Commissioner Amanda Ballard grew up in upstate South Carolina and moved to Manatee County just after graduating law school in 2014. Amanda has spent her career as an attorney in the local child welfare system and has a passion for helping children and underserved communities. She is on the Board of Directors with Feeding Empty Little Tummies (F.E.L.T.) in Palmetto and volunteers with Junior League of Manatee County.

Amanda is married to David, and they have two young daughters, Cecilia (“C.C.”) and Brooke, who are her greatest joy. The family are parishioners at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church. On days off, you can find Amanda drawing, cooking, spending time with family, or shopping for vintage clothes and antiques.