Personal History
Emma Pinter is a strategic, collaborative, and compassionate leader with a proven track record of delivering results on community priorities. After serving two terms on the Westminster City Council (starting in 2013), Emma became the youngest woman ever to be elected to the Adams County Commission in 2018. She currently serves as the Board chair for the remainder of 2024, and also served as Chair previously in 2020 during her first term. Before starting her career in public service, Emma worked as a Community Engagement Leader at Thrivent Financial, which helped prepare her with both a robust economic and service-leadership background.
Emma's expertise as county commissioner comes from two key areas. First, her eleven years of civil service, combined with the dedication and determination it took to earn her law degree, give her a unique professional edge. Just as importantly, she brings the kind of lived experience and tenacity that truly reflect the spirit of the Adams County community. From prioritizing a strong, fair economy and affordable housing to championing inclusivity, climate action, and behavioral health innovations, Emma consistently works to ensure Adams County’s services, programs and efforts are working for all its residents.
Emma is the daughter of an immigrant, the granddaughter of union steelworkers, and became the caregiver of a younger sibling when she was only 20. In addition, Emma is the first openly queer woman to serve on the Adams County Board of Commissioners and is proud to bring additional representation to the LGBTQ+ community in the county. Emma is the proud parent of two wonderful children and brings important perspective as a parent to her role as County Commissioner. When she’s not busy with her work as a Commissioner, she enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, reading, and exploring the Westminster and Adams County communities in which she lives.
Awards and recognitions:
- Woman of Metro North, Metro North Chamber—2018
- Truman Chapter MVP, Truman National Security Colorado—2021
- Innovations Elected Official Awards, InvestHER—2022
- Labor Champion, Colorado AFL-CIO—2022
