As stated in our governing documents, the purpose of the Executive Committee is to manage the functions of the Republican Party within Minnesota's Senate District 45 as the facilitator of administration for the Full Committee, and to create and maintain an effective and permanent SD45 Republicans organization based on the SD45 Republicans’ objectives.
ChairKathleen FowkeAs a former state senate candidate in 2022 and 2024, Kathleen understands the value of a strong team, a dedicated board, and a supportive family. In her state senate race, out of 56,760 votes she came within 1,412 votes of taking that seat. She outperformed President Trump in SD45. Over the years she's worked with several candidates and committees:
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Deputy ChairTravis Michels |
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TreasurerBrant SchulzBrant has a long history supporting the Minnesota Republican party. Just a few of his most recent positions:
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SecretaryWendy Beard |
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At-Large Vice ChairShannon BrucePrecinct Chair for Minnetrista 2A. State Central Delegate 2025. Served on the Minnetrista City Council 2017-2020. Campaign Committee Chair for 2022 Secretary of State candidate Kim Crockett. B.S. Political Science from the University of Colorado-Denver. |
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At-Large Vice ChairCarrie MichelsCarrie has served as an At-Large Vice Chair since 2023. |
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Vice Chair (45A)Mike BangMike was initially elected to serve as an Area Vice Chair at our organizing convention held in 2022. |
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Vice Chair (45A)Lisa Beal |
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Vice Chair (45A)Mary LeClaire |
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Vice Chair (45B)Robby DubeRobby Dube is a conservative constitutional lawyer. He also represents grassroots citizen movements across the country. Robby is currently the President of the Federalist Society – Minnesota Chapter. |
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Vice Chair (45B)Scott MossScott has served as an At-Large Vice Chair since 2023. |
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Vice Chair (45B)Ryan Ness |
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Vice Chair (45B)Rob ZakheimRob was initially elected to serve as an Area Vice Chair at our organizing convention held in 2022. |
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Under our governing documents, the Executive Committee comprises:
- the elected Officers of the SD45 Republicans, namely:
- Chair,
- Deputy Chair,
- Secretary,
- Treasurer,
- up to 2 Vice Chairs representing Senate District 45 (at large),
- up to 4 Vice Chairs representing House District 45A,
- up to 4 Vice Chairs representing House District 45B, and
- up to 5 additional Vice Chairs appointed by the Executive Committee.
Please contact us, if you are interested in serving in any open position.
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