Utah budget director taking Michigan post

Published: Monday, Nov. 29 2010 5:33 p.m. MST

Summary

SALT LAKE CITY — John Nixon, the executive director of the Utah Governor's Office of Planning and Budget, has been named Michigan state budget director. Nixon's hiring was announced Monday.

Nixon, who serves as president of the National Association of State Budget Officers, has held Utah's top budget post since June 2006. Previously, he was deputy director and chief financial officer for the Utah Department of Workforce Services.

"I am honored to have served with to Gov. Gary Herbert," Nixon said. "My family and I now look forward to this new opportunity in Michigan."

Nixon earned a bachelor of science degree in business and corporate finance from BYU, and a masters of business administration degree with an emphasis in information technology from the University of Utah. He is also a certified public accountant and was named CFO of the Year in 2008 by Utah Business Magazine.

— Jasen Lee

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Hellooo

Salt Lake City, UT

Thanks Mr. Nixon for your work in Utah. Good luck in Michigan, which should be a major challenge for you.

9:51 p.m. Nov. 29, 2010
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Mykey

Salt Lake City, UT

Wish you and your family the best. It has been a priviledge to associate with you. Thank you for your great service to the State of Utah.

8:00 a.m. Nov. 30, 2010
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LifeLongUtahn

Salt Lake City, UT

John you did a great job for the citizens of the state and the Governors you were able to advise. Utah is recognized as the best managed because of the work of people like you. Good luck in the challenges you will face in a much colder and less More..

2:47 p.m. Nov. 30, 2010
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