Tiffany Pehl has been named the next executive director of the Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado (AGNC).

Pehl succeeds Bonnie Petersen, who plans to retire at the end of July. The organization represents Mesa County and four other counties as well as municipalities in the five-county region.

Pehl joined the AGNC six years ago as a temporary administrative assistant and since has worked as administrator of the Northwest Colorado Enterprise Zone and deputy director.

“She is well-equipped to take on this new role and manage a smooth transition for the benefit of the organization and its members,” Petersen said.

Mike Samson, chairman of the AGNC board of directors, also praised Pehl. “We are confident she will be able to move into this important position and take AGNC to the next level.”

Pehl said she’s looking forward to her new role. “AGNC has come a long way over the last few years and has a significant role to play as we work through the regional economic transition. We will continue to conduct the work our members have come to expect and serve their needs as a regional resource going forward.”