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| Tina Courpas | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 4, 1966 (Age 58) Baltimore, Maryland |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma Mater | Princeton University (A.B.) Columbia Law School (J.D.) |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Political Party | Republican |
| Website | www.tinacourpas.com |
Katherine Ann (Tina) Courpas is a politician currently running for State Representative in Connecticut’s 149th District during the 2024 Election Cycle. Courpas was born in Baltimore, Maryland. She was previously the executive director of two non-profits.[1]
Early Life and Education
[edit]Courpas was born in 1966 to Greek parents. She graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University in 1988. Courpas received a law degree from Columbia University in 1994, where she was a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar.[2]
Career
[edit]Before entering politics, Courpas worked on Wall Street for over 20 years. She began her career at Goldman, Sachs & Co. She later practiced law at Kirkland & Ellis before returning to investment banking where she raised capital for private equity funds, including at Credit Suisse Private Fund Group.[3][4] From Wall Street, Courpas went on to become the executive director of two non-profits.
In 2018, Courpas became the Executive Director of the Permanent Commission on the Status of Women in Connecticut, a bipartisan political non-profit. During her time as executive director, she helped pass legislation protecting Connecticut girls and women.[5] In 2022, Courpas was chosen to be the Executive Director of The Hellenic Initiative, an apolitical, philanthropic organization which unites the global Greek Diaspora in support of Greece.[6]
Personal Life
[edit]Courpas is the mother of four children and resides in Greenwich, Connecticut.[7]
State Representative Race
[edit]In February 2024, Courpas filed for candidacy. Courpas was unanimously nominated by Republican delegates from Greenwich and Stamford on May 16th, 2024 as the Republican candidate for the 149th District.[8]
References
[edit]- ^ Yager, Leslie (2024-05-17). "Tina Courpas Receives Nomination for 149th District: Greenwich and Stamford". Greenwich Free Press. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ "WEDDINGS; Tina Courpas, Kamil Salame". New York Times. 1999-09-26. p. 12. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ News Release. "Tina Courpas Named Executive Director of The Hellenic Initiative". The Hellenic Journal. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ "Tina Courpas". Permanent Commission on the Status of Women in Connecticut. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ Marciano, Michael (2021-05-20). "PCSW: Connecticut Women Have Been Disproportionately Impacted by COVID-19". Connecticut Law Tribune. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ Sakellis, Eleni (2022-11-06). "The Hellenic Initiative Executive Director Tina Courpas Speaks with TNH". The National Herald. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ Yager, Leslie (2024-07-02). "Meet Republican Candidate for State Rep in the 149th District, Tina Courpas, Political Newcomer". Greenwich Free Press. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ Blye, Andy. "See who Greenwich Democrats, Republicans endorsed to run in November 2024 elections in Connecticut". Greenwich Time. Retrieved 3 July 2024.