FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
November 5, 2026
CONTACT: press@actonforgovernor.com
GOVERNOR ELECT ACTON LAUNCHES TRANSITION
Acton names John Haseley Transition Chair
COLUMBUS, OH – Today, Governor-Elect Acton launched her transition website at Govelectacton.com. Ohioans can apply to join the new administration, receive updates about the transition, and learn more about Governor-Elect Acton’s policy priorities.
John Haseley will serve as Governor-Elect Acton’s transition director. John Haseley has been a trusted advisor to some of Ohio’s most prominent public officials, including serving as a Senior Advisor on Dr. Acton’s gubernatorial campaign. He previously served as Chief of Staff to Ted Strickland in both the Governor’s Office and in Congress, and worked with U.S. Senator John Glenn, former Governor Dick Celeste, and clerked for federal Judge Guy Cole on the U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. He is the co-founder of Remington Road Group and O’Connor, Haseley and Wilhelm Law. He graduated from Ohio University and earned his law degree from George Washington University. He lives in Athens with his wife Amanda.
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