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Candidates offer diverse experience, strong vision for accelerating Greater Madison’s economy
MADISON – Today the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announced its endorsements in the April 2 elections for Madison Common Council. The endorsement of the 44-member Chamber board signals a candidate’s strength on business and economic issues and is based on several factors, including alignment with the Chamber’s two-year Access Agenda.
Once again, the Chamber’s endorsement decisions mirror candidates endorsed by the Building Trades of South Central Wisconsin. Both organizations are focused on building a vibrant, prosperous economy in Greater Madison.
“These candidates are the clear choice of both business and labor because they are entrepreneurs, small business owners and community leaders who understand the value of a healthy business community and a strong, talented workforce,” said Chamber President Zach Brandon. “From growing our advanced industries to fighting for a more inclusive economy to supporting the basing of the next-generation F-35A jets at Truax Field, each of these individuals has demonstrated their commitment to building and accelerating Greater Madison’s economic momentum.”
The Chamber endorsed the following candidates for Madison Common Council:
District 1: Barbara Harrington-McKinney District 9: Paul Skidmore District 14: Sheri Carter
District 3: Lindsay Lemmer District 10: Kristin Johnson District 16: Michael Tierney
District 5: Shiva Bidar-Sielaff District 11: Arvina Martin District 19: Keith Furman
District 7: Donna Moreland District 12: Syed Abbas District 20: Christian Albouras
District 8: Avra Reddy District 13: David Hoffert
The release from the Building and Construction Trades Council regarding their candidate endorsements is attached. Candidate responses to the Chamber’s endorsement questionnaire can be found at madisonbiz.com/advocacy/elections.
About the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce:
The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce is the voice of business with nearly 1,300 organizations – ranging from one-person shops to corporations with more than 10,000 employees – working to bring the Greater Madison area to its full potential. The Greater Madison region is a leader in innovation. From cutting-edge technologies to distinctive retail shops to inventive services and products, our members vary greatly but are united by the region’s entrepreneurial spirit. More information can be found at madisonbiz.com.
