Meet the Board
Meet the Board working to connect and empower Wisconsin’s First Congressional District (CD1) Democrats. Board members are elected for a two-year term at the annual CD1 Convention, held in May of each year. All residents of CD1 in good standing as members of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin are eligible to run for a seat on the Board, elected by an in-person vote at the Convention. Those interested in running for a Board position in the future and seeking more information may email info@widistrict1dems.org
Members for the
2025-2027 term
Our Members
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
Susan Chandler, Chair
Russ Hahn, Secretary
Lori Hawkins, Treasurer
Tracy Buss, First Vice Chair (Communications & PR)
Mary Jonker, Second Vice Chair (Convention & Events)
Amanda Becker, Third Vice Chair (Finance & Fundraising)
Beth Pramme, Fourth Vice Chair (Elections)
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Shane Seeman, State Administration Representative
Jason Smith, Alternate State Administration Representative
Alyssa Wahlborg, Alternate to Chair
Karen Erb, Resolution (3-year)
Sally Simpson, Resolution (2-year)
George Wen, Resolution (1-year)
Theresa Boston, Resolution (1-year alternate)
Evelyn Schmidt, College Democrats of Wisconsin Chair
Rodolfo Abarca, CD 1 Young Democrats Chair
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CD1 COUNTY PARTY CHAIRS
Kenosha: Lori Hawkins
Milwaukee: Chris Sinicki
Racine: Kelly Galleger
Rock: Jim White
Walworth: Anita Loch