Montgomery County 2012
Republican Convention
Saturday February 25, 9 am to Noon

The Montgomery County 9th Annual Republican Convention will be held from 9 am to noon at the Universities at Shady Grove Auditorium, 9630 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville, MD

This annual event provides an opportunity for Montgomery County Republicans and other conservative political activists to hear notable speakers address current political issues, meet past and potential candidates for office, engage local precinct Republicans, and network with fellow Montgomery County Republicans and political activists.

 Directions to Universities at Shady Grove Auditorium

Scheduled Convention Speakers

David Craig
Harford County Executive

Having a life-long commitment to public service, David Craig brings has vast experience in municipal and state government. At a young age, he served his home town of Havre de Grace as a member of the City Council and later was elected the city’s mayor. After David proved himself at the local level, his responsibilities expanded to the state level when he was elected State Delegate and, later, State Senator. As Harford County Executive, David maintained his influence at the state level when he was elected President of the Maryland Municipal League in 2005, and he served as president of the Maryland Association of Counties.  Learn more at davidcraig.com

Louis Pope
Republican National Committeeman

In 2006, Mr. Pope was appointed by President Bush to serve on the Small Business Administration's National Advisory Council. The Council helps advise the SBA on market place activities and helps to shape policies that will assist in the formation and continued profitability of small business.

In addition to his industry activities, Mr. Pope is a past chairman of the Maryland State Republican Party and the Howard County Republican Party. He currently serves as the National Committeeman for Maryland to the national party, and is a four time delegate to the Republican National Conventions.

E. J. Pipkin
Maryland Senate Republican Leader

Senator E.J. Pipkin is one of Maryland General Assembly’s distinguished members. A well-known leader in vital Maryland issues such as energy, the environment, fiscal responsibility, and government accountability, Senator Pipkin has earned the respect from both sides of the aisle as a consensus-building, independent thinker who works for what is best for the State of Maryland.

Neil Parrott
Maryland Delegate District 2B Washington County

Member of House of Delegates since January 12, 2011. Member, Judiciary Committee, 2011- (estates & trusts subcommittee, 2011-). Vice-Chair, Washington County Delegation, 2011-.

Don't miss out on this dynamic event. You will be inspired by the speakers, meet candidates for office, learn how to engage Republicans in your precinct, and network with fellow Montgomery County Republicans.