Arefeen Chowdhury (Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner, Georgia, candidate 2024)

Arefeen Chowdhury

Do you have a photo that could go here? Click here to submit it for this profile!

---

Republican Party

Candidate, Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner

Elections and appointments

Last election

May 21, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Georgia State University

Graduate

Georgia State University

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army National Guard

Contact

Campaign website

Campaign Facebook

Arefeen Chowdhury (Republican Party) ran for election to the Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner in Georgia. Chowdhury was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Chowdhury completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Arefeen Chowdhury provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on May 19, 2024:

• Bachelor's: Georgia State University
• Graduate: Georgia State University
• Graduate: Georgia State University
• Military service: United States Army National Guard
• Profession: Finance / Accounting
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: Vote Arefeen, Keep More Green
• Campaign website
• Campaign Facebook

Elections

General election

General election for Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner

Incumbent Denise Mitchell and Arefeen Chowdhury ran in the general election for Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Denise Mitchell (D)
	Submit photo	Arefeen Chowdhury (R)

---

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined.
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner

Incumbent Denise Mitchell and Phillip Bonton III ran in the Democratic primary for Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner on May 21, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Denise Mitchell
	Submit photo	Phillip Bonton III

---

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined.
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner

Arefeen Chowdhury ran in the Republican primary for Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner on May 21, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Arefeen Chowdhury

---

	Incumbency information for this election was not available.
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Chowdhury in this election.

Campaign themes

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

Arefeen Chowdhury completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Chowdhury's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

Expand all | Collapse all

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My life story is a testament to the American Dream. In 2003, I immigrated with my family to the United States, driven by the pursuit of opportunity and the promise of a brighter future. Today, I stands as a shining example of resilience, hard work, and community leadership.

I have earned a Bachelor's degree, a Master's, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from Georgia State University in Atlanta. I was the Vice President of Beta Alpha Psi (ΒΑΨ) chapter in GSU. My dedication to service is further exemplified by the years spent in the United States Army and the Georgia National Guard as an Enlisted soldier.

I am a seasoned professional in Financial Accounting & Risk Management and worked for some of the best known Fortune100 companies around the world. Through my expertise in Financial Accounting Audit, Risk mitigation, Technology implementation and servant leadership, I had helped my employers to save billions of dollars from waste and abuse and created thousands of jobs in GA.

Beyond my professional life, I am deeply engaged in the community. I understand the importance of giving back and have actively participated in various community groups, such as Leadership Gwinnett, Veterans of Gwinnett, and the AtlantaYoung Professionals Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research.

I am happily married to his wife, Dr. Maliha Munir. Together we have a daughter.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Gwinnett County is ever-changing. Every year, our population soars to new heights and, with that, we become more and more diverse. Our county deserves a Tax Commissioner who is constantly looking for ways to elevate customer service, save taxpayers money, and serve our growing diverse community with excellence. By extending weekend hours, simplifying the online payment system, and making official tax documents available upon request in various languages, we can better serve the growing diverse population in Gwinnett.
• I will work to reduce taxes by identifying waste and ensuring our resources are used wisely. I will also perform a complete audit of our tax code and tax calculations.
• I will ensure our office seeks and utilizes all options available to ease the burden of taxes on our citizens while also lobbying for new exemptions. I will be YOUR advocate.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I'm deeply passionate about a variety of public policy areas, with tax reform, technology governance, and accountability measures ranking among my top interests.

Tax policy isn't just about revenue collection; it's a powerful tool for shaping social and economic behavior. I believe in crafting tax policies that promote fairness, efficiency, and economic growth while also addressing income inequality and ensuring that the burden of taxation is distributed equitably across society.

Technology governance is another area close to my heart. As technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, it's essential that we have robust regulatory frameworks in place to protect privacy, ensure cybersecurity, and promote innovation.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

The Constitution of the United States.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity: Elected officials must possess unwavering honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct in all their actions. Integrity forms the foundation of trust between officials and the public they serve.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Ethical Conduct and Transparency: Upholding high standards of ethical conduct and transparency is paramount for elected officials. They must adhere to ethical guidelines, disclose potential conflicts of interest, and operate with honesty and integrity to maintain public trust.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

A cashier at a Gas Station in Downtown Atlanta. I had that job for about three years.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Financial transparency and government accountability are indispensable for upholding the principles of democracy, fostering public trust, and promoting effective and ethical governance. It is incumbent upon governments at all levels to prioritize these principles and implement measures to ensure transparency, accountability, and integrity in their operations.

Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.

See also

2024 Elections

What's on the ballot? U.S. President U.S. Congress U.S. Congress special elections State executives State legislatures State courts Ballot measures Municipal government School boards Election analysis hub

Government

Who represents me? U.S. Congress State executives State legislators State courts Ballot measures Municipal government School boards

Newsletters

The Daily Brew The Weekly Brew The Ballot Bulletin Checks and Balances Economy and Society Hall Pass Number of the Day Robe & Gavel

External links

Search Google News for this topic

Candidate

Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner

Website

Facebook