Biographical Information
Born: September 6, 1960 in Saginaw
Marital Status: Married
Spouse/Partner: Sue
Children: Angela Rhodes (Pscholka), Daughter
Education: Bachelor's degree in communications, Western Michigan University
Employment/Military Record: District Director, U.S. Rep Fred Upton 2004-10; Vice President, Cornerstone Alliance, (Private, nonprofit economic development group, 1996-2004); Co-Owner, Station Manager, Cosy Broadcasting, 1992-96
Community Activities: Mentor, Benton Harbor Schools; Rotary Club; Chamber of Commerce Member; Farm Bureau Member
Religion: Christian
Governmental Leadership (Elected or Appointed)
Department of Technology, Management and Budget, Budget Director (2/9/2017 - 12/31/2018)
House (1/1/2013 - 12/31/2016)
House Majority Caucus Chair (1/1/2013 - 12/31/2014)
House (1/1/2011 - 12/31/2012)
Other Offices: Lincoln Township trustee, 2000-08; Southwest Michigan Regional Water and Sewer Authority, 2003-10, board secretary
Elections and Political Participation
Michigan House 79th District 2014
General Vote:
14,742 of 25,150 (58%)
Primary Vote:
5,755 of 8,777 (65%)
Campaign Finance Reports
Endorsements:
Michigan Milk Producers Association, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Small Biz PAC, Michigan Manufacturers Association, National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund, Detroit Regional Chamber, Michigan Farm Bureau AgriPAC, Great Lakes Education Project, Right to Life of Michigan, National Federation of Independent Business, Michigan Townships Association Political Action Committee, Michigan Bankers Association PAC, Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Licensed Beverage Association
Michigan House 79th District 2012
General Vote:
21,490 of 40,733 (52%)
Primary Vote:
8,198 of 8,198 (100%)
Campaign Finance Reports
Michigan House 79th District 2010
General Vote:
17,291 of 26,048 (66%)
Primary Vote:
6,865 of 10,527 (65%)
Political Activities: Executive Committee, Berrien GOP
