Brent Connett

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Brent Connett of Austin is deputy director of Appointments in the Office of the Governor. His previous experience includes senior staff-level roles in the Texas Senate and more than ten years in various leadership roles for a legislative caucus and public policy research foundation. In 2021, he was appointed to the State Employee Charitable Campaign Policy Committee, where he now serves as the chairman. Connett volunteers in multiple ministries at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Austin and with Meals on Wheels. He previously served more than 15 years in the Texas State Guard, having earned the rank of Sergeant First Class. Connett received a Bachelor of Arts in Government from The University of Texas at Austin.