Party Leadership

We bring different perspectives to the table, but we’re united by a love for purposeful service, thoughtful policy, and real connection.

Anne Kirvan

Works with the Executive Team to develop and implement the Summit County Democratic Party Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plans.  

  • Lead Executive Committee Meetings (monthly), Central Committee Meetings (Quarterly), and County Conventions (yearly). 

  • Serve as the Party's spokesperson and diplomat to external media and organizations. 

  • Ensure resources and support are available as needed for the Executive Team and Membership.

Chair

Susan Odell

Be the essential link between the Executive Team and the Precincts in their specific area.

  • Communicate Party plans to Precincts

  • Communicate issues and feedback from Precincts to the Executive team.

  • Organize voter registration and campaign support with the Precincts, recruiting volunteers and resources.

Vice Chair

Secretary

Maria Horman Jones

The Secretary manages the Party records, including:

  • Minutes for Monthly Executive Committee Meetings, Central Committee Meetings, and County Conventions

  • Membership information

  • Correspondence & Publicity

The Secretary is also the Party liaison with the County Clerk on candidates and election support.

Treasurer

Chris Neville

The Treasurer is the chief financial officer for the Party:

  • Manages financial reporting to UT state gov

  • Prepares budget and reports on status of finances to Executive Team

Past Chairs work closely with the new Executive Team as a valuable, experienced resource, helping ensure that transitions flow smoothly.

They are valuable because they provide critical historical context, mentor new leadership, ensure continuity, and offer strategic, long-term perspectives.

They also prevent mistakes by explaining past decisions, aid in crisis management, and bolster trust. The work and knowledge of Past Chairs are never undervalued.

Past Chair

Rory Swensen

Executive Team
Roles & Responsibilities

The Summit County Democrats Executive Team is comprised of the Chair, Vice Chairs, Treasurer, Secretary and UDP Central Committee Representatives.

Together the Executive Officers seek to:

Plan & Inspire

Motivate the Democratic membership across Summit County. Be Visible to Democrats and those outside the party.  Broadly acknowledge and share Successes. Develop Vision, Mission, and create Strategic Plans for:

  • Outreach & Grassroots Organizing

  • Communications

  • Issues Management

  • Candidate Identification and Support

  • Fundraising and Budget

Build Bridges

Initiate and maintain strategic relationships inside and outside the Party. Serve as State Delegates to the Utah Democratic Party, and as County Delegates within Summit County.

Grow Competence

Recruit and develop local volunteers, future Party leaders, and candidates for Summit County. Utilize technology to advance capabilities and capture new opportunities.  

Achieve Results

Deliver on the strategic plans and make progress on issues and elections! Monitor, verify, communicate, and celebrate Party results.