Trustee Election

What is the election for?

Trustees of the Wisconsin Education Association Insurance Trust (Trust) oversee the operations of both the Trust and its wholly owned insurance subsidiary, the WEA Insurance Corporation. Trustees are elected by Trust policyholders to staggered three-year terms. Three Trustee positions are being selected this election cycle.

Why Should I Vote?

The election gives Trust policyholders a voice in governance by deciding who oversees the operations of the Trust.

How do I vote?

Shortly before the 2022 voting period opens, Trust policyholders will receive information by mail on how to cast a vote through a secure website or by phone.  Voting is open from April 8 through May 9, 2022. 

What's the Election Process?

1. Nominating period

If you are interested in being a candidate for one of the three available seats in 2022, fill out and submit this application by December 31, 2021. Please note, you do not need to fill out the ADP Background Check Authorization form until you are notified that you are an official candidate of the 2022 Election.

Download Application (Word Doc)

Download Application (PDF)

Download ADP Background Check Authorization

The nominating period is currently closed.

2. Candidate Bio Information

Click here to see the candidate bio information.

3. Cast your vote

Voting will occur from April 8 through May 9, 2022.

2022 Election Winners

The winners of the 2022 Election are Michael Halloran and Heather Mielke.

Thank you to all who voted in this year's election. Your votes helped raise money for the following charitable organizations:

• Second Harvest Food Bank - $6,100
• Ronald McDonald House of Wisconsin - $3,700
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Wisconsin - $2,700

Trustees have the ultimate responsibility for the policies and operation of the Trust and its subsidiary insurance corporation.