Adam Aasen, Carmel, has been named press secretary for the Republican majority in the Indiana House of Representatives.
A former newspaper writer, Aasen has also been a periodic guest columnist for the Hamilton County Reporter.
He is a member of the Carmel City Council. Aasen and his family formerly owned and operated a restaurant in downtown Carmel. He also has worked in marketing consulting and has done volunteer work in the community.
Adam and his wife, Nicole, have a daughter and reside in the southeast section of Carmel.