Clint Okerlund

Clint Okerlund was born in Utah. He earned a bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University in 2001 and a graduate degree from the University of Notre Dame in 2004. His career experience includes working as a CFO.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I grew up in the clean air of rural Richfield, Utah, before serving a mission, getting married, and raising children. I then received a business degree from BYU and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame. I worked at Zions Bank, spent 14 years at Bank of America, and then joined a start-up biotech laboratory in Sandy as its Chief Financial Officer.

As a business executive and a CFO, I know how to manage money wisely, hold people accountable for their spending, and stick to a budget that prioritizes high-impact projects. That's how I want our local, state, and federal governments to operate as well. I still have children in school and my wife works for Canyons School District. Clean air, education, and fiscal accountability are top priorities for my family and me.

Our federal government may seem like a mess, but in Utah we have many reasons to be hopeful. Utah is still "The Place" to be. We have well-run government, a thriving economy, and an amazing quality of life. None of this is by accident; it is the direct result of electing public servants who work together to craft thoughtful policies which prioritize and reflect our compassionate and responsible Utah values. If you have any questions or comments, I encourage you to reach out to me directly at ElectClint.com.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I believe in practical policies over partisan politics. I have been a lifelong “Reagan Republican”—but regardless of your political affiliation, I am running to represent YOU. All of District 42 deserves strong representation on Utah’s Capitol Hill.Utah is growing and changing. The way we deal with this growth and these changes now will impact Utah families for generations. Now is the time to determine how Utah will effectively tackle the challenges of education funding, air quality, housing affordability, transportation infrastructure, homelessness, abortion policy, and restoring the Great Salt Lake.Utah is exceptional. It’s an amazing place to live, learn, work and play. But there is more work to be done. Although we have made meaningful progress, our educators and students deserve to have the resources to reduce class sizes and fund their classroom supplies. Inflation continues to erode our purchasing power and the state can help by spending our tax dollars more wisely so that we can reduce the burden on Utah’s taxpayers. Our economy requires constant care to make sure that Utah continues to create new, high paying, layoff resistant jobs for our families now and for our kids when they become adults.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Quality of Life. Quality of Education. Quality of our Economy. Utah must remain a premier state in which to Live, Learn, Work and Play!

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Ronald Reagan: How an Ordinary Man Became an Extraordinary Leader

Ronald Reagan was a hero of my childhood. He was collaborative, communicative, and a man of integrity.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity. Straightforwardness. The ability to listen. The ability to communicate “This is how I’m voting and here is why…”

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To listen. To learn. And then, to REPRESENT.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I started a lawn care business with my best friend in high school. I learned valuable business insights that inspired me to get a business undergraduate degree, an MBA and to work in career fields that allow me to focus on helping and growing businesses.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

The checks and balances of the separate branches of government must remain uncompromised first and foremost. As long as that is maintained, a good working relationship is probably helpful.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Growth.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Precious is helpful in navigating the processes and procedures specific to crafting bill language. Consistent turnover and the introduction of new names, faces and ideas is vital to avoiding stagnation and corruption.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes. Obviously!

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis said that “sunlight is the best disinfectant”.

Transparency and openness are key components to public service, and people are more likely to behave well when they know they will be held accountable for their actions in office. I believe that more transparency leads to better government and the election of better leaders.

Do you support or oppose changes to the current state ballot initiative process? If so, what kind of changes would you consider?

I am opposed to the peoposed Constitutional Amendment D.