Amelia Gardner

Amelia Powers Gardner is a Utah County Commissioner. Amelia has over 15 years experience in the private sector working in engineering, manufacturing, and business development. She is an elected official, community leader, business consultant, disruptive technology advocate, government innovation leader, and mentor for career women. Amelia serves on the Utah State Digital Innovation and Blockchain Taskforce, the State Growth Taskforce, and on the Boards of Directors for several companies and nonprofits. Prior to being elected as Utah County Commissioner, Amelia served as the Utah County Clerk/Auditor, where she championed innovation and efficiency in government. Under Amelia’s leadership, Utah County launched the first ever completely online marriage license portal, became the first jurisdiction in the United States allowing people with disabilities to vote using blockchain technology, and implemented performance based budgeting. Amelia grew up in Utah County then earned a BS in Automotive Technology from Weber State University. After college, she went to work for Caterpillar, spending time in the mid west and southern US and Canada, before returning home to Utah County. Amelia and her Husband Tobin live in Pleasant Grove, Utah and have 6 children.