OfficeR Duties

Kathie has served as the Chair of the Clinton County Democratic Party since December 2022.  In this role, she works with leadership and members to set the direction and priorities for the party, and translates those priorities into action through coordination with CCDP leadership, committees, members, other county parties, and external experts.  

Currently, she serves as an Organizational Development and Training Specialist with Michigan State University, following over 15 years as a Labor Relations Administrator.  She specializes in contract and policy development and interpretation, leadership coaching, strategy development, training facilitation, and public speaking.

Kathie is a precinct delegate and has previously served on the St. Johns Board of Education, Isabella County Road Commission, and Shepherd Village Council.  She is also an alumni of the Michigan Political Leadership Program. 

Kathie holds a bachelor's degree in Multi-Disciplinary Studies (Psychology, Economics, and French) from Michigan State University, a master’s degree in Human Resource Administration from Central Michigan University, and a master’s degree in Public Administration from Central Michigan University.

Contact: chair@clintoncodems.org

Matt has served as the Vice Chair of the Clinton County Democratic Party since December 2022. In this role, he assists the Chair with a variety of responsibilities, including monthly meeting preparation, social media coordination, external outreach, and event planning.

Currently, he serves as a Policy Advisor for the Senate Democratic Caucus with the Michigan Legislature. His policy expertise includes education, finance, insurance, and consumer protection. He previously held positions with the Michigan Department of Corrections and the Secretary of the Michigan Senate, along with several internships in the Michigan House of Representatives.

Matt has served on the St. Johns Public Schools Board of Education since 2022.

Matt holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Central Michigan University and a master’s degree in public administration from Grand Valley State University.

Contact: vicechair@clintoncodems.org

Since December 2021, Tina has volunteered with the Clinton County Democratic Party, serving in multiple roles. She began her involvement on the Communications Committee, supporting outreach and messaging efforts, and later served as Secretary, assisting with organizational records and coordination. She currently serves as Treasurer, overseeing financial reporting and ensuring responsible stewardship of party resources. Through her service, Tina remains committed to strengthening local party operations and supporting Democratic candidates and initiatives at the county level.

Contact: treasurer@clintoncodems.org 

I was born and raised in Clinton County, joined the County Democratic Party in 2024 and have served as the Recording Secretary since the Fall of 2025.

I joined the Clinton County Democratic Party because what’s at stake feels personal to me, and I needed an outlet to become more active in my community and give back. I believe that showing up locally matters, and that change happens when regular people like me get involved. Volunteering is my way of doing more than just voting.

I have a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Central Michigan University.

I grew up in the small town of Cadillac, Michigan. I was active in Boy Scouts, attaining Eagle Scout status before I was a freshman in high school. My participation in the Debate and Forensic speaking teams led me to make the top five in the state my senior year in Impromptu speaking. I balanced academics with a love of baseball and computer games. A couple of years after graduating from MSU, I began working in computers, moving from a district manager’s position to work with an IT vendor. I now serve as Director of IT for Compass HealthCare in the greater Lansing area.

My wife Amy and I have a son, Lincoln, and my little family is all I could ever ask for. We have so much fun (even in a pandemic) and we embrace and look forward to all the adventures life presents us. Over the years I’ve enjoyed biking, kayaking, running, triathlons, and even a couple full marathons. 

Why am I politically active? Life thrusts many choices on us and whether we realize it or not many of the choices we make have political implications. Being actively engaged in public politics allows me to better understand my managerial role and enables me to make decisions that not only improve my life but the life of others as well. While I was not always politically active, my interest in politics ignited with Barack Obama’s presidential campaign. I also have been inspired by the perseverance and leadership of Bernie Sanders. 

I have served as a delegate to two national Democratic conventions. I’ve helped Clinton County Dems with technology issues and more for the past several years. Recently I was nominated and selected to sit on the Bath Township Road Committee.

Contact: corrsecretary@clintoncodems.org