Angie Rodgers has been named Richmond’s new director of economic development, city officials announced this week.

Rodgers comes to Richmond from Prince George’s County, Maryland, where she spent the last five years as the deputy chief administrative officer for economic development. In that role, she oversaw 10 county agencies, including those responsible for neighborhood revitalization, business retention and attraction, small-business support, lending and incentives, tourism and workforce development.

“Angie brings decades of experience in community-building and economic development,” said Chief Administrative Officer Odie Donald II.

Rodgers previously served as chief of staff for the deputy mayor for planning and economic development in Washington, D.C., where she managed budget, policy and operations for an 85-person agency involved in real estate and business development, as well as revenue bond activities.

“I look forward to doing my part to create a thriving, equitable business landscape that benefits all Richmonders and am grateful for the opportunity to do so,” Rodgers said.

Rodgers will begin her new role on Aug. 4. Her appointment follows the recent resignation of Sheila White, Richmond’s finance director, who is set to leave the administration on July 25.