Randy Hopper for Wisconsin State Senate

About Randy Hopper

Husband, father, businessman and community leader, Randy Hopper is the kind of leader that can bring about the change voters of Wisconsin's 18th Senate District desire.

Randy has been married to Alysia for 11 years and have two children; Christopher and Isabella.  The Hopper family have lived and worked in Fond du Lac County for many years...growing a successful business, volunteering for community events and working with charitable organizations to help those in need.

Randy has dedicated himself to community service, building successful businesses and creating jobs.  He is currently the President and owner of Mountain Dog media, a broadcasting company based in Fond du Lac, WI.  

Randy earned a BA in History from Denison University in Granville, OH, where he was an award-winning student athlete.  He furthered his education by earning a Masters Degree in Business from Northwestern University Kellogg School of Business.   Randy began his business career by launching Trans Global Trading Company directly out of college.  In 1992 he ventured into the broadcasting business when he became part owner of Lakeside Broadcasting, which then purchased Fond du Lac-based radio stations KFIZ and WFON.  He then started RBH Enterprises, Inc. in 1996 and became sole owner of Lakeside Broadcasting, which eventually evolved into Mountain Dog Media.  

Mountain Dog Media has grown to become not only a thriving business but an integral part of the communities of Fond du Lac and Oshkosh.  Randy and Mountain Dog Media have helped lead fundraising efforts and provided free promotions for a variety of charitable organizations and community oriented programs that enhance our quality of life:

American Heart Association (Chaired Heart Walk)
Friends of Oshkosh
Ripon Medical Center
Woman’s Fund of Fond du Lac
Fond du Lac Children’s Museum
City of Oshkosh: Celebration of Lights, Pollock Park and Menomonee Park
Aurora Foundation
Fond du Lac Builders Association
And many more…  

Randy’s long history of leadership and public service includes founding a charitable group and serving on various boards dedicated to strengthening education and families:

Fond du Lac Festivals – Past President
Marian College – Member of the Board of Trustees, Chair of Advancement Committee 
Fond du Lac YMCA – Board Member
Fond du Lac Marine Center – Board of Directors
Fond du Lac Performing Arts Center – Steering Committee Member
Fond du Lac Cops for Kids – Founding Member
Fond du Lac Area Association of Commerce – Board Member

Endorsements

What they're saying...

“Randy Hopper is the right choice for state senate and I’m honored to be part of his campaign. This district deserves a strong, independent voice in Madison that will put our needs first. Creating new, good paying jobs is a priority for our region as well as ensuring existing businesses can thrive. Randy has the experience and the passion to work with community and business leaders to provide the kind of leadership we need from our next State Senator.”

Marty Ryan -- former Fond du Lac City Council President



Authorized and paid for by Friends of Randy Hopper, Marty Ryan, treasurer