Christine Greig

Christine Greig
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 37th district
Assumed office
January 1, 2015
Preceded by Vicki Barnett
Personal details
Born (1963-01-11) January 11, 1963
Plymouth, Indiana
Nationality American
Political party Democratic
Spouse(s) Robert Greig
Residence Farmington Hills, Michigan
Alma mater University of Notre Dame
Profession Politician
Committees House Communications and Technology, House Education, and House Workforce and Talent Development
Religion Roman Catholic
Website www.christinegreig4rep.com

Christine Greig (born January 11, 1963) is a Democratic politician from Michigan representing the 37th District which comprises Farmington and Farmington Hills in the Michigan House of Representatives after being elected in November 2014.[1][2] Prior to her election to the Michigan Legislature, Greig served as the executive director of the Farmington/Farmington Hills Education Center.[1][3]

History

Personal biography

Greig was born on January 11, 1963 and grew up in Plymouth, Indiana. She graduated Plymouth High School in 1981[4] and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in American Studies and Computer Applications from the University of Notre Dame.[1]

She is married to Robert Greig, and they have three children. Greig resides in Farmington Hills Michigan, where she has lived for over 25 years.[1]

Professional life

After her education, Greig worked for Andersen Consulting as an application software expert, and would later work for Kmart Corporation, managing the implementation of their human resource systems.[4] In 1994, she became the co-owner of Fulcrum Computer Services, based in Farmington Hills.[1][4]

Prior to her election into office, Greig founded and directed the Farmington/Farmington Hills Education Foundation,[1] a non-profit organization focused on providing support for the students of Farmington and Farmington Hills public schools.[5]

Political career

Greig was elected to serve the 37th District in the Michigan House of Representatives in November 2014[2] In the Michigan House of Representatives, Christine Greig serves on the committees of Communications and Technology, Education, and Workforce and Talent Development.[6] She was appointed Assistant Floor Leader and serves as the Vice Chair of the Progressive Women's Caucus.

On August 5, 2014, Greig defeated Barry Brickner and Theresa Rich in the Democratic Primary for the 37th district for the Michigan House of Representatives.[6] She then defeated Republican Party candidate Richard Learner in the general election on November 4, 2014.[2]

2014 Michigan House of Representatives, District 37[2]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Christine Greig 19,148 57.1
Republican Richard Learner 14,359 42.9
Majority 4,789 14.3
Total votes 33,507 100
Democratic hold
Democratic Primary – 2014 Michigan House of Representatives, District 35[6]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Christine Greig 3,288 39.8
Democratic Barry Brickner 2,729 33.0
Democratic Theresa Rich 2,244 27.2
Total votes 8,261 100

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 "Biography For Rep. Greig". Michigan House Democrats. Retrieved January 6, 2016.
  2. 1 2 3 4 "2014 Live Michigan election results: State House Districts 1-110". MLive. November 4, 2014. Retrieved January 6, 2015.
  3. ↑ Maliszewski, Joanne (November 4, 2014). "Greig outdistances Lerner for state House". Farmington Observer. Retrieved January 6, 2015.
  4. 1 2 3 Hubred-Golden, Joni (September 29, 2014). "Christine Greig – State House District 37". Farmington Voice. Retrieved January 7, 2015.
  5. ↑ "Farmington/Farmington Hills Education Foundation FAQ". Farmington/Farmington Hills Education Foundation. Retrieved January 10, 2016.
  6. 1 2 3 "Christine Greig". ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia. Retrieved January 6, 2015.
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