Have you ever contemplated running for office, but weren’t sure what was involved? Join us in June for the second biannual Election Academy and “see how they run.” Election Academy was developed by the Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce to educate individuals in the Westerville area who are considering running for an elected office.
Whether seeking public office or serving as a campaign treasurer, manager or volunteer, attendees will find Election Academy invaluable in its provision of information on running a successful campaign, serving in public office and building coalitions.
Selected speakers include:
- David Payne, Deputy Director of the Franklin County Board of Elections
- Talon Group Attorney Joe Barone, who has served as Treasurer of numerous local campaigns
- Susan Willeke, Ohio Ethics Commission
- Kristi Robbins, Board of Education member & Election Academy graduate
- Judge Jenifer French, past Westerville City Council Member
- Barb Lewis, Delaware County Commissioner
Date and Time
Thursday Jun 11, 2015
6:45 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
All sessions will be held from 6:45-9:00 pm
A reception to include members of City Council, Board of Education, County Commissioners, and Township Trustees (who will receive invitations to attend) will be held at 8:15 p.m. following the final session.
Location
Election Academy will be held in three sessions:
Session 1: June 4, Westerville Public Library, 126 S. State St.
Session 2: June 11, City of Westerville Electric Division, 139 E. Broadway Ave.
Session 3: June 18, Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce office
Fees/Admission
Cost of admission for all three sessions of the Academy is $45 for the first person and $25 for each additional person attending from the same campaign team.
Please contact the Chamber Office at 882-8917 to register additional people attending from the same campaign team.
Registration deadline is May 26, 2015.
Contact Information
Janet Davis, 614-882-8917
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