2025 Party Leadership Elections
On May 3rd, 2025, join us at Midvale Middle School for our highly anticipated Party Leadership Elections! This is your chance to step up and shape the future of Salt Lake County Democrats. All registered Democrats in Salt Lake County are eligible to file and run for any of these exciting positions.
Positions up for election:
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Party Chair
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First Vice Chair
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Second Vice Chair
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Treasurer
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Secretary
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House District Chairs, Vice Chairs, and Secretaries for all 27 Salt Lake County House Districts
Filing for the 2025 Party Leadership Elections is open and will close on April 3rd. Want to know more about the roles, responsibilities, and how the election process works? See our Salt Lake County Democratic Party Constitution.
Filed Candidates (updated as of 3/27/2025; 1pm)
Executive Committee Candidates
Chair
David Parker
I am 24 years old, and I have grown up in Utah for the majority of my life, and it is the only place I consider home. I moved to and graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor's in Accounting. However, I've always had a strong interest in politics since I was in high school where I turned in a report on Tinker vs. Des Moines and gave a presentation on it. Since then, I have been very adamant about protecting the rights of students, specifically, regarding the right to free speech. I care very deeply about the core values of America. I view the 2024 election as not just an attack on freedom of speech, information, and knowledge, but an attack against the core values of America and what it exists for. I care very much about the state of education in the United States, but fear that the current administration is doing things, and will continue to do things, to hide or normalize their crimes. I believe that it is a critical time to give our children the tools to remain educated, to not look past the actions of the current administration, and to view all, past, present, and future administrations, with the same critical lens.
Jade Velazquez
Salt Lake County is the beating heart of Utah’s Democratic movement, and I am honored to serve as your Chair, leading the charge for progressive values, inclusive leadership, and a stronger, more united party. Over the past two years, we’ve built a more engaged and effective Democratic Party—one that fights for working families, protects fundamental rights, and elects Democrats up and down the ballot. Our team has expanded grassroots organizing, registered new voters, and trained more than 1,000 enthusiastic volunteers. We’ve helped elect and re-elect 60 Democratic leaders, proving Salt Lake County is a thriving Democratic stronghold. By investing in future leaders, we’re building a lasting pipeline of candidates, campaign staff, and community advocates. Over the last two years, we have marched in dozens of parades, tabled at more than 30 community festivals, and promoted over 300 candidate events.
I am running for re-election because our work is far from over. We have the chance to flip key seats and show Utah what Democratic leadership can do. That means strengthening grassroots activism, supporting Democratic candidates who reflect our values, and expanding outreach to underrepresented communities. Salt Lake County Democrats are more fired up than ever. I ask for your support and your vote to keep our momentum going and our party moving forward.
For more information, visit jade4slco.com
First Vice Chair
David Carlson
I would like to offer my services to serve, if elected, as vice chair of the Democratic Party. I served for 30 years as an Assistant Attorney General at the Office of the Utah Attorney General until I was involved in a serious automobile accident and had to retire in 2019. I sought the party's nomination as a candidate for the office of Utah Attorney General this year but did not receive the nomination. I am a lifelong Democrat; my father, Wayne Carlson, was the party chair, my grandfather, Elof Carlson, was a union organizer and lifelong Democrat.
Amber Hendrix
Hello and welcome!
I’m Amber Hendrix, your current 1st Vice Chair of the Salt Lake County Democratic Party for the last two years.
I am honored and grateful to run for reelection.
I believe in the power of coming together to create something more significant than the sum of our parts, and I have witnessed this firsthand within this great country.
When we foster a culture of belonging, ensuring that progressive and modern values continue to shape our communities and where every voice, culture, age demographic, and perspective is heard and valued—we unlock the true potential of a grassroots movement.
When we unite, we create a brighter future for everyone.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
Let’s keep building—together!
For more information visit: https://www.reelectamberhendrixas1stvcchair.org/
Michele Rivera
I am tirelessly working towards better government with my community and political engagements. I am on the Board of Planned Parenthood Associated of Utah, where I am currently the co-chair of the Endorsements Committee. I have been the Vice-Chair of the SLCounty Dems Black Caucus since 2020, where I have supported Black candidates in all forms of political races. In 2023, became a non-partisan Elected Official for the Mount Olympus Improvement District, which encompasses Millcreek, Holladay, South Salt Lake, and a bit of a Murray. I was able to win 65% of the vote. In 2024 I was the Chair of Caucus Chairs for the County Party and the Second Vice Chair for the County Party.
For my day job, I am a Data Engineer and Analyst , where I have more than 10 years of experience in revenue, accounting, and cash collections analytics.
I want to help the party with knowledge and skills that I have, to gain and retain important seats for the party. There is nothing more important for me, than to be a vehicle for supporting, and expanding the Democratic Party, and particularly the Salt Lake County Democratic Party.
Second Vice Chair
Audrey Evans
A seasoned entrepreneur and leader, Audrey Evans excels at building organizations, fostering collaboration, and leading teams to success. As the founder of INTI Coffee and the nonprofit Food For All, Audrey has developed a reputation for her ability to connect with diverse communities and spearhead impactful initiatives.
Running for Second Vice Chair of the Salt Lake County Democrats, Audrey is committed to serving Utah Democrats and helping to strengthen the party’s Identity and Issue Caucus. With a proven track record in coalition-building, strategic collaboration, and leadership, Audrey is dedicated to elevating the voices of all Utah Democrats, ensuring their success and unity moving forward.
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Jesús Jimenez-Vivanco
I’m Jesús Jimenez-Vivanco, and I’m running for 2nd Vice Chair of the Salt Lake County Democratic Party.
Right now more than ever, it’s important to build community and have each other’s backs. One of the ways Democrats reach into existing communities is through our interest and identity caucuses. Each caucus is fairly independent. I want each caucus to reach their own goals in their own ways on issues they deeply care about. New caucus leadership? We can train you.
Established team needs support? I will be your greatest advocate.
I come from a working class background. I understand how people have to juggle life in order to make time for community and political work. This is why I will be as flexible as possible to help you how, when, and where you need support. I want to see caucuses working together as well. We can learn from one another. Our community-based work will lay the foundation for our candidates’ success, and I will be there with you.
Our ties with one another, our community, is our greatest strength. I would like to help you bring your community’s strengths into the Democratic Party. Vote Jesús for 2nd Vice Chair. Thank you.
Treasurer
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David Rodgers
David Rodgers is excited to be running for Treasurer of the Salt Lake County Democratic Party!
David volunteered for four years as the treasurer of his Condominium Homeowners Association and worked with community leaders to ensure there was a balanced budget and any financial concerns were handled swiftly with professionalism and care.
David has served since 2022 as the House District Chair of Utah House District 35 and spent the last year serving as an At-Large member of the Salt Lake County Democratic Party Executive Committee. Throughout this service David has shown that he is committed to working as hard as possible to elect democratic candidates. Serving as the Treasurer will allow David to combine experience with passion and work to make sure the Salt Lake County Democratic Party is using resources wisely to support critical party functions such as candidate support and training opportunities for delegates and precinct officers.
David is committed to transparency and accountability and will work to ensure that members of the party feel confident that donations and other resources are being used in ways that support and enhance democratic principles and values.
Secretary
Jared Eborn
My goal is to increase awareness and communication of issues, laws and initiatives impacting residents and community members of Salt Lake County and the rest of the state.
I have been a resident of Murray (HD 35) for the past 20 years and raised four children.
As a professional communicator with 15-plus years experience in journalism as a reporter and editor, 10-plus years experience in event management and marketing, and a life of advocating and working for people less privileged than myself.
I believe Salt Lake County and Utah need more active and responsive communication to stimulate growth and participation in the Democratic Party in order to swing elections and kill the GOP super majority that exists in the Utah State Legislature.
The time has come to end the tyranny of the Utah GOP.
Amy Moore
Amy Moore has been with Zions Bank for nearly 15 years and has a total of 24 years of experience in the industry. She previously worked as a Portfolio Manager in Private Banking, which has given her a unique understanding of complex tax returns and credit requests. Amy holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Utah.
In her current role, Amy provides a single point-of-contact for all her clients' financial needs, ranging from operational questions to commercial lines of credit, retirement planning, and home mortgages. Her clients can count on her to be there through the entire process.
Amy was born in Idaho and moved to Utah at the age of one. She currently resides in Taylorsville, Utah. She has a husband, three daughters, two step-sons, a son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, and seven grandchildren. Additionally, she has three dogs and two cats. In her free time, Amy enjoys hiking, reading, and watching hockey.
House District Officers
HD 21
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Chair: Kevin Parke
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Vice Chair: Bryce Williams
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Secretary: Katherine Torres
HD 22
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Chair: David Berg; Corderro Baxter
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Vice Chair: Gwen Springmeyer
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Secretary: Jamie Carter
HD 23
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Chair: Matt Janke
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Vice Chair: Lauren Spatafore
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Secretary: Lara Carbine
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Chair: Sam Forbyn
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Vice Chair: Dan Erickson
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Secretary:
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Chair: Tenile Taggart
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Vice Chair:
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Secretary:
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Chair:
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Vice Chair:
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Secretary:
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Chair: Becky Kump
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Vice Chair: Cindi Keane
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Secretary: Jackie Jansen
HD 30
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Chair: Marni LeFevre
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Vice Chair: Zachary Angell
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Secretary: Sophia Hawes-Tingey
HD 31
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Chair: Randall Howes; Kayla Aitken
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Vice Chair:
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Secretary:
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Chair: Jennifer Miller-Smith
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Vice Chair: Michele Rivera
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Secretary: Giana Petrichella
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Chair: Matthew Tracy
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Vice Chair: Karen Oliver
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Secretary:
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Chair: Nicole Nelson, Kenneth Charette
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Vice Chair: Audrey Evans
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Secretary: Deondra Brown
HD 35
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Chair: Peter Ott
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Vice Chair: Jared Eborn; Jeff Evans
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Secretary: Raquel Kumrow
HD 36
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Chair: Lynda Griffiths
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Vice Chair: Griff Griffiths
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Secretary:
House District Officers
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Chair:
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Vice Chair:
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Secretary:
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Chair: Ryan LaRe; Zach Jacob
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Vice Chair: Stephanie Roach
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Secretary:
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Chair: Scott Bell
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Vice Chair: Carson Barlow
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Secretary:
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Chair: Wendy Davis
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Vice Chair: Christian Luke Maynes
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Secretary:
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Chair: Jennifer Cottam
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Vice Chair:
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Secretary:
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Chair: Dave Moore
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Vice Chair:
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Secretary:
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Chair: Howard Van Horn; David Parker; Carrie Bohnsack
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Vice Chair:
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Secretary:
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Chair: Lori Taylor
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Vice Chair:
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Secretary:
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Chair: Cheryl Harris
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Vice Chair: Stuart Hepworth
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Secretary:
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Chair: Lisa Thompson
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Vice Chair: Kyle Waters
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Secretary: Stephanie James
HD 47
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Chair: Fred Gruendell
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Vice Chair:
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Secretary: Brandon Dew
HD 48
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Chair: Stephen Middleton
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Vice Chair:
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Chair: Catherine Voutaz
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Vice Chair: Lillian Bowles-Brown
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Secretary: Mimi Setterberg