Our Local Leadership


Myles Nelson was first elected Chairman of the Madison County Republican Party in October 2025. Myles Nelson, a Collinsville resident and SIUE alumnus, has played key roles in winning campaigns at all levels. He is Campaign Manager for U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12), Treasurer of the Illinois Republican Party, and Republican State Central Committeeman for the 13th District. Nelson also serves as Trustee of the Madison County Regional Board of Education and Precinct Committeeman for Collinsville 25. A 2024 RNC Delegate pledged to President Donald J. Trump, he is a member of the Madison County Farm Bureau, Illinois State Rifle Association, and NRA.	Jennifer Korte was first elected to the role of Vice Chairman of the Madison County Republicans in 2024. As Vice Chair, Korte's focus is boosting the party's communication, helping new candidates and educating the public of various legislation that will (or have) impacted the community. She is a fierce advocate for children, senior citizens and for people who have a disability. Korte and her family reside in Edwardsville.	Brad Sewell, a resident of Collinsville, was first elected to Treasurer of the Madison County Republicans in 2020. He has a long history of serving Collinsville and Madison County in roles such as precinct committeeman, election judge, and "CARD" Commissioner. In April, 2021 Brad was elected as Collinsville Township Trustee.