Bryan Hopkins

Bryan Hopkins earned a high school diploma from California High School and a bachelor's degree from California State University in 1989. His career experience includes working as an accountant.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

A campaign based on traditional values, common sense and good stewardship.

Bryan is very proud of his family, starting with his wife of over 30 years, Melessa, their two boys Austin and Shane and their significant others, Sara and Amy (all four of which are BSU alumni).

Bryan was a self-supported college student and earned his business degree from California State University at Fullerton. Most of his career Bryan has been self-employed as a CPA and Financial Planner. When Bryan isn't advising his clients on tax and financial matters he enjoys giving back his time and resources to the community:

Adjunct College Professor

Scholarship sponsor Boise State University College of Business and Economics

Church Finance Committee Member

Past President Active 20/30 Club

Past Vice-President Kiwanis Club

Volunteer Alpine Ski Patroller

Past Dean's Round Table CSUF

Past Executive Committee Member CSUF

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

As our state continues to grow i will work hard to help keep the Idaho we know and love, preserving open space and the outdoor lifestyle.The state is in desperate need of of a sensible balanced budget, both short-term and long-term. With my three decades of experience as a CPA/Financial Planner and College Professor lecturing on the subject of budgets I have the skills necessary to help with this task.Education is key to help keep Idahoans competitive in whatever they deem appropriate for themselves. I will work to provide the appropriate resources to cause that to happen.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

We need to focus on the local economy to help increase wages and create stable small business owners.