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Emma Houston is the new director of diversity affairs for Salt Lake County.
A longtime community volunteer, Houston was been on the county's Council on Diversity Affairs since 2013. She is a former chairwoman of the Governor's Office of Ethnic Affairs along with serving on the boards of the Huntsman Cancer Foundation and the National Council on Aging.
"Emma is a great fit for this job because of her ties to the community and her commitment to inclusiveness and compassion for others," said county Mayor Ben McAdams.
Houston said she was excited to work with local leaders "to build healthier communities for all residents."
McAdams said Houston, who has bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Phoenix, was nominated by a citizens committee that interviewed several candidates after a broad search.
She replaces Rebecca Sanchez, who retired in March.
— Mike Gorrell