Tony Des Chenes

Tony has held various positions in State government spanning over 15 years.  He most recently served as Acting Director for Purchasing Operation for the Department of Technology, Management and Budget , overseeing the implementation of over $16 billion in State contracts.  He also held the position of Director for the Commodities, IT and Services Divisions for the State Purchasing office.    Tony oversaw the State Energy Consortium program and was a member of the Community Rehabilitation Organization Set a Side Committee.   He was appointed by Governor Engler as Advisor to the State Transportation Commission, where he assisted with the development of transportation policy.   Tony has also served as Assistant to the Director and Director of Policy and Public Affairs for the Department of Management and Budget.  Tony remains active in purchasing activities as a member of the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) and as an honorary member of the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO). Tony has a Bachelors of Science Degree from Central Michigan University and a Masters in Public Administration from Western Michigan University.  Tony, his wife Jami, son Eric and daughter Lauren reside in Dewitt, MI.