DENVER REPUBLICAN PARTY

Our Leadership

Meet the dedicated team of volunteers and community leaders working every day to bring common-sense conservative values back to Denver.

Ashley Troxell

MEET OUR CHAIR

Ashley Troxell. Chair of the Denver Republican Party

Chair, Denver County GOP

Ashley is a former Denver Public Schools teacher with an M.S. in Teaching and Learning from Colorado State University, now serving as a Senior Legislative Aide in the Colorado State Senate.

She has helped grow grassroots engagement as House District 5 Captain and Vice President of Denver Republican Women through events, door-to-door outreach, and partnerships with local conservative groups.

Drawing on her background in education, community organizing, and communications, Ashley focuses on common-sense solutions, transparency, and empowering Denver residents to get involved and make a difference.

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Party Officers

Hugo Chavez-Rey

VICE CHAIRMAN

Hugo is a lifelong conservative and proud immigrant from Peru. A U.S. Air Force veteran, he has seen his journey from arriving in America to serving in uniform shape his deep commitment to liberty, personal responsibility, and the American Dream. He hosts The Hispanic Patriot podcast.

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Kathryn Elliott

SECRETARY

Kathy is an active leader in local politics and community engagement. She serves as a Precinct Committee Person in House District 3 and works as an election judge. With 20+ years in IT as a technical writer, she brings analytical skills and clear communication to grassroots efforts.

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Julie Mackay Percy

LEGAL ADVISOR

Julie serves as a PCP, election judge, and Denver County GOP Legal Advisor. She is an active member of the Lincoln Club, Denver Republican Women, and the Republican National Lawyers Association. She practices commercial real estate law in Denver.

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Katie Kennedy

TREASURER

District Captains

Our district captains are the boots on the ground — organizing precincts, training volunteers, and making sure every Denver Republican has a voice.

District Captains

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    Dean Flanders

    House District 1

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    Kelly Gallager

    House District 2

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    Jimmy Smrz

    House District 5

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    Mark Chilson

    House District 6

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    Sofia Llamas

    House District 7

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    Guy Roland Trazie

    House District 7

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    Carolyn Barnes

    House District 8

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    Diane Wolta

    House District 9

Ready to Lead?

Denver needs committed conservatives in every precinct. Step up, get trained, and help us build the strongest local party in Colorado.

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