So You Want to be a Candidate?

Ever thought of running for political office? Join AFBF’s Mike Sistak for a conversation with a special guest to hear about their experiences running for elective office. Then find out how you can learn more about running for office yourself through AFBF’s nonpartisan campaign management school.

Speakers:

Mike Sistak, Director, Advocacy & Political Management, AFBF

Mike Sistak

Director, Advocacy & Political Management

Mike Sistak is AFBF’s Director of Advocacy and Political Management. In this capacity he assists state Farm Bureaus with their Political Action Committee management, prepares political analysis, engages candidates for federal office, and supports AFBF advocacy initiatives, including grassroots trainings and teaching campaign management seminars.

Mike has over a decade of political experience. He has previously worked on Capitol Hill, in senior government relations roles in Arizona, and has worked on multiple campaigns for the House, Senate, and White House. He was previously AFBF’s Director of Grassroots Program Development from 2019-2021.

Mike graduated from The University of Arizona with a BA in Political Science and MA in International Security Studies.

Mike and his wife Maddy are originally from Phoenix, Arizona and now reside in Fairfax, Virginia.