Kristy Thienes is the Town of Shaunavon's new Economic Development Officer.

Thienes took on the part time position recently and tells us what her main focus is. "Right now, what I'm working on is just building our initiatives for 2019. So, one of our big initiatives is tourism and re-branding. We're also looking at volunteer initiatives and then also just supporting local and trying to attract new business, tourism, and support current businesses."

Thienes has an educational background in English Literature and Journalism Arts, and a professional background in marketing, hospitality, tourism and management and says she's excited to use her experience to further promote and develop Shaunavon.

Her office is located in the Town of Shaunavon office and her hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from eight a.m. until four p.m.