Anthony G. Forlini
Anthony G. Forlini | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 24th district | |
| In office January 1, 2011 – December 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Sarah Roberts |
| Succeeded by | Steve Marino |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 4, 1962 Detroit, Michigan |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Diane Forlini |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | Western Michigan University |
| Occupation | Businessman, politician |
Anthony G. Forlini (born February 4, 1962) is an American politician from Michigan. Forlini was a Republican member of the Michigan House of Representatives for the 24th district from 2011 through 2016.
Early life
On February 4, 1962, Forlini was born in Detroit, Michigan. Forlini's father was an Italian from the town of Cassino, Italy.[1][2] Forlini grew up in St. Clair Shores. Forlini attended St. Germaine Elementary School.
Education
In 1984, Forlini earned a degree in Business from Western Michigan University. Forlini is a Certified Financial Planner.[1]
Career
As a businessman, Forlini is the owner of Design Financial and President of INFINEX Investments & Design Financial, Incorporated.[1]
In 2004, Forlini became a township supervisor in Harrison Township, Michigan, until 2011.[1]
On November 2, 2010, Forlini won the election and became a Republican member of Michigan House of Representatives for District 24. Forlini defeated Sarah Roberts and Keith P. Edwards with 50.18% of the votes.[3] On November 6, 2012, as an incumbent, Forlini won the election and continued serving District 24. Forlini defeated Philip Kurczewski with 54.71% of the votes.[4][1] District 24 covers Harrison Township as well as portions of Clinton Township and Macomb Township. [5]
In March 2016, Forlini announced that he was running for Congress in Michigan's 10th District, as Candice Miller, the then current Representative, was not running for another term.[6]
In 2017, Forlini became an Operations Manager with Macomb County Public Works.[7]
As of 2021, he is the current Macomb County Clerk. During his campaign, his tagline was "Every vote matters, every vote counts," ensuring that a voter's voice matters in the eyes of the United States.
Awards
- 2016 Knighted. Order of the Star of Italy. Presented by Maria Luisa Lapresa, the Consul of Italy in Detroit, Michigan.[2]
Personal life
Forlini's wife is Diane Forlini. They have three children and two grandchildren. Forlini's family currently live in Harrison Township, Michigan. Forlini is a Roman Catholic.[1]
See also
- Candice Miller (Commissioner of Macomb County Public Works)
References
- ^ a b c d e f "Anthony Forlini's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ a b Hotts, Mitch (December 13, 2016). "Outgoing state Rep. Forlini knighted by the president of Italy". macombdaily.com. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ "2010 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 2, 2010. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ "2012 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 6, 2012. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ Michigan manual. Michigan. Legislative Service Bureau. (1993-1994 ed.). Lansing, MI: Legislative Service Bureau. 1993. ISBN 1878210068. OCLC 29583856.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: others (link) - ^ "Election 2016: Tony Forlini Candidate Questionnaire". wdet.org. July 25, 2016. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ Snyder, Julie (January 30, 2017). "Miller hires Forlini for public works position". candgnews.com. Retrieved March 5, 2020.