Tom Leppert
Age: 57
Birthplace: New York City
Residence: Dallas
Professional/Political Experience: Claremont McKenna College in California; Harvard Business School; White House Fellow;U.S. Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors;CEO, The Turner Corporation general building company; Dallas Mayor, 2007-2011
Texas Connection: Member, First Baptist and Park Cities Baptist Churches; Texas Businessman of the Year, Texas Association of Business; CEO of the Year, D Magazine 2008; Texas Governor’s Business Council.
Why I am the best choice: I was raised by a single mother who taught me the value of faith, hard work and perseverance. I am not a professional candidate or career politician—I spent 25 years running businesses, balancing budgets, and creating thousands of jobs. I am the only candidate who has released a bold, comprehensive plan with detailed solutions to get the economy back on track.
Top Priorities: Spurring job creation; Balancing the budget; Reforming Washington.
Official Website: www.tomleppert.com