Ed Gillespie endorses Jay McConville for Fairfax GOP Chairman

January 23, 2012 By

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For Immediate Release
January 23, 2012

Former RNC and RPV Chairman Ed Gillespie endorses
Jay McConville for Fairfax GOP Chairman

Alexandria, VA, January 6, 2012 – Former Republican National Committee and Republican Party of Virginia Chairman Ed Gillespie has endorsed Jay McConville for Fairfax County Republican Committee (FCRC) Chairman.

In making his endorsement, Gillespie stated:

“I’ve known Jay McConville for many years, first as a community volunteer and later as a candidate. He is an energetic, determined, organized, and committed public servant who will bring great vision, experience and principle to the position of Chairman. I’m proud to call him my friend and endorse him for FCRC chairman, and look forward to working alongside him.”

Responding to the endorsement, McConville stated:

“I am very pleased to announce this recent endorsement by Ed Gillespie. He is a man of integrity who has served our nation well, and is clearly someone who knows what it takes to run a party organization and get real results. I thank him for his continued service to America and for his support, guidance, and mentorship.”

The FCRC will select a new Chairman to replace Anthony Bedell, who is stepping down after two terms, at a convention to be held on March 24th at West Springfield High School. Convention delegates must pre-register and be in attendance at the convention to support their candidate. Convention information is available at www.gojay.org and the FCRC’s website (www.fairfaxgop.com).

Jay McConville is a combat veteran, businessman, and community leader who ran for the Virginia House of Delegates in the 44thDistrict (Mount Vernon) in 2009. Since then he has served as the FCRC’s Vice Chairman for Budget and Finance. He is a former manufacturing CEO who serves on the Mt. Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, is the former President of the Ft. Hunt Youth Athletic Association, is current President of his industry association’s DC Chapter, and is an active member of the Mt. Vernon community. He is also an Ironman Triathlete, having completed the Coeur d’ Alene Ironman in 2008, and a musician, playing in the local band Close2Home, and formerly with Tony Snow’s band Beats Workin’.

Mr. McConville has been married to Sue McConville for 26 years and they have three children, Katelyn (15), Colin (19), and James Robert (21).

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Help Jay Become the Next FCRC Chairman. Sign Up for the Convention!

January 16, 2012 By

Friends:

Thank you for supporting Jay McConville for FCRC Chairman. In order for Jay to be elected, we need your help!

The new Chairman will be elected at a County Convention, tentatively scheduled for March 24, 2012 at 10:00am at West Springfield High School.

In order to vote for Jay you must both pre-register and attend the convention.

As soon as the registration forms are approved, we will post them here and send them to our supporters. Instructions for completing and returning the forms will be included. Forms must be submitted to the FCRC prior to the convention. The closing date for the acceptance of forms has not yet been set. Any registered voter living in Fairfax County is eligible to vote. You do not need to be a member of the FCRC to vote.

Jay has the right plan, the experience, and the proven track record to take the FCRC to the next level of success. All he needs is your vote.

Save the date for March 24th and let us know if you plan on attending the convention.

Thank you and stay tuned!

- Team McConville

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Photos: McConville for Chairman Campaign Kickoff (1/6/12)

January 7, 2012 By
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McConville for Chairman Campaign Kickoff

December 10, 2011 By

Please Join Hosts:

Delegate Barbara Comstock, Mark and Karen Hamilton, John Purvis, Sandy Liddy Bourne, Glen and Carol Bolger, Doug Jones, Mary Campbell, Tim and Beth Nank, Tom and Cynthia Wilcox, and John and Amy Lapenta

And Sponsors:

Gary and Barb Russell, Puneet Ahluwalia, Marti Meersman, John Barsa, Charles and Kirsten Gloeckner, Brian Raduenz, Brian Plombon, Kenneth Alnwick, Kristy and Sid Smith, Randy Brooks, Phil Bell, and Ed Potter

As We Kick Off the

Jay McConville for FCRC Chairman Campaign

January 6th, 2012
5:30pm until 7:30pm

Army Navy Country Club
3315 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030

Contact jay@gojay.org to RSVP or to be a Host ($250) or Sponsor ($100)

No Charge for Admission – Contributions Appreciated

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Paid for and authorized by McConville for Chairman.

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