| 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
editCourpas 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
editBefore 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
editCourpas is the mother of four children and resides in Greenwich, Connecticut.[7]
State Representative Race
editIn 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.