MDGOP Announces New Executive Director

ANNAPOLIS – Today, the Maryland Republican Party announced the appointment of Del. Justin Ready as its interim executive director. Outgoing Executive Director Kim Jorns was hired for the same position in her home state of Michigan.

"I want to thank Kim for her outstanding service to the Maryland Republican Party and our state," said MDGOP Chairman Alex Mooney. "Her leadership and determination to make Maryland a true, two-party state helped Republicans make a net gain of 40 seats in the 2010 election, from the local to congressional level. We know she will do a great job for the Michigan GOP and help that state join the Republican column in the 2012 presidential election."

Chairman Mooney tapped Del. Ready to take the position on an interim basis while undergoing a search for a full-time Executive Director.

"Justin's experience as a former MDGOP Executive Director makes him the right choice to serve as the interim executive director through the end of 2011," Mooney said.

"I am excited about the opportunity to support and help the MDGOP during this time of transition," said Del. Ready. "I look forward to promoting the Republican agenda to make Maryland a place where families can afford to live and job creators can succeed."

Ready served as Maryland Republican Party Executive Director from April of 2008 through July of 2009. His experience includes working in the General Assembly as staff and on several campaigns. Ready was elected to the House of Delegates in 2010, representing District 5A in Carroll County.