Business, Legal, and Community Leaders join Leonard Finance Committee

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 30, 2026

DeWitt, MI — The Tom Leonard for Governor campaign announced today the formation of its Finance Committee, bringing together a group of respected business, legal, medical, and agricultural leaders committed to ensuring the campaign has the resources necessary to communicate its message statewide.

The Finance Committee will play a central role in supporting the campaign’s fundraising efforts, expanding its donor network, and building the financial foundation required to continue running a competitive campaign.

“This Finance Committee reflects the strength and seriousness of this campaign,” said Leonard. “These leaders understand accountability, and what it takes to get results. Their support sends a clear signal that this campaign is prepared to compete and win."

Members of the Finance Committee include:

Lynn Alexander, Retired Gubernatorial Cabinet Member

Brook Bisonet, Partner (Attorney), Guinan Bisonet

Steve Brownell, Business Executive, The Kirlin Company

Tyrone Carr, Owner, Tyrone Carr & Associates Insurance Agency

Robert Clancy, Owner, Robert Clancy Contracting, Inc.

John Crumbaugh, Cash Crop Farmer

Dr. Sam Fawaz, Internal Medicine Physician

Jimmy Lane, President, Lane Car Company

Patrick Lannen, Attorney

Dr. Steve Manuel, Chiropractor and Small Business Owner

Bryce McDowell, Digital Systems Expert

Ron Newton, President, Intelligen-Ashlor Staffing

Steve Russell, President, A/C Electric

Ethan Samuel, General Manager, Wolverine Truck Group

Mark Schlegel, Aggregate Businessman/Entrepreneur

Scott Sheldon, President, Xtreme Powerline Construction Inc.

James Stajos, Owner, Pro Fireworks

Mike Weaver, Attorney

Dr. Michael Witt, Professor

Adam Wolfe, Executive Vice President, United Wholesale Mortgage

“I’m grateful for the confidence this group has placed in us,” Leonard said. “Their leadership and commitment will help ensure we continue to have the resources to share our vision and path forward across the state.”

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