About us
The team behind Strategic Political Management
Strategic Political Management is led by President Charlie Kolean and Vice President Dom Arzon, two conservative strategists with backgrounds in campaigns, party leadership, lobbying, and data-driven consulting.
President
Charlie Kolean
Charlie Kolean is the President of Strategic Political Management (SPM), a full-spectrum political consulting firm renowned for delivering exceptional service and proprietary insights to its clients.
With a career spanning over a decade in politics, Kolean has built a robust profile as an activist, candidate, party leader, and strategist. Under his leadership, SPM has made a significant impact on the political landscape across the United States.
In 2024, Kolean managed two major Super PACs—alongside advising numerous other clients—that collectively influenced over 150 elections, securing victories in eight statewide races and executing the largest independent expenditure in U.S. history focused on local races.
As a lobbyist, he has represented clients and causes focused on energy, foreign affairs, and election integrity, effectively advancing issues at both the state and federal levels.
He is also a frequent political commentator, appearing on outlets including WBAP Radio, Newsmax, BBC, Barron's, and One America News (OAN). In addition, Kolean has held influential positions in local, state, and national party leadership, advancing initiatives and grassroots engagement.
Originally from Michigan, Kolean graduated from Michigan State University with a B.A. in Economics, where he served as Chairman of the Michigan Federation of College Republicans and National Treasurer of the College Republican National Committee.
- ExpertiseSuper PACs, independent expenditures, lobbying
- IssuesEnergy, foreign affairs, election integrity
- MediaWBAP, Newsmax, BBC, Barron's, OAN
- RecognitionMaverick PAC Future 40 (2025)
Vice President
Dom Arzon
Dominic Arzon serves as the Vice President of SPM, where he brings a dynamic blend of conservative leadership, strategic expertise, and public service experience.
A lifelong advocate for conservative values, Dominic founded one of the nation's first high school chapters of Students for Trump and remained active in College Republicans throughout his years at Southern Methodist University, helping to energize and expand the conservative movement among young voters.
His grassroots involvement continued as a Dallas County GOP Precinct Chair, where he played a pivotal role in mobilizing the local Trump voter base and strengthening Republican engagement in the community.
Professionally, Dominic has worked in big data and strategy consulting, advising Fortune 500 clients and delivering actionable insights to help organizations solve complex challenges.
At Strategic Political Management, Dominic assists in identifying new workstreams and leads political consulting initiatives, including policy advocacy and influence campaigns that drive conservative priorities forward. Serving on both county and city commissions, he shapes policy development and community initiatives to promote responsible governance, championing these efforts through strategic coalition-building, innovative solutions, and targeted operations.
- LeadsPolitical consulting, policy advocacy, influence campaigns
- BackgroundBig data and Fortune 500 strategy consulting
- ServiceCounty and city commissions; former Dallas County GOP Precinct Chair
- RecognitionARRO 30 Under 30
Frequently asked questions
Who leads Strategic Political Management?
SPM is led by President Charlie Kolean, a political strategist, lobbyist, and commentator and a 2025 Maverick PAC Future 40 honoree, and Vice President Dominic (Dom) Arzon, who was named to ARRO's 30 Under 30 list of rising Republican operatives.
Who is Charlie Kolean?
Charlie Kolean is the President of Strategic Political Management in Dallas, Texas. He is a political strategist, lobbyist, and commentator who in 2024 managed two major Super PACs that influenced more than 150 elections. He graduated from Michigan State University with a B.A. in Economics and was named a 2025 Maverick PAC Future 40 honoree.
Who is Dom Arzon?
Dominic (Dom) Arzon is the Vice President of Strategic Political Management. A Southern Methodist University alumnus and former Dallas County GOP Precinct Chair, he leads SPM's political consulting initiatives, policy advocacy, and influence campaigns and was named to ARRO's 30 Under 30 list.
Where has Charlie Kolean appeared as a commentator?
Charlie Kolean has appeared as a political commentator on outlets including WBAP Radio, Newsmax, BBC, Barron's, and One America News (OAN).
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