Jane Mitakides for “an America of opportunity and optimism”

A native Daytonian with a background in strategic communications and investor relations, Jane Mitakides understands the importance of a sound economic policy, fair trade agreements and policies that will bring encourage business growth and add jobs to our community. As founder of Ohio-based Helsley Advertising, she has worked with businesses all over America, gaining an in-depth knowledge of business and investor relations that will serve our region well. Awards for her work include prestigious ANDY, ADDY and CLIO.

“I am running for Congress because I believe it is time for leadership focused on an America of opportunity and optimism, beginning with an economy that works for both families and business,” she stated for NEO. “We have it within our power to make health care affordable, accessible and reliable; and to increase investments in infrastructure, energy independence, and education.”

Jane Mitakides has served on a diverse variety of boards and organizations including the Development Board of St. Elizabeth Hospital, Women in Leadership, the Political Action Committee of the NAACP, and the various arts.

She also brings 20 years of political and campaign experience to her role as candidate for OH-3. She is a founding member of both the Women's Council of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee and The Small Business Council of the Democratic National Committee. Jane is also active with organizations focused on issues of interest to Greek Americans, and was recently honored by PSEKA, the International Coordinating Committee for Justice for Cyprus.

“In Ohio, we are staggering under the burden of jobs loss, housing foreclosures and failed leadership. But I believe this is a once-in-a-generation election, an election that can be a turning point for America. I believe we can make real change, and do it sooner, rather than later.”

According to Jane Mitakides, “it is time to put the partisanship of the past few years behind us, and work toward long-term solutions to the challenges facing America here and abroad. We must return America to its role as a world leader in education, innovation and international understanding.”

“As a local businesswoman, Jane understands what it takes to bring good jobs to our community and strengthen the middle class. In Congress, she will bring people together to get the job done for our families on issues such as healthcare, the environment, and education,” said Ohio Governor Ted Strickland.

Married for 26 years to John Mitakides, a dentist who has practiced in the Dayton area for over 30 years, Jane is also the very proud mother of two children: Katie, who is completing her PhD in International Relations, and Andrew, a recent graduate of Hampden-Sydney College.