COLUMBUS, OH – Ohio Secretary of State-Elect Allison Russo today named Alex Linser as Transition Director and Rachel Rossi as Deputy Transition Director. The two will lead preparations for the incoming administration ahead of Russo’s swearing-in on January 11, 2027.
“Ohioans deserve an administration that is ready to deliver transparent, efficient, and accessible election and business services from day one,” said Secretary of State-Elect Russo. “Alex and Rachel’s combined experience in elections administration and strategic leadership makes them uniquely qualified to guide our transition. I am grateful for their commitment to serving Ohio, and I look forward to working alongside Secretary LaRose’s team to ensure a seamless leadership transition.”
Secretary of State Frank LaRose and his team are working with the incoming administration to ensure a smooth transition.
“Our hardworking, bipartisan staff has been working for many months to prepare for this transition and to ensure that our new Secretary of State is set up for success. We’ve gone through each division of the office to codify every policy and procedure. In the coming weeks, we’ll be handing all of that over to Secretary-Elect Russo and her team because what matters most is a seamless continuity of service that Ohioans deserve and expect. I wish her and her team well as they prepare to lead this important office.” said Secretary LaRose.
The transition team has launched this website where Ohioans interested in serving in Secretary-Elect Russo’s administration can learn about opportunities and submit their résumés.
About Alex Linser
Alex Linser is an attorney, Chair of the Hamilton County Democratic Party, and a member of the Hamilton County Board of Elections. He previously served as the county’s Deputy Director of Elections from 2021 to 2024. Linser holds an Ohio Registered Election Official (OREO) certificate through the Ohio Association of Election Officials and The Ohio State University, and is nationally certified as a Certified Elections/Registration Administrator (CERA) through the Election Center and Auburn University. He is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati College of Law.
About Rachel Rossi
Rachel Rossi is the co-founder of Redfern & Rossi, LLC, a political consulting firm in Ohio. She has advised political campaigns for more than ten years and has served as Secretary of State-Elect Russo’s senior advisor for the past seven and a half years.
To arrange an interview with Allison Russo or more information, contact:
Rachel Rossi
614.284.9126
rachel@redfernrossi.com