Communications Division
The Communications Division works with divisions throughout UDOT to provide media relations; help build relationships with the public, businesses and government partners; advise during crisis situations and convey department information to all employees.
- Communications Division Org Chart (61KB PDF File)
Contact Information
801-965-4000
[email protected]
4501 South 2700 West
P.O. Box 141200
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1200
Communications Division Contacts
Elizabeth McMillan
Director of Strategic Communications
801-965-4030
[email protected]
Aimee Colton
Social Media Manager
801-707-8668
[email protected]
Catalina French
Social Media Intern
530-329-9133
[email protected]
John Gleason
Public Relations Director
801-560-7740
[email protected]
Jessica Gonzales
Executive Communications Coordinator
801-718-6503
[email protected]
Hailey Knowlton
Graphic Designer
801-856-5124
[email protected]
Jordan Lee
Digital and Website Administrator
435-553-5840
[email protected]
Katie Lindley
Internal Communications Specialist
801-430-2434
[email protected]
Nicole McCleery
Traveler Information Communications Manager
801-518-5963
[email protected]
Nic Naylor
Multimedia Journalist
801-965-4000
[email protected]
Keriann Noble
Digital and Website Administrator
801-518-2644
[email protected]
Becky Parker
Traveler Information Director
801-244-7939
[email protected]
Autumn Payne
Customer Experience Program Manager
330-844-6456
[email protected]
Grant Potter
Communications Content Manager
385-261-3404
[email protected]
Joe Walker
Internal Communications Manager
385-223-5233
[email protected]
Media Contact Information
The following UDOT personnel work closely with the media to keep the public informed of transportation issues throughout Utah. Members of the media may contact the appropriate person directly or call the 24-hour Media Hot Line for assistance.
UDOT 24-hour Media Hotline: 801-746-9932
Primary Spokesperson:
John Gleason
801-560-7740
[email protected]
Region 1 (Northern Utah including Davis and Weber Counties)
Mitchell Shaw
801-710-0131
[email protected]
Region 2 (Salt Lake, Tooele and Summit Counties)
Kylar Sharp
801-419-8236
[email protected]
Region 3 (Utah, Wasatch, Juab and Daggett Counties and the Uintah Basin)
Wyatt Woolley
801-372-4798
[email protected]
Region 4 (Southern and Central Utah)
Kevin Kitchen
435-979-4551
[email protected]
Region, Group and Division Communication Contacts
The following UDOT personnel work closely with the central communications division but specialize in regional and division communication.
Region 1 (Northern Utah including Davis and Weber Counties)
Mitchell Shaw
801-710-0131
[email protected]
Region 2 (Salt Lake, Tooele and Summit Counties)
Kylar Sharp
801-419-8236
[email protected]
Bailey Butler – Information Specialist IV
801-979-7379
[email protected]
Region 3 (Utah, Wasatch, Juab and Daggett Counties and the Uintah Basin)
Wyatt Woolley
801-372-4798
[email protected]
Region 4 (Southern and Central Utah)
Kevin Kitchen
435-979-4551
[email protected]
Michelle Crofts – Communications Specialist
435-201-4388
[email protected]
Planning and Investments
Eileen Barron
801-244-7412
[email protected]
Traffic and Safety Division
Kristen Hoschouer
801-554-5049
[email protected]
Zero Fatalities Outreach Coordinator
Laurie Huntsman
435-896-7667
[email protected]
Traffic Management Division
Mark Garrison
801-887-3709
[email protected]
Aircraft Registration Program Manager
Kiera Allen
385-522-3821
[email protected]
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