As a co-founder and current Chairman of GOP of Island County, David brings a unique experience to the organization. Having served more than 40 years as a professional political operative and consultant, some of his responsibilities include corporate spokesman for Puget Sound Power & Light Company, Director of Communications and Press Secretary for the Washington State Republican, Director of Communications and Press Secretary for the Republican Party of Florida, Consultant to the Republican National Committee, Director of Communications, Press Secretary, and Chief Protocol Officer for the Florida Department of State.
In addition, David served as Campaign Manager and Consultant to numerous political campaigns from Congressional races to local county and state legislative races in both Washington State and Florida.
“To achieve success in politics, you must embrace new ideas, concepts, and have a commitment to hard work. These principals are what I committed to when creating GOP of Island County and dedicating myself to electing Republicans to all elective offices in Island County.”
Andy has been a Republican leader in Island County through the good time and the tough times. His experience, patience, and wisdom have been invaluable to numerous campaigns and political causes for nearly 30 years.
That demonstrated leadership includes:
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Chairman, Linda Smithe for U.S. Senate Campaign 1998
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Member of the Washington State Delegation to the National Republican Convention in 2000.
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Chairman, John Koster for Congress Campaign 2000.
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Chairman, Steve Forbes for President Campaign 2000.
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Chairman of the Island County Republican Party 2002 – 2006.
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Washington State Executive Board 2004 – 2006.
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Co-Chairman, George Bush for President 2000.
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Chairman, Rob McKenna for Attorney General 2004 and 2008.
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Chairman, Steering Committee Rob McKenna for Governor 2012.
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Campaign Manager, Ric Hannold for County Commissioner 2014 and 2018.​
Andy brings a wealth of experience to GOP of Island County and is instrumental in helping to implement a new, successful approaches to achieving Republicans victories.
Andy can be reached at patriot@valrosa.com
