Salt Lake County
Salt Lake County is a vibrant hub of activity and opportunity. Nestled between the majestic Oquirrh and Wasatch mountains, and stretching from the southern shores of the Great Salt Lake to the point of the mountain, this diverse county is home to over 1 million people, with 16 cities, six townships, and one town. Salt Lake County offers a dynamic blend of beauty and cultural richness. In addition to featuring four world-class ski resorts, the county is a cultural center for the visual and performing arts, including the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, and more. It is also home to a broad range of sports and entertainment, including the Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake, Utah Mammoth, Salt Lake Bees, and Utah Royals. Education and commerce thrive here. The county is a hub for industry, offering a diverse range of opportunities and contributing to the area's overall economic vitality. There are over 15 colleges, universities, and technical schools, and more than 20,000 businesses.
Because grassroots is key to long-term societal change in the Bolder Way Forward (BWF) Framework, the Salt Lake County Coalition brings the BWF message to every city, town, business, neighborhood, and family within the county. Since the “whole is greater than the sum of the parts,” the Coalition looks at who is currently doing the work in each spoke, or focus area, and elevates existing efforts. The county leaders, executive leadership team, and coalition members facilitate communication, resource sharing, and new initiatives or programs as needed and connect Salt Lake County with statewide efforts. By lifting women and girls, we lift all residents.
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County Leaders
Sara Cody
Community Advocate
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Sara helps with identity and community building as Program Coordinator at the Black Cultural Center. Outgoing Chair of the U of U’s UWHEN, she enjoys watercolor, has 63 house plants, mentors youth, and is a dog mom.
Laurie Stringham
County Councilwoman, SL County
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A mother of five, Laurie received a BFA from the U of U in theater. She is a business owner, Utah educator, preserver of arts, supporter of youth sports and recreation, and an advocate for those who do not have a voice.
Sandy Lisonbee
Co-Founder, The Wolf & The Bee
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Sandy merges corporate acumen with a commitment to workplace and social progress. At The Wolf and The Bee, she is dedicated to transforming workplace culture and addressing harassment and discrimination.
Paula McKinnon
Community Advocate
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Paula is an advocate for women in the technology industry. She champions inclusive practices and is a proponent of policies and practices that prioritize respect and safe work environments.
- Email county volunteers at slco.abwf@gmail.com
- Email Crystal Butler, UWLP Regional Coordinator
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- Fill out our volunteer interest survey
- Complete our partner interest survey
Emily Heward
Community Advocate
Busy keeping up with her three kids, Emily loves traveling and soaking up Utah's great outdoors. She earned a degree in biology from the University of Utah and is interested in continually learning new things and discovering new places.
Nicole Davis
VP of Marketing, XL PR
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Nicole is committed to advancing gender equality and family thriving in Utah. She brings expertise in storytelling, strategy, and influence to BWF. She believes in using her voice to make a difference, driven to ensure Utah continues to evolve and improve.
Sierra Benson Collett
Program Officer, Cultural Vistas
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Raised on a farm in Idaho and a first-generation graduate from USU, Sierra is a certified Leadership and Conflict Coach and coordinates Virtual Leadership, a 6-month leadership development program for emerging social change leaders from the Global South.
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