Employee Spotlight – Ernie Gamonal


June 9, 2022

The division I work in is…
Professional Licensing

I have worked at Commerce for…
I have worked at Commerce for 4.85 years. I have previously driven a Taxi in Salt Lake, directed marketing for a Marketing Company, managed a t-shirt shop on the beach in Florida, and some other things. Life is an adventure.

At Commerce, my job is…
At Commerce, my job is a Licensing Specialist. I process applications in as timely a manner as possible while focusing on the details of an applicant’s qualifications.

The best thing about working for the Utah Department of Commerce is…
The best thing about working for the Utah Department of Commerce is providing a professionally pleasant experience to our applicants and licensees; and this is important because, we are all people who deserve to be treated fairly, respectfully, and pleasantly — especially by our own government.

I have professionally grown working in my division because…
I have professionally grown working in my division because I have adapted to (am currently adapting to) the state employee ecosystem. For everything I have ever done, this is truly a unique experience.

During my workday I could not live without….
Coffee. I consume a pot a day. Hopefully, there won’t be any negative side effects.

Outside of the office I like to…
Outside of the office I like to watch live music. With the Gallivan basically across the street, you will frequently find me on Wednesdays, getting my fill of Big Band and Jazz

My superpower is…
My superpower is Excel. I will accept any challengers in an Excel-off. A well written spreadsheet is a thing of beauty.