Steve Curley

Steve Curley is an experienced economic development professional currently serving as the REDI Director for Redmond Economic Development, Inc. since March 2022. Prior to this role, Steve was the Associate State Director for the Oregon Small Business Development Center Network from June 2018 to March 2022, and the Center Director at the Small Business Development Center at COCC from April 2011 to June 2018. Steve has a robust background in business advisory roles, having served as a Business Advisor for the Grow Oregon program and the Economic Gardening Program. Additionally, Steve co-founded SunTerra EnergyBlock and founded Blue Space Markets, where strategic consulting and market analysis were key focuses. Previous roles include positions at Kinetic Branding, Brand Navigation, and WaterBrook Multnomah Publishers, showcasing expertise in brand strategy, business development, and project management. Steve holds a BS in Management from Linfield University and has graduated from both Leadership Redmond and Leadership Bend.