LAS VEGAS — Governor‑elect Aaron Ford used Tuesday’s press briefing to introduce the senior leadership of his transition team and to launch a new online portal designed to help Nevadans engage directly with his incoming administration.
Transition team leadership
Ford named Molly Forgey as executive director of the transition. Forgey, a longtime Nevadan, began her political career more than a decade ago working for former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. She has managed competitive campaigns for state legislators, U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen, and former Governor Steve Sisolak.
Serving as deputy executive director is Jorge Costa. Costa most recently acted as political director for Ford’s gubernatorial campaign and previously led voter‑engagement efforts at Democracy for All in Las Vegas, a role he has held since 2019.
The transition’s chief spokesperson will be Tai Sims. Sims directed communications for Ford’s campaign and for the Nevada State Democratic Party. Before moving to Nevada, she worked on Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s re‑election effort and served as a communications adviser to Brandon Presley’s 2023 gubernatorial bid.
New website to streamline citizen involvement
Alongside the team announcement, Ford unveiled AaronFordTransition.com. The site offers a single point of contact for Nevadans seeking employment within the new administration, applying for potential appointments, and signing up for regular transition updates. “My priority is to ensure Nevada has a seamless, responsible transition of power,” Ford said. “This team brings deep experience across the state and local government and a clear understanding of the challenges facing Nevada families. They’ll ensure our transition is focused on identifying opportunities to make state government more effective, delivering on our promises, and building an administration that puts the people of Nevada first.”
Focus on families and effective government
Ford emphasized that the transition will prioritize policies that support Nevada families, improve government efficiency, and uphold the values of personal responsibility and community stewardship. By opening the portal to the public, the administration hopes to foster transparency and give citizens a direct voice in shaping the upcoming government.
The transition team will continue to meet with stakeholders from across the state, including business leaders, faith‑based organizations, and local officials, to gather input on pressing issues such as education, public safety, and economic development.
What’s next
Over the coming weeks, the senior team will finalize key appointments, release detailed policy outlines, and begin the hiring process for critical positions within the governor’s office and state agencies. Nevada residents are encouraged to explore the new website and participate in the transition’s outreach efforts.
Original reporting: News 3 KSNV Las Vegas (local) — read the source article.
