As he runs for CRP Associate Representative, SF Bay Area technology advisor Aaron Ginn offers to put his skills to work for the California Republican Party.

Ginn has worked at several tech companies, worked last year as a tech staffer for the Romney presidential campaign, and is co-founder of the "Growth Hacking" movement.  Growth hacking uses creative technological approaches to attract new users to a website or product.

"I'm running because I believe that the California Republican Party can do better," Ginn said. "As the Head of Growth at StumbleUpon, one of the most popular sites for 18 to 24 year olds, it is my job to reach people, convert them and have them take action. I look forward to bringing those same skills to the CRP, and help Chairman Brulte usher in the next California Republican Party comeback."

Some of Ginn's initial endorsements include:  Congressman and House Deputy Whip Aaron Schock, RNC's Chief Technology Officer Andy Barkett, NRCC's Digital Director Gerrit Lansing, former Chief Digital Strategist of the NRSC Katie Harbath, and other political/tech leaders.

"Aaron Ginn is bringing a fresh perspective to the Republican Party," Representative Schock said.  "His expertise in technology and growth will help us outreach to new audiences and win future races."

CRP's Associate Delegate Representative serves a two year term and represents Associate Delegates on the Party's Executive and Platform committees.  The election will be held on Saturday, October 5 at the CRP Fall Convention.  Only Associate Delegates are entitled to vote.

Ginn graduated from Texas Christian University with a Bachelor's degree in Business and double minored in Behavioral Finance and Chinese.  He is the grandson of Chinese immigrants, has participated in mission trips to four continents with his church, and started and grew the largest church based college ministry in Texas in two years while at TCU.

He worked as an innovation consultant for Lockheed Martin, founded conservative grassroots technology organization LincolnLabs which holds "hackathons" throughout the nation and has been featured in dozens of national publications and television interviews.

Learn more about Aaron in this Politico article or at his campaign website, www.electginn.com .

There are a number of elections for local offices on Tuesday, November 5.  Several of our county Republican Parties have endorsed local candidates or measures.   
 
The absentee ballots are about to be sent.  Please take a look at our November 5th Elections Page and do what you can to support these candidates.  If your county Party's endorsements are not listed, please let us know who they're endorsing.  

Southern Monterey RWF Luncheon with Steve Taylor
Tuesday, October 1, 2013 / 11:30 am
Stravaganza Grill, 611 Canal Street, King City

The Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated will hold their monthly luncheon with guest speaker Steve Taylor, owner and partner of Organicgirl and New Star Fresh Foods. Taylor is the founder and CEO of Legacy Political Fund, a political organization that embraces constitutional ideals and promotes a legacy of economic freedom, religious liberty and smaller government.  Find out more ...

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SF Reception for Catharine Baker, Candidate for AD 16
Tuesday, October 1, 2013 / 5:30 pm
Downtown San Francisco, Address Provided Upon RSVP, San Francisco

A fundraising reception for Catharine Baker will be hosted by Isabelle Ord, Heather Flick, John Yoo and Joseph Russoniello.  RSVP: Contact Beth Patock.  Find out more ...

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The Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley Presents Robert Spencer
Tuesday, October 1, 2013 / 6:15 pm
IFES Portuguese Hall, 432 Stierlin Road, Mountain View

The Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley will feature guest speaker Robert Spencer on the topic "Political Correctness About the Jihad Threat: It Gets People Killed". Mr. Spencer is the director of Jihad Watch and the author of twelve books.  Find out more ...

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SVRWF Luncheon with Ellen Longworth
Thursday, October 3, 2013 / 11:30 am
Blue Pheasant Restaurant, 22100 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino

Join the Silicon Valley Republican Women Federated as they hold their monthly luncheon with their featured speaker, club President Ellen Longworth. Her topic will be the "NFRW Biennial Convention, Louisville, KY".

RSVP: Call Louise Kenney at (408) 739-4724 for reservations before noon Monday prior to the meeting.  Find out more ...

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Campaign Kick-Off - Phil Reynolds for Campbell City Council
Thursday, October 3, 2013 / 5:00 pm
Home of Pete and Julie Constant, 962 Westmont Court, San Jose

San Jose Councilman Pete Constant and Moreland School District Board member Robert Varich will host a campaign kick-off event for Phil Reynolds, candidate for Campbell City Council. Join five former Campbell Mayors, seven Campbell neighborhood association Presidents and many others, in telling everyone that Phil is the best choice for the City of Campbell in 2014.  Find out more ...

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Thursday, October 3, 2013 / 6:30 pm
The Olympic Club, 524 Post Street, San Francisco (between Mason and Taylor)

The Nob Hill Republican Women's Club, Federated hosts an elegant buffet dinner with speaker Abraham D. Sofaer, George Shultz Distinguished Scholar and Senior Fellow at The Hoover Institution. He is the author of Taking on Iran: Strength, Diplomacy and the Iranian Threat.

$55 members-$65 non-members.  Find out more ...

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CRP Fall 2013 Convention
Friday-Sunday, October 4-6, 2013
Hilton Anaheim Hotel, 777 W Convention Way, Anaheim

The California Republican Party holds its Fall Convention Friday-Sunday, October 4-6. For more information, please see the BayAreaGOP Convention Page.

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Supervisor Mike Wasserman's South County Campaign Kickoff
Tuesday, October 8, 2013 / 5:30 pm
Rich Firato's "Morgan's Cove", 1980 Morgan Ave., Morgan Hill

Please join County Supervisor Mike Wasserman for his 2014 Re-Election South County Campaign Kickoff. Hosted by: Rich Firato, Councilmember Marilyn Librers, Mayor Don Gage and Mayor Steve Tate.  Find out more ...

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Napa County GOP Dinner Meeting with Tim Donnelly
Tuesday, October 8, 2013 / 6:00 pm
Napa Elks Lodge, Napa

The Napa County Republican Party invites you to meet Assemblyman Tim Donnelly, Conservative Candidate for Governor, at its October Dinner Meeting. No host bar 6-7 pm; Dinner 7 pm.

Three course dinner $45 per person/$85 per couple. Prepaid reservations only. Find out more ...

 
Reception with Lt. Governor Mead Treadwell (Alaska)
Wednesday, October 9, 2013 / 6:00 pm
Private Residence, 440 Manzanita Way, Woodside

Hosts Kathie Alden and John & Carol Hamilton cordially invite you to join them for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres with the Lt. Governor of the State of Alaska. Republican Lt. Governor Mead Treadwell is running for the U.S. Senate. For Republicans to win control of the Senate next year, top officials in both parties say, all paths to a majority have to go through Alaska and Louisiana.  Find out more ...

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Monterey Peninsula RWF Luncheon with Shannon Grove
Thursday, October 10, 2013 / 11:30 am
Rancho Canada, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel

The monthly luncheon of the Monterey Peninsula Republican Women Federated will feature guest speaker Assemblywoman Shannon Grove. The title of her presentation is 'What just happened at our state capitol? A recap of 2013 Legislative Session'. 

RSVP: Reply before Monday, October 7th. Cost: $22 per member and $25 for non-members.  Find out more ...

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Tri-Valley RWF Meeting
Thursday, October 10, 2013 / 6:30 pm
Cattlemens Restaurant, 2882 Kitty Hawk Road, Livermore

Join the Tri-Valley Republican Women Federated for their monthly meeting and dinner.  RSVP: Call Rebecca Potts by Sunday, October 6 at (925) 294-4013.  Find out more ...

Palo Alto RWF 75th Anniversary Celebration
Monday, October 14, 2013 / 11:30 am
University Club, 3277 Miranda, Palo Alto

Join the Palo Alto Republican Women Federated at their luncheon as they celebrate their 75th Anniversary! There will be a one act play written by Judy Hill portraying a conversation by the founders 75 years ago - Lou Henry Hoover, Elizbeth Gamble and Kathleen Norris. Prospective members are most welcome!

RSVP: Make your reservation by Monday, October 7.  Find out more ...

  

Lisa and Greg Wendt invite you to a reception for Ohio Republican U.S. Senator Rob Portman. The Senator serves on the Senate Finance, Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs, Energy & Natural Resources, and Budget Committees.  Find out more ...

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Special Event Honoring Senators Lindsey Graham & John McCain
Monday, October 14, 2013 / 7:00 pm
The Magowan Residence, 2100 Washington, San Francisco

Debby & Peter Magowan cordially invite you to an intimate dinner and conversation honoring U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (South Carolina) with special guest U.S. Senator John McCain (Arizona). Space is limited!  Cost: $2,600 per guest.  Find out more ...

  

SVARW Breakfast Meeting with Ken Peterson
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 / 9:00 am
La Rinconada Country Club, 14595 Clearview Drive, Los Gatos

The Silicon Valley Association of Republican Women monthly breakfast meeting will feature Ken Peterson, VP/Managing Director, Strategic Capital Group. He will be talking about the latest awful Dem ideas/bills to get more $ out of our wallets.  Cost: $15 (includes continental breakfast).  Find out more ...
 

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SPARC Dinner Featuring Kori Schake
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 / 5:30 pm
Fremont Hills Country Club, 12889 Viscaino Place, Los Altos Hills

The South Peninsula Area Republican Coalition (SPARC) will host a dinner with featured speaker Kori Schake. She is a research fellow at the Hoover Institution. Schake worked at the Pentagon, State Department, and National Security Council. Her topic will be "Did America Just Lose the Middle East?"  Find out more ...

 
WVRWF Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon
Thursday, October 17, 2013 / 11:30 am
Mariani's Inn & Restaurant, 2500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara

You are cordially invited to attend the West Valley Republican Women Federated Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon. Club members will model fashions by Coldwater Creek.  Cost: $40 per person.  Find out more ...

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Reception for Catharine Baker, Candidate for AD 16
Thursday, October 17, 2013 / 5:30 pm
Chase Bank, 1390 South Main Street, 3rd Floor, Walnut Creek

You are invited to a reception hosted by Angie and Pete Coffee, Tillie and Del Ross, and Alisa and Scott MacCormac to benefit Catharine Baker for Assembly.  RSVP: Contact Beth Patock at bethpatock@gmail.com or (925) 935-5546.
 

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SVGOP Trunk & Tusk Reception with Rep. Kevin McCarthy
Friday, October 18, 2013 / 5:30 pm
Private Residence, RSVP to receive location, Los Gatos

The Santa Clara County Republican Party's 2013 Trunk & Tusk event will feature special guest House Majority Whip, Congressman Kevin McCarthy.

RSVP: Purchase tickets online. Time: Platinum Reception at 5:30pm; VIP Reception at 6:00pm; General Reception at 7:00pm. Cost: VIP Reception $250; General Reception $100. Sponsorships available.

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CFRW Biennial Convention
Friday-Sunday, October 25-27, 2013
Stockton Hilton, 2323 Grand Canal Blvd, Stockton

The California Federation of Republican Women holds its statewide Biennial Convention Friday-Sunday, October 25-27. More info.

 
Contra Costa GOP to Feature Allysia Finley
Wednesday, October 30, 2013 / 6:00 pm
Wedgewood Center at San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest Lane, San Ramon

Please join the Contra Costa GOP as they welcome Allysia Finley, Wall Street Journal editorial writer and contributor to the Journal's Political Diary. She will discuss "The California GOP's Golden Opportunity: How Republicans Can Stage a Political Comeback".

Cost per person: $25. Questions? Phone: (925) 828-2360.  Find out more ...
 

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SFYR Annual Halloween Bowling Night
Thursday, October 31, 2013 / 7:00 pm
Yerba Buena Bowling Center, 750 Folsom Street, San Francisco

The San Francisco Young Republicans will host their 3rd Annual Halloween Bowling Night. "Spare" some time and "strike" up some fun with the SFYRs on Halloween night for a costume/bowling party! Costumes strongly suggested!  Find out more ...

Solano County Republican Committee Meeting
Tuesday, October 1, 2013 / 7:00 pm
Republican Headquarters, 625 Jackson Street, Fairfield

The Republican Party of Solano County normally meets on the first Tuesday and third Thursday of every month. Meetings are open to all Solano Republican voters, donors, candidates, students and volunteers. Contact them at 707-422-5000.