Tina J. Benkiser

Tina J. Benkiser is a candidate for State Executive Committeewoman District 11 Primary Election in 2026 in Tennessee State Senate District 11, Tennessee.

Incumbent State Executive Committeewoman (District 11) in Signal Mountain, TN

Also running: Lisa Crowder, Jane Armstrong.

Tina J. Benkiser is an experienced leader in law and politics, currently serving as an incumbent Tennessee Republican Party State Executive Committeewoman for SD-11 and running for reelection. A licensed attorney in Tennessee and Texas, she lectures on business law and ethics at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Benkiser is a long-time grassroots activist dedicated to promoting conservative principles and inspiring others to political involvement. Her extensive political background includes serving as Chairman of the Republican Party of Texas, a Republican National Committee member, and Senior Advisor to Gov. Rick Perry. She holds a JD from The University of Alabama and resides in Signal Mountain, TN.