Tony Forlini | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 24th district | |
| In office January 1, 2011 – December 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Sarah Roberts |
| Succeeded by | Steve Marino |
| Personal details | |
| Born | (1962-02-04) February 4, 1962 |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Diane Forlini |
| Children | 3 |
| Education | Western Michigan University (BA) |
Anthony G. Forlini (born February 4, 1962) is an American businessman and politician serving as the county clerk of Macomb County, Michigan since 2021.[1] A member of the Republican Party, Forlini previously served as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 2011 through 2016, and as the supervisor of Harrison Township, Michigan from 2004 to 2011.[2] He is currently a candidate for the Republican nomination in the 2026 Michigan Secretary of State election.[3][4]
Early life
On February 4, 1962, Forlini was born in Detroit, Michigan. Forlini's father was an Italian from the town of Cassino, Italy.[2][5] Forlini grew up in St. Clair Shores. Forlini attended St. Germaine Elementary School.
Education
In 1984, Forlini earned a degree in Business from Western Michigan University. Forlini is a Certified Financial Planner.[2]
Career
As a businessman, Forlini is the owner of Design Financial Inc.[2]
In 2004, Forlini became a township supervisor in Harrison Township, Michigan, until 2011.[2]
On November 2, 2010, Forlini won the election and became a Republican member of Michigan House of Representatives for District 24. Forlini defeated Sarah Roberts and Keith P. Edwards with 50.18% of the votes.[6] On November 6, 2012, as an incumbent, Forlini won the election and continued serving District 24. Forlini defeated Philip Kurczewski with 54.71% of the votes.[7][2] District 24 covers Harrison Township as well as portions of Clinton Township and Macomb Township. [8]
In March 2016, Forlini announced that he was running for Congress in Michigan's 10th District, as Candice Miller, the then current Representative, was not running for another term.[9]
In 2017, Forlini became an Operations Manager with Macomb County Public Works.[10]
As of 2021, he is the current Macomb County Clerk.
On 24 September 2025, Forlini entered the 2026 Michigan Secretary of State election, seeking the Republican nomination.[3][4]
Awards
- 2016 Knighted. Order of the Star of Italy. Presented by Maria Luisa Lapresa, the Consul of Italy in Detroit, Michigan.[5]
Personal life
Forlini's wife is Diane Forlini. They have three children and four grandchildren. Forlini's family currently live in Harrison Township, Michigan. Forlini is a Roman Catholic.[2]
References
- ^ Cook, Jameson (2022-10-17). "Macomb County clerk's hiring of election denier draws national attention". The Macomb Daily. Retrieved 2025-11-13.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Anthony Forlini's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ a b Lobo, Arpan (2025-09-24). "Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini joins GOP race for Michigan Secretary of State". Detroit Free Press. Retrieved 2025-11-13.
- ^ a b Wethington, Paula (2025-09-24). "Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini declares candidacy for Michigan Secretary of State". CBS News Detroit. Retrieved 2025-11-13.
- ^ a b Hotts, Mitch (December 13, 2016). "Outgoing state Rep. Forlini knighted by the president of Italy". macombdaily.com. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ "2010 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 2, 2010. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ "2012 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 6, 2012. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ Michigan manual. Michigan. Legislative Service Bureau. (1993-1994 ed.). Lansing, MI: Legislative Service Bureau. 1993. ISBN 1878210068. OCLC 29583856.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: others (link) - ^ "Election 2016: Tony Forlini Candidate Questionnaire". wdet.org. July 25, 2016. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ Snyder, Julie (January 30, 2017). "Miller hires Forlini for public works position". candgnews.com. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
External links
- Anthony Forlini at Ballotpedia.org
- Vote MI entry on Forlini
- Macomb Daily 11 October, 2011 entry on Forlini
- Anthony Forlini at wealthminder.com
- Nine Italian language students to travel to Italy with former State Representative, Anthony Forlini in June
- Anthony Forlini at mdoe.state.mi.us
