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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