New WI DNR Secretary D. Meyer just like 'chamber of commerce' Stepp

At the WI DNR, it's out with the old, in with more-of-the same, as more small government conservatives sign on to big government big jobs.

Scott Walker's hand-picked 'chamber of commerce mentality DNR Secretary Cathy Stepp has gone to help run Trump's pro-business US EPA, so new DNR Secretary Dan Meyer - - formerly the Executive Director of the Eagle River, Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce - - is fielding much the same type of pro-business management team, per this email circulating in the agency:

Message from Secretary Dan Meyer

Greetings! I'd like to start off by thanking each of you that I've met this past month traveling around the state. Your professionalism and knowledge is exceptional and I feel very fortunate to lead such an outstanding organization.

To those I have not met yet, I look forward to meeting you and learning more about your programs and the work you do here at DNR.

That said, I am happy to announce three new members to our agency's Department Leadership Team (DLT) as well as a couple other human resources-related changes.

Jake Curtis

First, I am happy to announce the appointment of our new Chief Legal Counsel, Mr. Jake Curtis. Jake holds a J.D., cum laude, from the University of Wisconsin Law School and was admitted to the State Bar in 2009. Jake has a B.A., summa cum laude, in political science from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. He resides in Grafton with his wife and children, where they frequently visit Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve. Growing up, Jake spent his summers in Waushara County. Now, Jake and his family enjoy frequenting Vilas County in Wisconsin's Northwood's.

 Luke Fuller

Second, please join me in welcoming Mr. Luke Fuller as our new legislative liaison. As some of you may already know, Tim Gary recently joined our Management and Budget program earlier this month, creating this vacancy 

Prior to joining the DNR, Luke worked in issue advocacy for the last two years. Luke previously served as State Senator Leah Vukmir's Chief-of-Staff and began his career in state government in the Governor's Office. Luke lives in Fitchburg with his wife Michele and their daughter Eleanor. 

When he isn't working he enjoys hiking the Ice Age Trail, reading and watching basketball... 

In closing, I would like to wish you and your friends and family a very Happy Thanksgiving. If you are traveling or are planning on deer hunting, please be safe and enjoy this special time of year.

Dan

Note that a more complete Jake Curtis biography includes additional information about his previous and more recent employment, political and campaign background: 

Jake Curtis

Associate Counsel & Federalism Litigator

Jake Curtis is an Associate Counsel and Federalism Litigator at the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty’s Center for Competitive Federalism. He is a frequent contributor to Right Wisconsin and his work has been featured in National Review Online.

Prior to Joining WILL, Jake served as Wisconsin State Senator Duey Stroebel’s Policy Director and as a litigation and government affairs associate at both Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren in Milwaukee and a boutique Mequon firm specializing in municipal labor and employment matters. He previously served as an Ozaukee County Supervisor as well as a special appointed Assistant District Attorney in Milwaukee County.

In addition to his role as an attorney, Jake has been actively involved in Wisconsin politics since 2004.  He previously served in key advisory roles to Assembly, State Senate, Judicial, and U.S. Senate campaigns.  Most recently, he served as a Wisconsin advisor to the Ted Cruz presidential campaign.

Jake holds a J.D., cum laude, from the University of Wisconsin Law School, where he was a member of the Moot Court Team, and a B.A., summa cum laude, in political science from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire, where he was the 2005 co-recipient of the Karl Andresen Scholarship.  He resides in Grafton with his wife and children.