Johnson County Community College Candidates Call From James Nelson #1

Olathe, KS -- James Nelson, a Republican from Olathe, announced his decision to run for Johnson County Community College Trustee Wednesday. In announcing his decision, James said he was running to ensure that the principles of open government, fiscal responsibility, academic freedom, and administration accountability were upheld on the Board of Trustees.

"The JCCC Board of Trustees oversees the largest community college in the state, and with that, a very large budget and hundreds of employees. As such, openness and transparency, fiscal prudence, and accountability within the college are essential. I look forward to promoting these ideals as I campaign," said Nelson.

On April 5, the Johnson County electorate vote in three names to serve on the JCCC Board of Trustees. If a primary is necessary, that will take place on March 1.

James Nelson was born in Kansas City, MO and moved to Olathe, KS in 1983. He is a 1994 graduate from Olathe South High School. He attended the University of Kansas and holds an Associate of Applied Science from Johnson County Community College where he graduated with Honors. James has three wonderful children, all of whom attend Olathe Public Schools.

James is an independent small business owner. His business experience has been leading a company that has been on the forefront of the Internet revolution. As one of the regions first and longest lasting independent Internet Service Providers, his firm has helped foster economic growth and development in the greater Kansas City area by bringing new technological advancements to both businesses and consumers.

James is a founding member of the Hope for America Coalition, a nonpartisan organization of concerned citizens with the goal of making a better nation by supporting, protecting, and defending the Constitution of the United States. He is also a member of the North Kansas City Business Council, the American Alliance of Service Providers, and Henri Masonic Lodge #190.

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