Chris Abele

Chris Abele
Chris Abele
Chris Abele (right) on January 7, 2011
Milwaukee County Executive
Incumbent
Assumed office
April 25, 2011
Preceded by Marvin Pratt (acting)
Personal details
Born Christopher Seton Abele
January 28, 1967 (1967-01-28) (age 44)
Concord, Massachusetts, U.S.
Nationality American
Spouse(s) Miriam Abele
Children Lauren
Katherine
Residence Milwaukee, WI
Occupation Milwaukee County Executive, President & CEO of Argosy Foundation, Philanthropist, Investor, Entrepreneur
Website chrisabele.com

Christopher Seton Abele (born January 28, 1967) is the current Milwaukee County Executive, an American business owner and philanthropist and president of the Milwaukee based Argosy Foundation. On December 15, 2010, media reports began to emerge of Abele's intentions to run for the County Executive seat in Milwaukee County.[1] On January 4, 2011, Abele formally announced his candidacy for the position.[2] On February 15, 2011, Abele advanced to the general election by receiving 24,836 votes (25% of all votes cast) in a runoff primary.[3] On April 5, 2011, Abele defeated Republican challenger Jeff Stone, capturing over 61% of all votes cast and will serve out the remainder of then-County Executive Scott Walker's original term.[4] Abele was sworn in on April 25, 2011[5]

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Business career

In 1996, Abele founded SteriLogic Waste Systems with Chris Kerr serving hospitals and medical clinics in managing sharps waste. After serving as CEO of SteriLogic from 1996–2004, Abele became Chairman of Sterilogic to devote more time to philanthropic efforts.[6]

In 2001, Abele and business partner Steve Mech founded CSA Commercial, a Milwaukee based real estate and development company.[7]

In 2004, Abele formally became the President and CEO of the Milwaukee-based Argosy Foundation.

In 2006, SteriLogic merged with Medsolutions and in 2007, Kerr and Abele sold the majority of SteriLogic to Stericycle and restructured the remainder as Oxus Environmental.

Community Involvement

Board Positions

  • Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee: Abele was invited to join the 85 member board in 2001, has served as board chairman from 2004-2008. On May 3, 2010 [8] Abele was the recipient of the groups Most Valuable Person Award for "his outstanding community involvement and service to the children of Milwaukee."[9]
  • Greater Milwaukee Committee: Abele is a member of the Greater Milwaukee Committee, a "private sector civic organization whose mission is to contribute to the cultural and economic base of the Milwaukee Metropolitan area.[11]"
  • Harvard Readers Guild: Abele served as a board member and chair in the late 1990s
  • Impact Health (InHealth): Abele served on the original board of directors for three years, and now serves as an honorary board member[13]
  • League of American Orchestras: Abele has served on the board of directors since 2007, where he currently holds positions on the campaign cabinet and executive committee[14]
  • Marcus Center: Abele currently serves on the board of directors, and is previous board chair. While on the board, Abele led various privatization efforts, and spearheaded the Center's external lighting project[15]
  • Milwaukee Art Museum: Abele currently serves on the board of directors, and had previously held positions on the Education Committee, and currently serves on the Anniversary Committee to commemorate the museums 125th anniversary.
  • Milwaukee Film: Abele was the co-founder and former board chair of Milwaukee Film. Abele currently serves on the organizations board of directors.[17]
  • National Association of Health Education Centers: Board Member [20]
  • Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin: Abele is a former Board Member of the organization, and currently serves on their honorary board[22]
  • Public Policy Forum: Trustee [23]
  • River Revitalization Foundation: Abele currently serves on the Board of Directors, and previously held the position of Board Chair.[24]
  • Royal Shakespeare Company America: Abele currently serves on the Board of Directors[25]
  • United Performing Arts Fund: Board Member [26]
  • Visit Milwaukee: Abele currently serves on the Board of Directors [27]
  • Wisconsin Covenant Foundation: Abele was appointed by former Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle to serve on the Board of Directors.[28]

Search Committees

Abele has participated in numerous executive search committees for a variety of organizations, including:

Awards and Honors

Abele has been the recipient of numerous awards for his work in the community, including:

  • Milwaukee Business Journal "40 under 40"[30]
  • Milwaukee Business Journal "Power Broker"[31]
  • Boys and Girls Clubs of Milwaukee "Most Valuable Person"
  • Public Policy Forum "Charles McNeer Civic Leadership Award"
  • United Performing Arts Fund "Partner in the Arts Award"
  • Governor’s Award in Support of the Arts
  • Boys & Girls Club of America "National Foundation Award"
  • Shepherd Express "Milwaukeean of the Year"
  • Children's Hospital of Wisconsin "Children's Hero Award"
  • Saint Francis Center "Children's Service Award"
  • Marcus Center "Corporate Citizen Award"
  • Riverwalk Association "Gertie Award"

2011 Milwaukee County Executive Race

Abele made his formal announcement to enter the race for Milwaukee County Executive on January, 4, 2011.[32] Abele, and opponents Jeff Stone, Jim Sullivan, Ieshuh Griffin, and Lee Holloway faced-off in a non-partisan primary on February 15, 2011. Chris Abele and Jeff Stone received the most votes and advanced on to a run-off election that was held on April 5, 2011.[33] On April 5, 2011, Abele defeated Republican challenger Jeff Stone, capturing over 61% of all votes cast and will serve out the remainder of then-County Executive Scott Walker's original term.[34] Abele is expected to be sworn in on April 21, 2011[35].

Issue Positions

Jobs

In January, 2011, Abele released his five point jobs plan for Milwaukee County, which includes[36]:

  • Hold the line on taxes
  • Leverage County assets to help businesses start up and grow
  • Streamline, consolidate and centralize economic development strategies and regulatory climate
  • Aggressively market Milwaukee County across Wisconsin and the country
  • Property tax grace period for new small business startups that create new net jobs

Tax Increases

He has not adopted Walker’s strict "no new taxes" approach, but says tax increases should be a "last resort" until the county gets its act together. Specifically, a dedicated sales tax for parks or transit is out for the "foreseeable future," he told PolitiFact Wisconsin.[37].

County Privatization of Services

He told Politifact Wisconsin he is "wide open" to privatizing more county services if it saves money, preserves an important service or improves poorly delivered programs such as mental health.[38].

Ideology and Party Affiliation

According to campaign finance reports, Abele has contributed primarily to Democratic campaigns and the Democratic Party[39] .[40] In previous years, Abele has served on a number of finance committees. This activity includes the 2002 campaign for former Governor Jim Doyle, helping with John Kerry's presidential fundraising, and donating to Barack Obama's 2008 presidential campaign.[41]

Endorsements

On February 12, 2011, Abele received the endorsement of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, where they stated "Chris Abele's leadership on nonprofit boards, his experience running two family companies and his skill managing the Argosy Foundation make him a solid choice for county executive[42]," and "Abele has the right experience and the right vision. Abele could be a game-changer[43]."

On April 2, 2011, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel once again endorsed Abele over Jeff Stone, stating "Milwaukee County needs transformative change. One candidate provides the better chance to accomplish that."[44]

Milwaukee County Executive

Abele took the oath of office to become Milwaukee County Executive on April 25, 2011.[45]

On June 9, 2011, citing concerns about budget cuts at the state level, Abele indicated his opposition to a planned $775,000 investment in public art at the Milwaukee County Courthouse.[46]

On June 10, 2011, Abele announced his intentions of providing health care coverage to domestic partners of Milwaukee County employees.[47] This was approved by the County Board on July 28, 2011,[48] and signed by Abele on August 3, 2011.[49]

Electoral History

2011 Milwaukee County Executive General Election
Non-partisan election[50]
Candidate Votes Percentage
Chris Abele 134,848 60.53%
Jeff Stone 87,913 39.47%

References

  1. ^ OnMilwaukee.com: Is Chris Abele running for County Executive?
  2. ^ JSOnline.com: Abele formally announces run for county executive
  3. ^ Milwaukee County Election Results
  4. ^ http://www.jsonline.com/news/milwaukee/119299589.html
  5. ^ http://thirdcoastdigest.com/2011/04/breaking-abele-wins-kloppenburgprosser-too-close-to-call/
  6. ^ Oxus History
  7. ^ Real estate executive's projects have civic impact in mind
  8. ^ Salute to Youth
  9. ^ SALUTE TO YOUTH-MVP AWARDS EVENT CELEBRATES LOCAL LEADERS
  10. ^ Carr Center for Human Rights Policy Board of Directors
  11. ^ About the Greater Milwaukee Committee
  12. ^ Haggerty News, Spring 2007
  13. ^ InHealth Wisconsin Board of Directors
  14. ^ League of American Orchestra: Board of Directors
  15. ^ MARCUS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PAINTED WITH LIGHT AND TRANSFORMED INTO ARCHITECTURAL SCULPTURE
  16. ^ Medical College of Wisconsin Board of Trustees
  17. ^ Milwaukee Film Board
  18. ^ Milwaukee Art Museum: Creative Fusion Celebrate Success
  19. ^ Milwaukee Symphony Board of Directors
  20. ^ Meet the Board: Chris Abele
  21. ^ Physicians for Human Right Annual Report
  22. ^ Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Board of Directors
  23. ^ Public Policy Forum Board of Directors
  24. ^ River Revitalization Foundation Board of Directors
  25. ^ Royal Shakespeare Gets $5 Million From U.S. Donor
  26. ^ UPAF ANNOUNCES 2010 CAMPAIGN RESULTS, ALLOCATION, AND GOVERNANCE CHANGES
  27. ^ Visit Milwaukee board of Directors
  28. ^ Governor Doyle Creates Wisconsin Covenant Foundation
  29. ^ Goodgate Profile: Women for Women International
  30. ^ Milwaukee Business Journal: 40 under 40
  31. ^ Milwaukee Business Journal: Power Brokers
  32. ^ Chris Abele Announcement Speech
  33. ^ Five candidates file for county executive
  34. ^ http://www.jsonline.com/news/milwaukee/119299589.html
  35. ^ http://thirdcoastdigest.com/2011/04/breaking-abele-wins-kloppenburgprosser-too-close-to-call/
  36. ^ Chris Abele Jobs Plan
  37. ^ JSOnline Politifact: Milwaukee County executive candidate Chris Abele says he’s not partisan
  38. ^ JSOnline Politifact: Milwaukee County executive candidate Chris Abele says he’s not partisan
  39. ^ Wisconsin Democracy Campaign: Campaign Finance Database
  40. ^ JSOnline Politifact: Milwaukee County executive candidate Chris Abele says he’s not partisan
  41. ^ JSOnline Politifact: Milwaukee County executive candidate Chris Abele says he’s not partisan
  42. ^ Abele has vision, drive to lead county forward
  43. ^ Abele has vision, drive to lead county forward
  44. ^ http://www.jsonline.com/news/opinion/119092334.html
  45. ^ http://thirdcoastdigest.com/2011/04/chris-abele-starts-his-year-of-change-and-problem-solving/
  46. ^ http://www.jsonline.com/news/milwaukee/123584209.html
  47. ^ http://www.fox6now.com/news/witi-20110613-dom-partner-benefits-milwaukee-county,0,6715025.story
  48. ^ http://www.jsonline.com/news/milwaukee/126330678.html
  49. ^ http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/news/126727293.html
  50. ^ [http://elections.todaystmj4.com/G8802.htm "Spring 2011 Milwaukee County Executive General Election Non-partisan election results"]. http://elections.todaystmj4.com/G8802.htm. Retrieved 6 April 2011. 

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