Brett Dinkins is a seasoned consultant and political strategist with extensive experience in governmental affairs, campaign management, and nonprofit development. His passion for politics began during his college years, volunteering for campaigns, and eventually managing high-stakes races across a diverse array of districts in Missouri. After collaborating with Victory Enterprises on a special election in 2017, Brett joined the firm as a full-time consultant and has worked on numerous Pollie Award-winning campaigns. In his role, he provides strategic direction for campaigns, nonprofit organizations, and private corporations across the country specializing in creative marketing and persuasive messaging strategies.

Prior to his role at Victory Enterprises, he held key positions, including Legislative Director for the Missouri Department of Economic Development, where he advocated for the Governor’s economic development agenda, and critical roles on Gubernatorial transition and campaign teams, managing statewide grassroots efforts and legislative priorities. Brett spent six years in the Missouri House of Representatives, serving under two Speakers, where he led the Caucus Messaging Team, coordinated legislative agenda communications, and worked with committee chairs to advance key policies.

Academically, Brett holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a focus on Organizational and Political Communication with minors in Political Science and Sociology, graduating cum laude from the University of Missouri. Brett was awarded the Governor Mel Carnahan Fellowship for Public Service and attended the Harry S Truman School of Public Affairs seeking a Master of Public Affairs with a Graduate Certificate in Grantsmanship. Brett currently serves on the Alumni Advisory Council for the University of Missouri Department of Communication.

Beyond his professional achievements, Brett is deeply committed to nonprofit leadership and community development. As a long-standing member of the Missouri Community Betterment Educational Fund’s executive committee, he has spearheaded initiatives to foster youth leadership and community collaboration in rural Missouri communities.

Corey Stevens is a seasoned campaign operative and respected national strategist, having worked on successful local, state, and federal races throughout the Southwest and Western United States. His contributions in conservative thought and political strategy have been recognized by national think tanks like The Steamboat Institute, where Corey serves on their Emerging Leaders Council. As Director of Accounts at Connector, Inc., his focus remains on building a robust political portfolio that expands Republican leadership across the United States. He studied Finance and Economics at New Mexico State University and currently lives in Washington, D.C.

Skyler Akins has served on the Board of Directors for the Georgia Log Cabin Republicans for many years and is currently the Executive Vice-President (and former Treasurer/CFO) of the Atlanta Young Republicans. He is the Leader of the Advisory Practice of a Major Accounting Firm in Atlanta, GA, and a former Senior Auditor in the Atlanta City Auditor’s Office. He also served in the Atlanta Office of the Inspector General and the City’s $1 Billion Infrastructure Program Management Office. He served for roughly 10 years with the City of Atlanta and has held roles in the United States Congress and as an economic development planner with the State of Georgia. He is a certified construction auditor, certified cost control professional, fraud expert, and a graduate of the University of West Georgia.

Lori Chavez-DeRemer is the former U.S. Secretary of Labor and a former Member of Congress representing Oregon’s 5th District. Confirmed by the Senate in a bipartisan 67-32 vote in 2025, she led the Department of Labor’s efforts to modernize workforce regulations and champion a pro-worker, pro-business agenda. Her career in public service began in 2004 in Happy Valley, Oregon, where she later became the city’s first woman and first Latina mayor in 2010, before going on to represent Oregon in Congress and serve in President Trump’s Cabinet. The first in her family to graduate from college, earning a business degree from California State University, Fresno, Chavez-DeRemer is now the founder of American Workers First PAC, dedicated to
electing candidates who put American workers and small businesses first.

Matthew Craffey is the former President of Log Cabin Republicans of Los Angeles and the current Chairman of Log Cabin Republicans of California.

Daniel E. Innis is Professor of Marketing and Hospitality Management at the University of New Hampshire. He is the former Dean of the UNH’s Peter T. Paul College of Business, and he was the driving force behind the new Peter T. Paul College building, a $50 million project that resulted in a state-of-the-art business building at the University of New Hampshire.  Professor Innis is co-author of the book Strategic Planning for Logistics, his papers have appeared in numerous academic journals, and he has made many presentations at professional conferences and meetings. He has also consulted with several Fortune 500 firms in the areas of distribution, channel management, and buyer behavior. Professor Innis earned his Ph.D. in marketing and logistics with a minor in consumer behavior from Ohio State University in 1991. He lives in Portsmouth, NH with his husband, Doug Palardy.

Brandon Polley is a luxury real estate broker with Coldwell Banker Beverly Hills and The Miami Beach Estates, serving clients across Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and Miami. With a background spanning high-end residential real estate, business development, and strategic sales, Brandon has built a reputation for cultivating strong client relationships and delivering exceptional results in competitive markets. Before founding The Miami Beach Esates in Miami Beach, he held positions with Compass, the Valerie Fitzgerald Group, and Spectrum Facility Maintenance, gaining broad experience in sales, negotiation, and client services. Brandon studied Politics at Ave Maria University, reflecting his longstanding interest in public policy and civic engagement. As a member of the Board of Directors of Log Cabin Republicans, he brings an entrepreneurial mindset, communications expertise, and a commitment to advancing the organization’s mission of promoting conservative values, individual liberty, and equal opportunity for LGB Americans.

Richard Tisei has a extensive record in public service including serving six years as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and two decades as member of the Massachusetts State Senate. Richard served for four years as the Senate Minority Leader and was the Republican Party nominee for Lieutenant Governor in 2010 running along side Charlie Baker in his first bid for statewide office. Throughout his career Richard has been a champion to promote equal opportunity and protect the rights of all citizens. Richard and his husband of 25 years, Bernie Starr, owned and operated a well-known independent real estate brokerage on Boston’s North Shore. He currently is a Senior Policy Advisor working in governmental affairs.

Steven Wharton is a Managing Director and senior equity research analyst at JP Morgan Asset Management, where he has spent more than two decades specializing in the U.S. financial services and capital markets sectors. Recognized for his consistent investment performance and deep expertise in banking, fintech, and financial markets, he is a member of both the U.S. Equity Fundamental Research Group and the Global Equity Fundamental Research Group. Prior to joining JP Morgan, Steven held investment leadership roles at Morgan Stanley Investment Management, Loomis Sayles, and the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. He earned an MBA in Finance from Miami University and a BBA in Economics from Ohio University. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Steven is a longtime advocate for LGB professionals in finance, co-founding the Hudson Network, one of Wall Street’s largest LGB networking organizations. He brings extensive financial expertise, strategic insight, and a commitment to principled leadership to the Board of Directors of Log Cabin Republicans.

A seasoned communications and political strategist, Ross Hemminger brings years of experience advancing conservative causes and building winning coalitions across the country. Throughout his career, he has played key roles on political campaigns in Massachusetts, Nevada, and Oregon, helping candidates connect with voters and effectively communicate their vision.

Ross previously served as Communications Director for Log Cabin Republicans, where he helped elevate the organization’s national profile and strengthen its voice within the conservative movement. He also served as Press Secretary for Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) and Deputy Communications Director for American Conservative Union (ACU), leading media strategy and communications efforts for some of the most influential institutions in American conservatism. Most recently, Ross served as Senior Manager of PR and Media Relations at the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), where he oversaw national communications initiatives and public affairs strategy.

As President, Ross will focus on expanding Log Cabin Republicans’ grassroots presence, strengthening engagement with Republican leaders and voters, and continuing the organization’s mission of advancing freedom, equality, and conservative values for all Americans.

Ed Williams completed 9 years of service on the national board and became Executive Director when numerous board members and staff joined the Trump administration in 2026.

He was a member of the Nevada Advisory Committee for the US Commission on Civil Rights, a past President of Log Cabin Republicans of Nevada, and an elected representative of the Clark County and Nevada Republican Central Committees. During his tenure, both the Clark County Republican Party and the Nevada Republican Party removed opposition to same-sex marriage from their platforms. In 2015, Mr. Williams was elected Chairman of the Clark County Republican Party and is the first openly gay party chairman to serve in Nevada.

In the private sector, Mr. Williams was Chief Technology Officer of American Web for 18 years. During the explosive growth of the Internet, his responsibilities included serving as webmaster of the California Lottery and IT Director at the 2004 RNC Convention in New York. Mr. Williams has since sold his interest in the company and moved to fabulous Las Vegas. He now provides “virtual CTO” expertise to companies and organizations wanting to grow and succeed in the modern information economy.

Born in Pasadena in 1950, Terry Hamilton was an elementary teacher for over twenty-five years. Terry served as President of Log Cabin L.A. and Chairman of Log Cabin of California. As national chairman, he was the first witness at Log Cabin Republicans vs. United States of America trial, testifying as to standing of LCR in the landmark case to end Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell. He lives at Fallsview, in a log cabin in Forest Falls, California.

Frank Ricchiazzi was one of the founding members of Log Cabin Republicans in 1977 and is still an active member today. He resides in Las Vegas and is a member of the LCR Nevada chapter.