Education
- Education
Overview
Dennis Muchmore is an experienced public policy professional with more than 40 years of experience in the legislative and regulatory process. He most recently served as chief of staff for the State of Michigan's Governor Rick Snyder.
- Represents clients in matters pertaining to state regulation
- Assists clients in resolving complex issues with state and local government
- Represents clients in governmental relations, which includes interaction with state and local departments and agencies, legislative committees, elected and appointed legislative staff, political matters, and participating in initiatives for trade associations and institutional clients
- Provides strategic advice to companies regarding public policy and regulatory issues, as well as issues being considered by federal, state, and local legislative bodies
Experience
Prior Experience
- State of Michigan, Office of the Governor, Chief of Staff, 2010-2016
- DHR International, Executive Vice President, 2003-2010
- DME LLC, Principal, 2002-2010
- Michigan United Conservation Clubs, Executive Director, 2007-2009
- Muchmore Harrington Smalley & Associates, Principal, 1988-2002
- GCSI, Legislative Co-Ordinator, 1984-1988
- Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Senior Vice President, 1980-1984
- State of Michigan, Administrative Assistant to three Senators, 1973-1980
- State of Michigan, Consultant to the Select Committee on Municipal Finance, 1976-1978
Recognition
Awards
- Michigan Natural Resources Commission, Thomas L. Washington Lifetime Commitment to Conservation Award, 2016
- Eastern Illinois University, Distinguished Alumnus, 2013
- Pi Alpha Alpha National Honor Society for Public Affairs and Administration
- Michigan State University, Public Administration Program Alumnus of the Year, 1998
- Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)/Natural Resources Trust Fund (NRTF) Partner in Conservation Award
- Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities
- Farm Credit Council Eagle
Professional & Community Involvement
Michigan State University
- Public Policy Advisory Board Member
American Society of Public Administration
American Society of Political Consultants
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
- Life Member
Oakland University
- Board of Trustees, Member
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
- Board of Directors, Member
Eastern Illinois University Foundation
Eastern Illinois University Alumni Association
Michigan State University Alumni Association
Delta Sigma Phi International Fraternity Foundation
Michigan Livestock Expo
- Board of Directors, Former Member
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
- Former Chair and Member
Michigan Professional Standards Commission for Teachers
- Board of Directors, Former Member
Metropolitan Affairs Coalition
- Board of Directors, Member
Phoenix Composite Solutions
Physician's Health Plan MM
Liberty Renewable Fuels
Capitol Area Humane Society
Wayne County Community College Foundation
Climate Action Council
Lansing Community College Foundation
Lansing Symphony Orchestra
American Society of Public Administration, Capitol Chapter
Bush Campaign, Pioneer, 2000 and 2004