Damon Townsend

A candidate for Secretary of State, State of Washington in the 2024 Washington Primary Election, Aug. 6

Party: No Labels

City: Gig Harbor, Washington

Education: Graduated from Bethel High School in 1994. Earned an associate's degree through the state Running Start program. Holds a bachelor's degree in accounting and business administration from the City University of Seattle. Holds a masters degree from Western Governors University.

Work experience: Currently worked as a self-employed government efficiency and business consultant. Previously worked as the Pierce County Elections Supervisor.

Political experience: Elected as a Precinct Committee Officer for the Democratic Party in the '90s. Elected as a Delegate for the Republican National Convention in 2012. Ran unsuccessfully for Pierce County Auditor.

Family: Married to Dawn Townsend. They have three children.