Board

Kevin Butler is a dedicated Emery County native with a deep commitment to preserving and improving the community and culture of Eastern Utah. With a balanced background in customer service, marketing, sales, design, and IT, Kevin brings a well-rounded skill set. A graduate of the Eastern Leadership Academy at Utah State University Eastern and Dixie Technical College, he has continuously developed his skills and grown professionally.

Kevin's diverse work experience includes roles in tech, business, and design. Currently, he serves as the Business Resolutions Representative at Emery Telcom and owns and designs for Kolossal Digital Design.

In addition to his professional achievements, Kevin is an active member of the Orangeville City Council, where he strives to make a positive impact on his community. His dedication to building relationships with customers and colleagues alike underscores his commitment to fostering a thriving and supportive environment in Eastern Utah.

Kevin’s favorite part about Eastern Utah is the people who live within its natural beauty. Whenever he has a spare minute, you can find him capturing the beauty of Eastern Utah through photography.

Originally from the East Coast, Barbie Haeck has been a resident of Price, Utah since 2000. She brings extensive experience in sales and community engagement, having spent years as a sales executive with Peczuh Printing. For the past four years, she has served as the Executive Director of the Carbon County Chamber of Commerce, where she works to strengthen local businesses and foster regional development. Barbie is an active member of the Carbon County Tax Advisory Board and Soroptimist International of Price. She is also honored to support the mission of the Castle Country Fuller Center for Housing, contributing to its efforts to improve lives through safe, affordable housing in the community.

Jared is a graduate of the College of Eastern Utah, and he holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration, with emphasis in Marketing. Jared has a special interest in international business and nonprofit organizations. Jared is the director for nonprofit organization that develops humanitarian projects in the nation of Belize and also builds/finances schools throughout the Carolina's, Florida, and Arizona. Jared’s favorite hobby is helping and assisting USU Eastern in any capacity.

Larry Jensen is a Carbon County Commissioner. He spent 38 years in construction and sold his interest in Nelco Contractors in 2014. He has also spent 21 years in leadership positions for his church in the Price area. Larry was elected as Carbon County Commissioner in 2019 and is serving a second term.

Larry grew up in Price, Utah, and throughout his youth he loved being outside. During his late teenage years, Larry worked running heavy equipment.

While in high school, he fell in love with LaRae Keller, and married her after serving a mission to the Philippines for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Larry and LaRae have 9 children, two sets of twins, and have 33 grandchildren. Family is most important in their lives.

Scottie Kraync is a Carbon County native with over 13 years of experience in the media and business community. She attended Carbon High School and USU Eastern before beginning her career in the media. Scottie has been employed by ETV News and AJB Broadcasting throughout the years, working to serve the community and help businesses reach their goals. She is currently employed by ETV News where she oversees sales and marketing. 

Scottie is also the owner of Wallflower Goods, a 3D printing business, and provides marketing services to businesses and organizations through Buskin Production. In addition, she serves on the Board of Directors for the Carbon County Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Carbon County Tax Advisory Board. 

In her spare time, Scottie enjoys reading and spending time in the gym. She resides in Price with her partner, Buskin, and their cat

Lisa was born and raised in Price, Utah. She received her Associates degree from the College of Eastern Utah (CEU) and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Utah. Lisa worked in Salt Lake City for 15 years as an Accountant and HR Benefit Coordinator for Kroger and Mountain America Credit Union. Lisa has over 24 years of administration and accounting experience.

Lisa returned to Price in 2004 with her husband to raise their only child, Hailey. Lisa, along with two business partners, began Flawless Sheeting in 2018, and she currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Flawless Sheeting manufactures metal roofing and trim, they sell and install metal buildings, and they do fabrication for some local businesses.

Lisa served on the Board of Directors for the Carbon County Chamber of Commerce for the past three years, and she currently serves as the President. Lisa loves the Price community, and she has a passion for seeing it grow and succeed.

Brad Watson graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in psychology and went on to obtain a Master’s degree in College Student Personnel Services (i.e. College Administration) from Western Illinois University. With over 24 plus years of experience in higher education, Brad has served in the following positions: Director of Academic Services, Director of the Price Education Center, Director of Student Support Services (TRiO Grant), and Director of Residential Life and Student Activities. Brad was also proud to work at Peczuh Printing for a couple of years as a data analyst. For the past five years Brad has worked at Utah State University Eastern as a data analyst and the Director of Community and Campus Engagement, where he helped to stand up Eastern Leaders Academy (ELA).

Brad is happily married to Jan Watson, and they are the parents of five children. Brad and his family have lived in Price, Utah since 1999. In his spare time, Brad enjoys a good book, and racquetball is his sport of choice to play.