Aimee Kotek Wilson
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Aimee Kotek Wilson | |
|---|---|
| First Lady of Oregon | |
| Assumed role January 9, 2023 | |
| Governor | Tina Kotek |
| Preceded by | Dan Little (as first gentleman) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Aimee Wilson |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Tina Kotek (m. 2017) |
| Education | Antioch College (BA) Portland State University (MSW) |
| Occupation | Social worker |
Aimee Kotek Wilson is an American social worker who has served as first lady of Oregon since 2023 as the wife of Governor Tina Kotek.[1][2][3]
Kotek Wilson was raised in a family involved in public service. Her father served in the military, later entered business, and held elected office.[1] She earned a bachelor's degree (BA) from Antioch College and, after a 17-year gap in her education, completed a master of social work (MSW) at Portland State University.[2] She has spoken about being a non-traditional student and overcoming an undiagnosed learning disability in adulthood.[3]
Career
Kotek Wilson began her career in Oregon as a community organizer, focusing on public assistance programs, LGBTQ campus climate, and workplace issues for state employees.[3] She worked to connect low-income residents, students, and union members with lawmakers to encourage civic participation.[1][2][3]
She held positions in state government, including at the Oregon Secretary of State's office, contributing to the development of Oregon's online voter registration system, and later serving as an advisor to legislative leadership in the Oregon House of Representatives.[3]