of Utah.
  • Helped lead the Center’s statewide expansion into Ogden and St. George.
  • Created training programs for underserved entrepreneurs, resulting in a 300% increase in annual fundraising capacity.
  • Represented the Center statewide, advocating for small business equity and strategic economic integration.

Social Entrepreneur / Owner

Noa Murphy Enterprises
White City, UT
11.2010 - Current
  • Provide strategic consulting to public, private, and nonprofit entities on growth strategy, DEI, operations, and communications.
  • Specialized in board development, stakeholder engagement, and turnaround strategies for mission-driven organizations.

Business Development Manager

Walmart Stores, Inc.
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2012 - 04.2017
  • Managed store-wide operations and staff development; responsible for 7% of daily new store sales.
  • Served as vendor liaison and implemented retention strategies to reduce turnover and boost morale.

Vice President of Business Development

QC Global
Midvale, UT
08.2009 - 08.2012
  • Oversaw compliance audits, sales strategy, and client onboarding in the mortgage lending sector.
  • Maintained full operational oversight, ensuring federal and state regulatory compliance.

Economics & Student Success Instructor

ITT Technical Institute
Murray, UT
06.2006 - 08.2009
  • Delivered high-impact lectures on micro/macro economics with a 95% student satisfaction rate.
  • Provided academic advising and mentorship to over 100 students annually.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Western Governors University
Millcreek, UT
08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Westminster University
Salt Lake City, UT
12.1999

Skills

  • Public Administration
  • Civic Engagement
  • Strategic Planning
  • DEI Strategy
  • Board Development
  • Community Revitalization
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Government Relations
  • Nonprofit Growth
  • Rural Economic Development

Honors And Recognition

  • Excellence Award for Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Dean’s List, Westminster College
  • CEO Leadership Features – Utah Business (via Suazo Center)

Affiliations And Leadership

  • Advisory Board Member – Utah Local Governments Trust
  • Member – Diversity Council, Salt Lake Chamber
  • Board Member – Our Color is Peace
  • Former State Delegate – Utah Democratic & Republican Parties
  • Former Governor – Utah Intercollegiate Assembly
  • Former Parliamentarian – Associated Students of Westminster College

Certifications And Courses

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, USHCC, 05/01/22
  • I-LEAD DEI Certificate, Utah Valley University, 05/01/22
  • Real Estate Agent, National Association of REALTORS, Expired
  • Residential Mortgage Lender, NMLS, Expired

Timeline

City Manager

City of Green River
09.2024 - Current

Director of Business Development

Suazo Business Center
04.2018 - Current

Business Development Manager

Walmart Stores, Inc.
08.2012 - 04.2017

Social Entrepreneur / Owner

Noa Murphy Enterprises
11.2010 - Current

Vice President of Business Development

QC Global
08.2009 - 08.2012

Economics & Student Success Instructor

ITT Technical Institute
06.2006 - 08.2009

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Westminster University

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