Blake currently serves as the first-ever Utah Republican on the House Ways and Means Committee, where he sits on the Healthcare, Social Security, and Work and Welfare subcommittees. He also serves on the House Budget Committee to push for policies to reverse our national debt crisis and advocate for Utah’s defense community. Blake continues to represent Hill Air Force Base as co-chair of the Armed Forces and Depot caucuses.
Before being elected to Congress, Blake worked for small businesses and in the foreign service, experiences that now guide his work on domestic and foreign policy. As a Principal at Cicero Group, Blake worked primarily in the social impact, marketing research, and strategy practice areas leading projects and serving clients throughout Utah and the nation. He has expertise in education, financial services, public policy, healthcare, transportation, supply chain, and waste industries, and this work informs his customer service and problem solver approach in Washington, D.C., as he identifies ways to help the federal government better work for Northern Utah. His passion for helping organizations manage the change process drives his ambition to overcome partisan gridlock, improve federal agencies, and smartly streamline the nation’s bureaucracy.
Previously, Blake worked abroad in business development in the healthcare and financial services industries, which led him to understand the challenges that small businesses grapple with daily. Blake was also honored to serve in the Foreign Service for the U.S. Department of State, where he gained first-hand knowledge of America’s international threats. This experience taught him to take seriously the United States’ diplomatic apparatus, the readiness of the Armed Forces, and the nation’s commitment to strengthening partnerships and alliances across the globe.
Blake joined Congress in 2021 and served on the Armed Services, Natural Resources, and Budget committees during his first term. On these committees, he advocated for Hill Air Force Base and Utah’s defense community, promoted domestic energy production, worked on addressing our debt and deficit crises, among several other efforts. Congressman Moore convened a Debt and Deficit Task Force in Ogden to create a framework of solutions with local leaders for how the federal government can grow the economy, save and strengthen vital programs, focus America’s spending, and fix Congress’s budgeting process. For these efforts, he was named a 2022 Fiscal Hero by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. He also successfully pushed for provisions in the National Defense Authorization Act packages for FY22 and FY23 that support Hill Air Force Base’s modernization efforts, Sentinel program, housing availability, and more.
Blake was the most successful freshman Republican member in terms of legislation passed, with four bills signed into law by President Biden and several more passed through committee. His bills that became law are the Saline Lake Ecosystems in the Great Basin States Program Act, the Better Cybercrime Metrics Act, the National Medal of Honor Act, the Modernizing Access to our Public Land Act, and provisions in the Afghanistan Accountability Act.
Blake is an active and valued team player within the House Republican Conference, chosen to serve as an Assistant Whip on the Republican Whip Team, the House Armed Services Committee conferee on the China legislation conference committee, and co-chair of the bipartisan Depot, Air Force, and Future caucuses.
Blake obtained a Master’s in Public Policy and Administration from Northwestern University. He graduated from the University of Utah after serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Seoul, South Korea, and signing a scholarship to play as the quarterback at Utah State University. In high school, he was awarded the Wendy’s National High School Heisman, an award honoring one male and one female senior for excellence in athletics, academics, and citizenship. He remembers fondly a conversation with a Heisman trustee after the ceremony. The trustee mentioned that it was Blake’s Eagle Scout and other service projects that set him apart. Blake recalls thinking at that moment, “I’m not special; that’s just the way kids are raised in Northern Utah!”
Blake is married to Jane Boyer, his amazing, humorous, and very candid wife, who encourages him to take risks and pursue big things. Blake and Jane have four awesome and active boys who keep them on their toes- Max, George, Winston, and Franklin. Even with a congressional term under his belt, Blake’s most prized title is “Little League Coach.”
United States Senator, 2015-2021
Member of Congress 2011-2015
Cory Gardner is focused on empowering people to better lives through innovation and creativity in public policy, diplomacy and the economy. A fifth-generation Coloradan, he was born and raised in Yuma, a tiny town on the Eastern Plains of Colorado where his family owned a farm implement dealership for over 106 years. He lives in the same prairie house his great-grandparents lived in and called home.
Growing up, Cory learned the values of hard work and the benefits of a tight-knit community with a desire to get things done. He is a principled leader who is not afraid to work across the aisle for solutions that move this country forward. He believes that the answer to a question should begin with “Yes” and then finds a way to deliver.
Cory’s public service career began in the Colorado House of Representatives in 2005, and was widely recognized for his expertise in natural resources, energy and agriculture policy. He was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2010, serving as a member of the House Energy Action Team, and the powerful Energy and Commerce Committee. His legislative efforts focused on renewable and traditional energy, and protecting our nation’s resources.
Cory was elected to the United States Senate in 2014, where he served until 2021. As the author of the Great American Outdoors Act, he secured passage of “the holy grail” of conservation legislation. This bill permanently funds the Land and Water Conservation Fund, a goal first established by President John F. Kennedy and provide billions of dollars in funding to our National Parks. The Great American Outdoors act is the most significant conservation bill to pass Congress in over 50 years.
He currently serves in a variety of advisory capacities to companies that span the economy, from aerospace and telecom to bio-health, crypto, cannabis and renewables.
He is the chairman of the Judiciary Committee. Senator Westerfield also serves as a member on the Veterans, Military Affairs and Public Protection Committee; the Agriculture Committee; the Natural Resources and Energy Committee; the Child Welfare Oversight and Advisory Committee; the Tobacco Settlement Agreement Fund Oversight Committee; the Families and Children Committee; the Commission on Race and Access to Opportunity; the Budget Review Subcommittee on Justice and Judiciary; and serves as Co-Chair of the Juvenile Justice Oversight Council. In January of 2021, Senator Westerfield was appointed a national Co-Chair of the Law, Criminal Justice and Public Safety Standing Committee with the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Senator Westerfield is a lifelong resident of Christian County, Kentucky, and presently is in private practice in Hopkinsville after serving over five years as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney. He also operates a commercial drone photography/videography company serving clients across the Commonwealth and Tennessee.
Senator Westerfield received his B.S. in Communication at the University of Kentucky in 2003, and his J.D. in the spring of 2006 from Southern Illinois University School of Law. He has been an active member of the Kentucky Bar since October 2006 and the Tennessee Bar since 2012. He owns a small row crop farm in Western Kentucky with his five brothers. Whitney and his wife, Amanda, have two children and live in Fruit Hill.
As one of the most effective legislators in the House, last session all 6 of the bills he sponsored were passed in the House, the Senate, and signed by the governor. He sponsored bills on public safety, public lands, and veterans issues. Tyler is proud to serve the community in his day job as a Provo Police officer and is lucky to be married to the love of his life Leah. He is honored to be with you today!
Maycumber’s impressive legislative track record reflects her dedication to various issues that affect her constituents. In 2021, she fought against the low carbon fuel standard and its usage of international child labor and the cutting down of virgin rainforests, ensuring ethical and environmentally responsible practices.
In 2017, Maycumber authored a bill aimed at holding the state accountable for both its environmental regulations and out-of-state purchases of construction materials, benefiting local manufacturers and producers. Additionally, her efforts resulted in the passage of HB 2010, a law that allows the state Department of Natural Resources to allocate funds for vital initiatives such as radio communication equipment, education and outreach efforts, fuel mitigation, and residential wildfire risk prevention measures.
Jacquelin possesses a diverse background. With a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and experience as a biomedical research scientist, she brings a scientific perspective to her work. She has also served as a law enforcement officer and an elected school board member.
Maycumber’s passion for rural economic development and her commitment to education funding and state budgeting have earned her a reputation as a staunch advocate for common-sense solutions. Her goal is to ensure equal access to education and successful careers for all children while responsibly utilizing Washington’s abundant natural resources.
As a fourth-generation landowner in Northeast Washington, Maycumber’s deep roots in the 7th District further fuel her dedication to serving its residents. She resides in Republic with her husband Marty and their three children, epitomizing her understanding of the challenges faced by the community she represents.
Stephen has trained more than 20,000 activists and has been listed on multiple 30 under 30 awards. His work has been featured on Fox News, Fox Business, The Daily Caller, The Washington Times & many more national outlets.
Stephen grew up in Montana, the “Treasure State”.
Encouraging worldwide change for clean, zero-carbon emission energy sources, Stanke emphasizes the benefits of nuclear power and seeks to dispel the myths around nuclear energy while inspiring the next generation of female scientists, engineers, and mathematicians.
Since moving to California with his family in 2012, he has taught at Stanford University’s d.school (Institute of Design), and was co-founder and CEO of the political crowdfunding platform Crowdpac. He has published a number of books including the UK Sunday Times bestseller More Human – Designing a World Where People Come First. Steve lives in the Bay Area with his wife, two sons, two dogs…and ten chickens. He became a U.S. citizen in May 2021.
Making history as the longest serving national chairman, Rick has led the Young Republicans to more than 53 million voter contacts nationwide, sent more than 30 Young Republicans to Congress and elected thousands to local and state office. Rick has committed Young Republicans to building a better, stronger GOP and elevating Young Republicans as party leaders now and into the future. To fulfill that mission, Rick launched “YRs Run”, a national initiative to run more Young Republicans for public and party office than ever before.
Rick earned his undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees from West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Born and raised in Chester County, Pennsylvania, Rick is active within the community and has been recognized by numerous organizations as a distinguished young professional.
Chris serves as Executive Chairman of Liberty Resources. From 2000 to 2006, Chris served as Chairman of Stroud Energy. In 1992, Chris founded Pinnacle Technologies and served as CEO from 1992 to 2006. Chris sits on multiple boards including the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank Denver Branch.
Chris Wright has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and conducted graduate work in electrical engineering at UC Berkeley and MIT.
She has two children, many pets and enjoys the outdoors.
Though she grew up in the Midwest, Hannah was lucky enough to spend her summers in Montana and worked as a backpacking guide in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness throughout college. Hannah now calls Bozeman home and fills her spare moments coaching youth mountain biking, serving on the board of the local ski foundation, and enjoying the wonderful outdoors every way she can.
For the decade before that, as a private sector consultant, he led environmental and social impact assessments in over a dozen countries around the world for USAID, and he advised the U.S. EPA on policy design and program implementation. He has testified to the U.S. Congress twice and is fluent in English and Spanish.
Andrew has appeared on multiple television series including his most recent role as a judge on Food Network’s “Chopped Junior” with Megan Markle. He was the Host of FYI Series “Say It To My Face”, as well as a judge on Food Network’s “Food Truck Face Off.” He has made appearances on the TODAY show, Fox News, CNN, NBC Nightly News, PBS, Cooking Channel, and has been featured in numerous publications including The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Men’s Health, Food & Wine magazine, USA Today, Entrepreneur and Nation’s Restaurant News. He was named Top 25 Business Executives for Fast Casual magazine as well as featured in Nation’s Restaurant News’ 2017 Power List.
In 2013 he was named top 40 under 40 entrepreneurs in Orange County. He and his wife Lauren Gruel were named Pandemic Heroes by Restaurant Business Magazine alongside Guy Fieri and Jose Andres. He is currently the Co-Host of The SoCal Restaurant Show on AM 830 and a regular contributor on various national news channels.
Sierra is proud to champion several NGOs including NATO, Protect our Winters and the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty.
Kisin is a powerful speaker, known for his engaging, entertaining and thought-provoking talks on a wide range of topics, including the importance of upholding Western values of liberalism, freedom of expression and viewpoint diversity. He has also spoken and written extensively about the war in Ukraine.
His speech at an Oxford Union debate generated over 100 million views around the world and has made him one of the most sought-after cultural commentators in the world.
Constellation is the nation’s leading producer of carbon-free energy, generating 10 percent of all carbon-free electricity in the United States.
David was recognized by Washingtonian Magazine as one of the 500 Most Influential People in 2022. Washingtonian touted David as “heralded by peers as one of the wisest energy minds in town.”
David is a graduate of Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia and received a juris doctor degree, with honors, from the Georgetown University Law Center.
David and his wife Tammy live in Alexandria, Virginia, with their son Harrison.
He is a widely published author, with work appearing in outlets such as The Atlantic, Bloomberg Citylab, and The Guardian. He lives in Los Angeles, California and is originally from Lexington, Kentucky.
Prior to joining West Group, John was the Colorado Director of Government Affairs for the law firm Holland & Hart LLP for six years. He also served as a Senior Policy Advisor to former Colorado Governor Bill Owens, where he served as the governor’s representative to the Western Governors’ Association focusing on land use, natural resources, and energy policies across the western United States.
John also served as Speechwriter to the Secretaries of the Department of Homeland Security and Housing and Urban Development in the George W. Bush administration. John graduated from Princeton University in 2003 and earned a master’s in business administration from the University of Denver in 2010.
Before joining the Leadership Institute, John served as the Director of Youth Engagement for the Republican National Committee where he led the party’s national effort of engaging young voters to grow the party.
Before transitioning to Washington, D.C. to work at the national level, John worked on campaigns at the state and local levels in Pennsylvania. During the 2020 presidential cycle, John served as the Pennsylvania Trump Victory Leadership Initiative Director where he oversaw the statewide volunteer recruitment and training efforts. Prior to joining the statewide Pennsylvania Trump Victory team, John was a grassroots organizer for Central Pennsylvania, developing a robust team of 1,000+ volunteers between 2018 and 2019. As a freshman and sophomore in college, John also organized various local school board, borough council, and judicial campaigns.
Originally from Lebanon, PA, John is a graduate of Elizabethtown College with a Master of Public Policy and B.A. in Political Science.
Prior to his current position Hoogeveen served as the Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of Rocky Mountain Power and President and Chief Executive Officer of Kern River Gas Transmission company for four years.
Hoogeveen currently serves on the Salt Lake City Chamber of Commerce Board of Governors, the EDCUtah Board of Advisors, the Envision Utah Board of Directors, and the Utah Sports Commission Board of Trustees. He dedicates his time to others within the company through both formal and informal mentoring.
Hoogeveen earned a Bachelor of Science degree in physics from the University of Northern Iowa, and a Ph.D. in space physics from Rice University.”
Todd is author of two books on environmental policy. “Time to Think Small: How nimble environmental technologies can solve the planet’s biggest problems,” released in 2022, outlines how people across the globe are using technology to protect threatened species, reduce CO2 emissions, and stop plastic waste from reaching the ocean. His 2011 book, “Eco-Fads,” explained that many of our environmental policies are designed to politicians look and feel good rather than help the environment.
In 2021, Myers served as president of his local beekeeping club in his quest to build an army of stinging insects at his command. He has a bachelor’s degree in politics from Whitman College and a master’s degree in Russian/International Studies from the Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington. He and his wife Maria live in the Cascade Mountains in Washington state with 200,000 honeybees, and he claims to make an amazing pasta carbonara and an incredible dirty vodka martini with blue-cheese-stuffed olives.
Stephanie’s career started at the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal where she researched and wrote about higher education policy. After realizing she was not destined for a policy career, Stephanie joined the Charles Koch Institute where she served in a variety of engagement and talent development roles, most recently managing relationships with the Institute’s over 4,500 educational program alumni.
Stephanie is from a small town outside of Eugene, Oregon and studied political science at Southern Oregon University. She currently resides in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems
Mason Baker is Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems’ (“UAMPS”) CEO & General Manager. Mason holds a law degree from the University of Utah and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from Colorado College. He holds a certificate in Environmental and Natural Resources Law from the University of Utah and is the past Chair of the Board of the Salt Lake Climbers Alliance. Mason enjoys spending time with his two young sons and rock climbing throughout the West with his wife and two dogs.
