Michelle Benson
| Michelle Benson | |
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| Member of the Minnesota Senate from the 31st district 49th (2011–2013) | |
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Assumed office January 4, 2011 | |
| Preceded by | Debbie Johnson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 11, 1968 |
| Political party | Republican Party of Minnesota |
| Spouse(s) | Craig |
| Children | 3 |
| Residence | Ham Lake, Minnesota |
| Alma mater |
St. Catherine University University of St. Thomas |
| Occupation | Certified Public Accountant, legislator |
| Religion | Catholic |
Michelle R. Benson (born September 11, 1968) is a Minnesota politician and member of the Minnesota Senate. A member of the Republican Party of Minnesota, she represents District 31, which includes portions of Anoka, Isanti and Sherburne counties in the northern Twin Cities metropolitan area. She is a Certified Public Accountant.[1]
Early life, education, and career
Raised on a farm in Murdock, Benson graduated from St. Catherine University in Saint Paul, receiving her B.A. in chemistry. She later attended the University of St. Thomas, earning her M.B.A. She worked as an auditor and consultant at Deloitte & Touche, and currently works as the executive director of the Upper Midwest Security Alliance.[1][2]
Minnesota Senate
Benson was first elected in 2010 and was re-elected in 2012 and 2016.
Personal life
Active in her community, Benson has been a Boy Scout and Cub Scout leader, and a board member, treasurer, secretary and administrator for The Way of the Shepherd Montessori School. She is a member of the North Metro Chamber of Commerce, the Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants, the National Federation of Independent Businesses, and the National Rifle Association.[3]
References
- 1 2 "Legislator Record - Benson, Michelle R". Minnesota Legislators Past & Present. Retrieved 2012-12-08.
- ↑ Archived May 13, 2011, at the Wayback Machine.
- ↑ Archived June 5, 2010, at the Wayback Machine.
External links
- Michelle Benson at Minnesota Legislators Past & Present
- Senator Michelle Benson official Minnesota Senate website
- Project Vote Smart - Senator Michelle Benson Profile
- Senator Michelle Benson official campaign website