Candidate Profile: Brian Grogan

Brian Grogan is one of two people running in the 2013 general election for At Large Seat B. He and Patty Acomb advanced to the general election after coming in second and first, respectively, in the Aug. 13 municipal primary election. Be sure to check out the interview with Acomb, as well.

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What previous political experience do you have (including other governmental positions you’ve held, whether elected, appointed or volunteer)?   

1. Minnesota Academic Excellence Foundation, Chair, Governor appointed board
2. Benilde-St Margaret School, Parent Association, Assistant Treasurer 
3. Minnehaha Creek Watershed District-Citizen Advisory Committee, Board Member 
4. Hopkins School District Special Education Citizens Advisory Board, Board Member 
5. Hopkins Jaycee Community Development Director

What is your occupation?

Brian Grogan owns an insurance brokerage and financial planning firm called Optimum Financial. 

Where did you go to school?  

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Brian has earned an BBA and MBA. 

Do you have a spouse, children or any other family members you’d like to tell voters about? 

Wife Peggy and three children

What are your campaign goals?

Brian Grogan wants to contribute to making Minnetonka an even better place for families to settle and grow.  In addition, Brian wants to work collaboratively with other City Council members to create a vision that encourages businesses to expand and grow within Minnetonka.   

Why should voters choose you?

Brian Grogan is a business owner who understands how government regulation and taxes effect, even on a local level, businesses’ ability to hire and expand.