State Committee Members

Daire Rendon

Daire Rendon

First District Chairwoman

Daire Rendon and her husband, Bruce, have been residents of Lake City, Michigan since 1983.  Daire is recently retired from the State Legislature where she served 3 terms as the 103rd District Representative, 2016-2022.  The counties she represented are Missaukee, Ogemaw, Roscommon, Crawford, and Kalkaska.


Daire is a small business owner since 1988 and has been an active member of several state associations during her career.  Her first venture into politics involved lobbying for a state service charge fee for bad checks.  She is a past chair of the Missaukee County GOP.


Daire and her husband are the proud parents of 2 daughters and grandparents of 3.  They currently live on the Clam River in a home that Bruce designed and built.

Bonnie Hakkola

First District Vice Chair

Biography Coming Soon

Melanie Greenfield
Vacant

Jeff Nerum

First District Treasurer

A retired US Navy Lieutenant Commander, he served as a Commanding Officer (NRC Cadillac), as Chief Engineer (USS Avenger MCM-1, USS Klakring FFG-42), and as an Engineering Auditor (Command in Chief US Atlantic Fleet), while specializing in Surface Warfare, Mine Warfare, and naval Engineering. Prior to military service he worked for the State of Texas as a social worker in Child Protective Services. Post military he was the Vice President of Operations for two companies in the financial sector and later the Environmental Heath & Safety Administrator in a manufacturing plant. He holds Bachelor’s Degrees in Sociology, Social Work, and Business, an Associate’s in Liberal Arts, as well as multiple certifications from the Michigan Occupational Safety & Health Administration (MIOSHA). He attended Texas Lutheran U., St. Edwards U., Waldorf U. and Baker. He has worked as treasurer in multiple political campaigns, been a Precinct Delegate, and currently serves as the Secretary for the Missaukee County Republican Committee.

Chris Holz

First District Secretary

MSU accounting degree, Michigan CPA since 1983. Worked mostly with native American tribes including health centers and casinos for about 20 years. Then TV station business manager for 4 years and currently controller of steel supply business for the last 15 years. Oddball skills include private pilot license, 2nd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, CPL instructor in Michigan thru USCCA, motorcyclist, geocacher.

Chris Holz

State Committee Members

Geyer Balog (Montmorency County)

Geyer Balog of Montmorency County

Geyer Balog is a former Montmorency County Commissioner, state representative candidate, chair of the Montmorency GOP, and founder of a Students For Life chapter at Alpena Community College. He currently serves on the Michigan Republican Party State Committee and is an active voice for conservative issues and election integrity.

Angela Hall (Dickinson County)

Angela Hall of Dickinson County

I am a working “mama bear” (literally a Cub Scout leader!) I serve on my local school board, I am a mother of four, wife, medical freedom fighter, soccer coach, Vice Chair of the Dickinson County Republican Committee. I have had the privilege to serve our local veterans as a dentist at the Iron Mountain VA Hospital for over 13 years.  I am a born and raised Yooper and a Christian Conservative working hard to preserve our God given rights and Constitutional freedoms.  

Christian Marcus (Antrim County)

Christian Marcus of Antrim County

In 2008-12,  I served as a township trustee, and precinct Delegate to the 2012 State Convention. That same year I won my election as commissioner in Antrim County. In 2015-22 elected and served on the Michigan association of counties board of Directors, and later representing Michigan at the National association of counties Leadership Institute in Washington DC. The NACo appointed me as VChair of justice and public safety law Enforcement steering sub committee. Being a Business owner in the retail gas industry and continued member and supporter of my local GOP party, I can see anything can happen, though Jesus Christ who strengthens Me.

Monika Fiebing* (Benzie County)

Monika Fiebing

Biography Coming Soon.

Dan Bonamie (Crawford County)

Dan Bonamie of Crawford County

Biography Coming Soon.

Roxanne DuFort (Mackinac County)

Roxanne DuFort (Mackinac County)

Roxanne and her husband of 29 years, Brad have 3 sons and 3 granddaughters who are currently spread all across the U.S. The oldest lives in Portland, Oregon, second son lives in Cary, NC and the youngest is currently serving in the US Army at Fort Carson, Colorado Springs, Colorado.  Interestingly enough, in 1983 Roxanne was first stationed at Peterson  Air Force, also located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.  Roxanne owns several small businesses mostly centered around medical billing as she is a certified biller, coder and auditor serving physicians all over the great state of Michigan.  One of the best decisions Brad and Roxanne ever made was to follow the Lord's calling in May of 2022 which moved them from Cadillac where the businesses are located to their vacation cottage on the Big Manistique Lake in Germfask, Upper Peninsula, otherwise known as "Heaven on Earth." Roxanne is a proud Precinct Delegate for Portage Twp and chairwoman of the "Mighty Mack-GOP.


Committee Members

Dave Davis (Benzie County)

Dave Davis of Benzie County

Dave was born in Mt Clemons and lived there until his father was killed when he was 4 years old. He and his mother then moved to Croswell where he attended school. At the age of 15 he started attending the local church and was Baptised and considered the seminary but was more drawn to law and his high school sweetheart Stephanie, after graduating high school he was accepted to the University of Michigan. As he started his first semester his cousin was killed in the USS Cole terrorist attack. Nine days later Dave left for the Army. He served in the 75th Ranger Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, and other units at Ft. Bragg, NC for just over 11 years. He married Stephanie in 2004 after his first of two deployments to Iraq and followed by two more to Afghanistan he was medically retired. While in the Army he attended Central Texas College online and after retiring finished his degree and earned his Orthotic and Prosthetic Certification from Baker College of Flint . Then Dave, Stephanie and their two sons moved to Ft. Sam Houston, TX where he made prosthetics for injured service members. Later with the addition of their first daughter they moved back to Michigan and settled in Interlochen where he now serves as the Inland Township Supervisor runs a small family homestead with his wife and five children.

Burt Mason (Baraga County)

Burt Mason of Baraga County

I am a retired Business Development Manager from several multi-national corporations.


I joined the Baraga County Republican Party in 2016 became the Chair in 2018. I grew the party from 5 people in 2018 to over 30 people in one of Michigan’s least populated counties. I also served on the MIGOP 1st District State Committee from 2020-2022 and now sit on the 38th District Committee as well as holding the Vice Chair position for the Baraga County Republican Pary..


I sit on the Baraga County Chamber of Commerce board. I am a board member of the Baraga County Memorial Hospital and President of the non-profit Huron Island Lighthouse Preservation Association.

Jessica Dobbs (Alcona County)

Jessica Dobbs of Alcona County

Jessica is a professional (and hobbyist) photographer, website developer, and small business owner.  Trump's campaign in 2016 fully turned her into a Republican supporter & voter, as there was finally a candidate who walked the walk.  


In 2021, she officially joined the GOP in Alcona County, and soon after became the Secretary there.  Since that time she has been elected as a Precinct Delegate in 2022 and in 2023 was elected to be 1st District Executive Committeewoman for the 36th Senate District - where she is honored to serve as the Chair of the Communications Committee.


She is a lover of her Dogs & Cats, and is happily married for 11 years.  In her spare time, she loves to go out and explore the forests with her husband and her two Rough Collie Dogs (think Lassie). 


Most importantly, she is saved by her Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ.

Carrie Mullins (Alcona County)

Carrie Mullins of Alcona County

I run Carrie's Critter Camp (a home-based business) and I'm a Pet Care Specialist. If I could play with my dogs all day, I would, but I have felt a higher calling. I am the Chair for the Alcona County Republicans (ACR). I was officially active with the Republican Party when I filed for Precinct Delegate in 2014. I was Secretary of the ACR for four years, and I've been Chair for four years. 


In 2017 I was elected 1st District Executive Committeewoman for the 106th House District. I then took over as Secretary when the previous Secretary resigned. I served as Secretary of the 1st CDRC for three and a half years. I was on the communications committee for the last cycle and am looking forward to continuing that role.

Larry Hull (Cheboygan County)

Larry Hull of Cheboygan County

Larry and his wife, Patty, reside in Indian River and are blessed with 3 children and 8 grandchildren.  Larry is a Vietnam veteran and retired from the U. S. Navy with the rank of lieutenant commander.  His formal education includes bachelor degrees from University of Michigan (natural resource planning), and from Michigan Tech (forest management).  He became a born-again Christian in 1978.  He is treasurer of the Cheboygan County Republicans and a precinct delegate.  Larry’s primary focus is reestablishing conservative domination at local and county levels . . . sheriff, prosecutor, commissioners, clerks, school boards and county boards of canvassers.

Bruce Rendon (Missaukee County)

Bruce Rendon of Missaukee County

Bruce Rendon and his wife Daire have been residents of Lake City since 1983.  Bruce started his career in Lake City in 1982 as a licensed builder.  He and his wife currently live in a home on the Clam River that he designed and built in 2007.


After graduating from Ferris State University, Bruce worked mostly in the building industry even before he started his own company.  His side interest in registered jersey cattle led him into becoming a dairy farmer for 16 years, while still running his building company.  In 2010, he ran for the 103rd District House seat and won, making that district Republican for the first time in 32 years. He served there 3 terms.


Bruce is the current Missaukee County GOP Chair.

Dave Lamere (Alger County)

Dave Lamere of Alger County

Biography Coming Soon.

Kraig Snyder (Menominee County)

Kraig Snyder of Menominee County

My name is Kraig Snyder I have been self employed most of my life. I have been an independent furniture manufacture’s sales representative, I have owned and operated meat market/catering business. My wife and I followed my daughter and her family to Menominee County in 2018 from Mecosta County where we lived for 25 years.  I am currently a Precinct Delegate and I am also honored to serve as an Executive Committee Member for the 38th Senate District.

Joe Welsh (37th State Senate)

Biography Coming Soon.

John Studer (Cheboygan County)

John Studer of Cheboygan County

John Studer is a married Marine, father of two daughters and blessed with a granddaughter! 

He has been a self-employed entrepreneur in Northern Michigan since 1994 . . . co owner and manager of Studers gun refinishing and sporting goods . . . sales manager for fishweb.com for 20 years . . . and for the last 15 has been operating a lapidary shop supplying over 70 stores in the State with hand-made Michigan stone products. ALL of that came to a screeching halt with the COVID lockdowns, triggering John to become engaged in changing the direction of his state and country!!  He is active in his county republican party as precinct delegate and membership chair. John also serves on the County Planning and Zoning board, and the County Soil Conservation District Board. As a Patriot and Marine, his oath only expires when he does.

SEMPER FIDELIS

Asuka Barden (Charlevoix County)

Biography Coming Soon.

Danielle Walin (Marquette County)

Danielle Walin of Marquette County

My name is Danielle Walin, I was born, raised, and live in Marquette County. I am a member of the National Federation Of Republican Women, Republican Women's Federation Of Michigan, Marquette County Republican Party, Precinct Delegate, and the President of Upper Peninsula Republican Women's Club. 


As a current Republican leader in our county, I have the organizational, communication skills, and professionalism for success within the party. My goal is to build the party, bring unity, and work together. I am honored to be serving the 1st District 38th Senate Executive Committee. 

Let’s focus on what unites us and rise above what divides us!

Dave Wiesen (Ontonagon County)

Dave Wiesen of Ontonagon County

Biography Coming Soon.

Jim Hale (Leelanau County)

Jim Hale

I retired from the Air Force in Nov 2003 after 27 years service in the grade of colonel.  I spent my career in intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) operations and logistics.  I had assignments in Montana, Arizona, Belgium, Wyoming, Nebraska, North Dakota, Utah and Colorado (twice).  


After retiring, I worked for severalsmall defense contractors as an operations manager and in business development. I also worked as a consultant for a client bidding a large defense contract.  


I have a BS in Education from Bowling Green State University, a Master of Public Administration from Golden Gate University, a MS in National Resource Strategy from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and an MBA from Colorado Technical University. 


We moved to Suttons Bay in 2018 after more than 20 years in Colorado, which was growing way too fast and rapidly turning “blue” I became a precinct delegate in 2022 and am active in the Leelanau County Republican Party.

Emil Rousseau (Ogemaw County)

I am Emil Rousseau, I am a lifelong conservative and an America 1st patriot. I have made a career in the hospitality field serving others and creating leaders. I have always believed to listen first before making assumptions. After the 2016 election I was constantly offended by liberals and the MSM stretching the truth, lying, cheating and bullying. Then 2020 happened and all those suspicions became the truth. That is the point when I decided that I will no longer be standing on the sidelines. I got involved in our local republican committee and now serve the 1st district. My intention is to make a difference. Period. Win the next election or never worry about winning another. It will take all of us. I am here to serve along side those who love Trump and understand the consequences of being silent.

*Deputy Treasurer

** Honorary Lower Peninsula Chair

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