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Jordan Cockeram

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Jordan Cockeram
Cockeram in 2023
Business License Commissioner of West Hollywood
In office
March 01, 2023 – present
Appointed byJohn Heilman
Personal details
Born (1991-09-14) September 14, 1991 (age 33)
Political partyDemocratic
Alma materUniversity of Minnesota, BS

Jordan Cockeram (born September 14, 1991) is an American politician who has served as a Business License Commissioner of West Hollywood since 2023.[1] Cockeram is currently running for a seat on West Hollywood City Council.[2]

Early life and career

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Cockeram was born in 1991 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to an attorney and police officer.[3] Cockeram graduated with a degree in Business and Finance from the University of Minnesota. From an early age he was involved in political campaigns, including canvassing against 2012 Minnesota Amendment 1. When Cockeram moved to West Hollywood he volunteered on West Hollywood City Council member John Heilman's campaign.[4]

Current career

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Since 2023, Jordan Cockeram has served on the West Hollywood Business License Commission. In this role, Cockeram oversees the issuance of business licenses and ensures compliance with local regulations, focusing on creating a supportive environment for local businesses.[1] His initiatives have aimed to streamline processes and enhance community relations with entrepreneurs in West Hollywood.[5]

As of 2024, Cockeram is a candidate for the West Hollywood City Council. His campaign focuses on several issues including affordable housing, economic development sustainability, and public safety.[6] Cockeram has actively participated in candidate forums and debates, where he has discussed critical issues such as minimum wage policies and the importance of maintaining a safe and accessible city for all residents.[7][8][9] Cockeram has been a vocal opponent of corruption in West Hollywood.[10]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Business License Commission". www.weho.org.
  2. ^ "Candidates vie for seats on WeHo council". 9 October 2024.
  3. ^ "Meet Jordan".
  4. ^ "Candidates vie for seats on WeHo council". 9 October 2024.
  5. ^ "Council candidates butt heads over minimum wage, bike lanes". 26 September 2024.
  6. ^ "Nine candidates run for two open seats on West Hollywood City Council". Los Angeles Daily News.
  7. ^ "Candidates vie for seats on WeHo council". 9 October 2024.
  8. ^ "Council candidates butt heads over minimum wage, bike lanes". 26 September 2024.
  9. ^ "Candidates debate WeHo's pressing issues at Kol Ami forum". 24 September 2024.
  10. ^ "OPINION: The corruption infesting West Hollywood".