# Giles Steps Down, Blasdel Takes Charge | Bozeman News

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Published: 2026-07-08T03:17:33+00:00
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Governor Greg Gianforte’s administration is undergoing a key leadership shift as Misty Ann Giles steps down from the Department of Administration at the end of August to join the private sector. Taking over is Mark Blasdel, veteran state legislator and current head of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, who brings deep experience to the helm of Montana’s broadest state operations department. Giles praised the department’s progress and expressed confidence in Blasdel’s ability to lead. This move marks a familiar but significant transition within the governor’s office — and eyes are now on Blasdel to see how he navigates the expanded responsibilities. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cef3f43f378ad222

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