Draft:Jonathan Serrano

Jonathan Serrano Early Life and Education Jonathan Serrano was born and raised in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, to a Cuban father and Puerto Rican mother. After the passing of his father at a young age, Serrano was raised by his stepfather. He attended high school in Chicago, where he met his future wife, and went on to serve in the United States Army as a paratrooper. After his military service, Serrano pursued higher education in business administration and finance. He completed executive education at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth and is currently pursuing a theology degree at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Career Following his military service, Serrano embarked on a career in project management, business administration, and finance. He became a small business owner, with interests in various enterprises, and has been active in supporting local business initiatives. Additionally, for nearly a decade, he served as an administrator in the Chicago Public School system, working to improve education for the city’s youth. Political Career In 2022, Serrano ran for office in Illinois’ 3rd House District, seeking a seat in the Illinois General Assembly as a state representative. His platform focused on safety, policing, education for children, and fiscal responsibility. Serrano was dedicated to addressing these key issues and aimed to bring positive change to his community. Personal Life Serrano is married to his high school sweetheart, and together they have four children. His Christian faith plays a central role in how he approaches both his personal life and his public service. He is committed to living out his faith in his family life and community involvement, striving to reflect those values in his work and leadership.

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https://ballotpedia.org/Jonathan_Serrano https://www.illinoispolicy.org/story/jonathan-serrano/ https://www.chicagotribune.com/2022/10/29/editorial-for-illinois-house-eva-dina-delgado-lilian-jimenez-la-shawn-ford-ann-williams-margaret-croke-hoan-huynh/