Rebecca is a Senior Municipal Advisor who joined Ehlers in 2000 to help Minnesota cities, counties and special districts with the design and implementation of financial solutions for economic development projects. Ehlers’ clients benefit from Rebecca’s experience in tax increment financing and tax abatement, debt issuance, development analysis and public finance related projects. Prior to joining Ehlers, Rebecca worked for Minnesota’s Department of Employment and Economic Development and South Dakota’s Governor’s Office of Economic Development.

Rebecca lives in Eagan with her husband and two dogs. When she’s not working, she enjoys traveling, hiking and spending time with family and friends.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Business Economics, South Dakota State University

Licenses & Certifications

Certified Independent Professional Municipal Advisor
Series 50 License: Municipal Advisor Representative
Economic Development Finance Professional

Professional Affiliations & Memberships

Economic Development Association of Minnesota – Past President
National Association of Municipal Advisors
MN Chapter of the National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials
Minnesota Government Finance Officers Association
Municipal Clerks and Finance Officers Association of Minnesota

Community Involvement

King of Kings Church – Evangelism Committee and Stewardship
Artists of Woodbury – Volunteer