Libertarian Party of North Carolina, Bob Drach for North Carolina Auditor

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Bob is originally from Baltimore, Maryland. He earned his bachelor's degree in physics from the College of William and Mary, and his master's degree in business administration from Stanford University.

Bob currently works as the Treasurer of Present Door Works Company. He previously worked as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of Senneca Holdings, the President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of HMF Express, the Vice President (VP) at Therma-Tru Doors, the President of Robert Manufacturing Company, the VP of Operations at Targus, a manager at Rain Bird Corporation, a senior consultant and manager at Deloitte, and a teacher for the Peace Corps and Baltimore City Schools.

Bob Drach's campaign for auditor is his first run for public office.

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Supports increased frequency of investigative audits to address waste and misuse of state funds.

- Supports increased frequency of investigative audits to address waste and misuse of state funds.

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Promises to improve staff retention and the recruit high quality candidates.

Promises to "[Emphasize] performance metrics that highlight transparency and activity."

Commits to publishing audit reports with greater frequency and detail across state agencies.

Believes in strong financial reporting, information systems, and organizational leadership for effective administration.

Says, "A former Certified Management Accountant, I know financial reporting, information systems and organizational leadership."

- Promises to improve staff retention and the recruit high quality candidates.
- Promises to "[Emphasize] performance metrics that highlight transparency and activity."
- Commits to publishing audit reports with greater frequency and detail across state agencies.
- Says, "A former Certified Management Accountant, I know financial reporting, information systems and organizational leadership."

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- Promises to improve staff retention and the recruit high quality candidates.
- Promises to "[Emphasize] performance metrics that highlight transparency and activity."
- Commits to publishing audit reports with greater frequency and detail across state agencies.

As of June 14, 2024, Bob Drach’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- Promises to improve staff retention and the recruit high quality candidates.
- Promises to "[Emphasize] performance metrics that highlight transparency and activity."

Bob was born in Baltimore, Maryland. He graduated with a bachelor of science degree in physics from the College of William and Mary in Virginia. Bob also received his master of business administration from Stanford University.

Bob is currently the Treasurer of a private company in Charlotte. He is a former Certified Management Accountant. Bob used to volunteer with Peace Corps.

Bob Drach's campaign for auditor is his first entry into politics. 

- Said "Continuity on key investigations is critical, while also emphasizing performance metrics that highlight transparency and activity."

- Said he "will focus on retaining the excellent audit staff while recruiting additional talent to open positions."

Dave graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill and earned both a law degree and MBA from Campbell. Dave is married to Haden Wakefield Payne Boliek. They have 4 children. Dave is an elder at Highland Presbyterian Church and has served on its Session. 

Dave is a lawyer at his own private practice. Before that, he was an assistant district attorney. Dave serves on the Board of Trustees at UNC-Chapel Hill, where he has held roles supervising UNC's endowment.

This is Dave Boliek's first entry into politics.

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Believes the the state auditor needs to investigate the city of Elizabeth City's late financial audits.

Believes in "Implementing a strategic plan to achieve accountability for the spending of taxpayer dollars."

- Believes the the state auditor needs to investigate the city of Elizabeth City's late financial audits.
- Believes in "Implementing a strategic plan to achieve accountability for the spending of taxpayer dollars."

Dave Boliek

- Believes the the state auditor needs to investigate the city of Elizabeth City's late financial audits.

Dave is a lawyer at his own private practice. Prior to that, he was an Assistant District Attorney. Dave serves on the Board of Trustees at UNC-Chapel Hill, where he has held roles supervising UNC's endowment.

As of June 14, 2024, Dave Boliek’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Jessica Holmes is a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill School of Law, where she earned honors and received awards such as the Distinguished Young Alumni Award and Outstanding Recent Graduate Award. 

Jessica Holmes has experience as an attorney who has served at the NC Industrial Commission, overseeing workers' compensation claims.

Jessica Holmes is currently the Auditor for North Carolina. She was appointed to this position in 2023, and has served one term in the position. She was also the youngest-ever elected Wake County commissioner and was elected as Chair of Wake County Commission during her tenure.

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The candidate's website says, "Jessica Holmes stands committed to safeguarding taxpayer dollars as the NC Auditor, leveraging her expertise, integrity, and unwavering dedication to equitable policies for the betterment of North Carolina."

Said she is "committed to safeguarding taxpayer dollars as the NC Auditor, leveraging her expertise, integrity, and unwavering dedication to equitable policies for the betterment of North Carolina."

Plans to implement and maintain clear internal processes to ensure OSA accountability in managing tax dollars.

Plans to implement and maintain clear internal processes to ensure Office of State Auditor (OSA) accountability in managing tax dollars.

Believes in leading by example with personal accountability, refusing a state-issued vehicle and credit card, and opting for the same reimbursement process as other state employees.

- Said she is "committed to safeguarding taxpayer dollars as the NC Auditor, leveraging her expertise, integrity, and unwavering dedication to equitable policies for the betterment of North Carolina."
- Plans to implement and maintain clear internal processes to ensure Office of State Auditor (OSA) accountability in managing tax dollars.
- Believes in leading by example with personal accountability, refusing a state-issued vehicle and credit card, and opting for the same reimbursement process as other state employees.

Plans to ensure audit and report findings are supported by facts and thorough analysis.

Believes audits and reports should provide "clear insights and meaningful recommendations" to enhance government services.

Believes audits and reports should provide "clear insights and meaningful recommendations" to improve government services.

- Plans to ensure audit and report findings are supported by facts and thorough analysis.
- Believes audits and reports should provide "clear insights and meaningful recommendations" to improve government services.

Jessica Holmes

- Said she is "committed to safeguarding taxpayer dollars as the NC Auditor, leveraging her expertise, integrity, and unwavering dedication to equitable policies for the betterment of North Carolina."

As of June 14, 2024, Jessica Holmes’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- The Auditor conducts financial audits of North Carolina’s government agencies, ensuring tax dollars are well-spent and that corruption does not occur.
- The Auditor's office examines books, records, files, papers, documents, and financial affairs of every state agency. They often comment on the operational and financial affairs of the North Carolina State Government.
- The Auditor has the power to make people produce records and answer questions under oath.
- The Auditor oversees an office of over 300 employees. 
- The Auditor is elected for a four year term. The position has no term limits.

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