Endorsements

I’m grateful for the support of people who know my work and who share my commitment to public service that is accessible, capable, and genuinely helpful to the people it serves.

  • "Rachel brings a strong legal and compliance background to public service. She understands the responsibilities that come with managing public funds and will approach the Treasurer’s role with integrity and professionalism."

    Steve Fenberg
    Former President CO Senate

  • “We must elect people who possess LOSHK:

    skillfully Listen
    approachably Open
    nimbly Smart
    profoundly Honest
    helpfully Kind

    Rachel is all that. She’s also battle tested and has the relevant experience.”

    Mary Young
    Former Boulder City Council

  • “Boulder County needs a Treasurer with a proven track record of integrity, public service, and leadership. I am strongly supporting Rachel Friend because she brings that experience — and is well-suited for this important role. Rachel Friend will be an outstanding Treasurer for this wonderful community.”

    Michael Dougherty
    Boulder County District Attorney

  • “Through her work in government and throughout the community, Rachel has developed a deep understanding of Boulder County’s needs. That balanced perspective, along with her integrity and sound judgment, will make her an excellent and highly effective Treasurer.”

    Judy Amabile
    Colorado State Senator

  • "Rachel leads with integrity and honesty, thoughtfully considering every issue that comes before her. She listens carefully and always keeps the community’s best interests front and center. I’m proud to support her for Boulder County Treasurer."

    Tara Winer
    Mayor Pro Tem of Boulder

  • “As a third-generation Coloradan, I was raised to understand that sound financial stewardship isn’t just good governance — it’s a legacy we pass on. My father spent his career in accounting and at times in the public sector including cities like Boulder and Northglenn, and I saw firsthand how deeply communities depend on the people trusted to manage their resources with care and practicality. I’ve worked alongside Rachel Friend, and I’ve seen her integrity, professionalism, and commitment up close. Boulder County’s fiscal health ripples across our entire region more now than ever. Rachel Friend has the expertise and vision to be the Treasurer this county — and this region — deserves.“

    Portia Prescott
    Former Regional NAACP President

  • “I worked closely with Rachel during her four years on the Boulder City Council and saw firsthand how thoughtfully she evaluated each issue to achieve the best outcomes for our community. She was deeply committed to engaging the public and consistently demonstrated careful stewardship of the city’s limited resources. I’m confident she will bring that same dedication and leadership to the role of County Treasurer.”

    Aaron Brockett
    Mayor of Boulder

  • “I support Rachel Friend for Boulder County Treasurer because she has the experience, integrity, and collaborative nature it takes to ensure that Boulder County’s resources are stewarded responsibly and fairly.”

    Holly Rogin
    Former Mayor of Lyons

  • "In a time of cynicism and distrust of our elected officials, Rachel is something else entirely. She stands as a person of principle and values, dedicated always to serving her constituents and her community. She will be an outstanding and effective County Treasurer, and I enthusiastically endorse her to the voters of Boulder County."

    Mark Wallach
    Boulder City Council

  • "I’m proud to endorse Rachel Friend for Boulder County Treasurer. I served alongside Rachel on Boulder City Council, and she is one of the most thoughtful, disciplined, and financially savvy leaders I’ve worked with. Our finances will be in exceptionally capable hands with Rachel protecting taxpayer dollars and delivering the transparency and accountability our community deserves."

    Matt Benjamin
    Boulder City Council

  • Karen McCormick
    CO State Representative

  • Lesley Smith
    CO State Representative

  • Danielle Young-Kombo
    Vice President, League of Women Voters CO

  • Jessie Danielson
    CO State Senator

  • Mike Foote
    Former CO State Senator

  • KC Becker
    Former CO Speaker of the House

  • Edie Hooton
    Former CO State Representative

  • Claire Levy
    Boulder County Commissioner

  • Kathy Gebhardt
    CO Board of Education

  • Elliot Hood
    CU Regent

  • Callie Rennison
    CU Regent

  • Ilana Dubin Spiegel
    CU Regent

  • Guyleen Castriotta
    Mayor of Broomfield

  • Jason Serbu
    Mayor Pro Tem, Superior

  • Jake Marsing
    Longmont City Council

  • Tina Marquis
    Boulder City Council

  • Rob Kaplan
    Boulder City Council

  • Tanya Daty
    Lyons Board of Trustees

  • Lynn Guissinger
    RTD Board of Directors

  • Chris Nicholson
    RTD Board of Directors

  • Nicole Rajpal
    BVSD Board of Directors

  • Jason Unger
    BVSD Board of Directors

  • Jim Martin
    Former Boulder County Trustee & CU Regent

  • Josie Heath
    Former Boulder County Commissioner

  • Elise Jones
    Former Boulder County Commissioner

  • Stan Garnett
    Former Boulder County DA

  • Joan Peck
    Former Mayor of Longmont

  • Leslie Durgin
    Former Mayor of Boulder

  • Suzanne Jones
    Former Mayor of Boulder

  • Sam Weaver
    Former Mayor of Boulder

  • Jamie Harkins
    Former Mayor of Lafayette

  • Shiquita Yarbrough
    Former Longmont City Council

  • Tim Howard
    Former Superior Board of Trustees

  • Bob Yates
    Former Boulder City Council

  • Adam Swetlick
    Former Boulder City Council

  • Jill Grano
    Former Boulder City Council

  • Mirabai Nagle
    Former Boulder City Council

  • Jan Burton
    Former Boulder City Council

  • Andrew Shoemaker
    Former Boulder City Council

  • Tim Plass
    Former Boulder City Council

  • Françoise Poinsatte
    Former Boulder City Council

  • Karen Bigelow
    Former Mayor Pro Tem of Thornton

  • Murray Smith
    Candidate, CU Regent

  • Jack Rosenthal
    Candidate, RTD Board

  • Michael Farrington
    Candidate, RTD Board

  • Rachel Rose Isaacson
    Candidate, Boulder City Council

I’m humbled to have the support of many friends and neighbors throughout Boulder County. Thank you for the trust you’re placing in me. I will work hard to earn it every day.

  • Mimi Amabile

  • Jessica Benjamin

  • Bryan Bowen

  • George Bradley

  • Ryan Bradley

  • Terri Brncic

  • Ed Byrne

  • Stefanie Clarke

  • Paul Cure

  • Laurie Dornberger

  • David Ensign

  • Lauren Lambert Feldman

  • Tracey Fontaine

  • Christina Gardner

  • Julie Graff

  • David Gross

  • Tom Grumbly

  • Ray Keener

  • Jill McIntyre

  • Mark McIntyre

  • Andrea Meneghel

  • Mindy Miller

  • Sara Mitton

  • Ning Mosberger-Tang

  • Masyn Moyer

  • Tina Mueh

  • Robin Noble

  • Megan Noel

  • Jill Oliver

  • Pete Ornstein

  • Stephanie Porter

  • Danica Powell

  • Sue Prant

  • Walter Prowell

  • Bill Rigler

  • Karla Rikansrud

  • Dawn Reinfeld

  • Jenny Robins

  • Anie Roche

  • Shawn Rodda

  • Martha Roskowski

  • Alan Rogers

  • Jennifer Shriver

  • Kylie Smith

  • Charlie Stein

  • Todd Tilzer

  • Emily Trevillian

  • Sarah van der Star

  • Gaya Vinay

  • Sandra Weeks

  • Suzanne Williams

  • Carolyn Young

  • Harmon Zuckerman

Organizational Distinctions, Designations, or Endorsements

  • Boulder Daily Camera
    Endorsement

  • Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund Endorsement

  • Mental Health Now
    Candidate Designee

  • Colorado Jewish Action Alliance Endorsement

  • BlueFlower Endorsement

  • Gun Sense Candidate Distinction