Welcome to the Republican Party of Arizona Candidate Bootcamp. You take off running. We provide information, training, and tools to help you succeed. Our candidate training classes, both online and in-person, will help every step of the way – from deciding to run through Election Day and steps in between.
Candidate Bootcamp ScheduleLearn to maximize first impressions and use opening statements. You will develop skills including vocal techniques, how to organize a speech, and close with an ask. Remember, practice makes perfect!
Learn the fundamentals of GOP Data Center and how to use this tool to identify the target voters to build a winning campaign.
What are the most effective social media platforms to use? How do you maximize your dollars, what are the messages that resonate, and what is the preferred frequency of messages?
Learn the various forms of campaign collateral and design elements that work. Whether it's palm cards, signs, or banners, style counts and wins votes.
In this session, you will learn which questions the media could ask, how to pivot to get your message out, respond to negative communications, and project a positive image of your campaign.
Money is the lifeblood of any political campaign. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned fundraiser, you will learn new tips to increase your campaign funds.
| Location | Republican Party of Arizona Headquarters 17767 N Perimeter Dr b101, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 |
| Start | Saturday, 05.14.2022 12:00 PM |
| End | Saturday, 05.14.2022 02:00 PM |
Public Speaking – Learn to maximize your first impressions and opening statements. You will develop skills including vocal techniques, how to organize a speech, and close with an ask. Remember, practice makes perfect!
Trainer: Jill Norgaard, Republican Party of Arizona 1st Vice Chairman
Media Training – In this session, you will learn which questions the media could ask, how to pivot to get your message out, respond to negative communications, and project a positive image for your campaign.
Trainer: Kim Quintero, Arizona Senate Republican Caucus Communications Director
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Monday, 05.16.2022 06:30 PM |
| End | Monday, 05.16.2022 07:30 PM |
GOP Data Center – Learn the fundamentals of GOP Data Center and how to use this tool to identify target voters to build a winning campaign.
Trainer: Jeremiah Cota, Republican Party of Arizona Political Director
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Thursday, 05.19.2022 06:30 PM |
| End | Thursday, 05.19.2022 07:30 PM |
Building the Bench – Hear directly from Chairwoman Ward and receive her insight on Arizona's upcoming red wave election. Learn about the America First movement and the elements of a successful campaign. Candidates will be able to participate in a question and answer session with Chairwoman Ward.
Trainer: Chairwoman Kelli Ward, Republican Party of Arizona
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Saturday, 05.21.2022 10:00 AM |
| End | Saturday, 05.21.2022 11:00 AM |
Creating a Finance Plan for your Campaign – Budgets drive business operations and campaigns Finance Plans. You will learn how to develop a road map to raise campaign funds and turn it into a practical tool to benefit the entire team.
Trainer: Pam Kirby, Republican Party of Arizona Executive Director
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Monday, 05.23.2022 06:30 PM |
| End | Monday, 05.23.2022 06:30 AM |
Fundraising Events – A successful campaign event delivers many objectives. You will learn how to raise significant funds, give yourself a platform for messaging, bring in new money, energize your base, and thank your donors and supporters.
Trainer: Pam Kirby, Republican Party of Arizona Executive Director
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Saturday, 05.28.2022 10:00 AM |
| End | Saturday, 05.28.2022 11:00 AM |
The Call Sheet - The Call Sheet lets the candidate know who they are calling and why. You will learn how to build a meaningful Call Sheet to assist you in making the ask.
Trainer: Pam Kirby, Republican Party of Arizona Executive Director
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Tuesday, 05.31.2022 06:30 PM |
| End | Tuesday, 05.31.2022 07:30 PM |
Win Red Fundraising – Explore the tools available to set up joint fundraising opportunities with the Republican Party of Arizona. Learn how revenue sharing can amplify your fundraising goals.
Trainer: Jeremiah Cota, Republican Party of Arizona Political Director
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Wednesday, 06.01.2022 06:30 PM |
| End | Wednesday, 06.01.2022 07:30 PM |
Make the Ask - The candidate is the campaign's best fundraiser. You will learn processes, tools, and tips on making the ask of major donors.
Trainer: Pam Kirby, Republican Party of Arizona Executive Director
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Saturday, 06.04.2022 09:00 AM |
| End | Saturday, 06.04.2022 10:00 AM |
GOTV Doorknocking – Learn how Campaign Sidekick can help you achieve a successful doorknocking campaign. Learn how to optimize walk lists and the best practices for talking with voters at the door.
Trainer: Chris Escobedo, Arizona Victory State Director
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Monday, 06.06.2022 06:30 PM |
| End | Monday, 06.06.2022 07:30 PM |
Campaign Sidekick – Become a Campaign Sidekick pro and learn how to create walk lists, create a siloed campaign account, create user accounts for your team, and measure metrics to maximize the results of your GOTV efforts.
Trainer: Chris Escobedo, Arizona Victory State Director
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Wednesday, 06.15.2022 06:30 PM |
| End | Wednesday, 06.15.2022 07:30 PM |
Tips & Techniques for Candidates/Campaigns – No matter where you may be in your campaign journey, this class will cover some valuable tips for your consideration. Whether you are a candidate or campaign staff, you won’t want to miss this informative class. This interactive session will focus on campaign materials, signs, phone banking, door knocking, canvassing, voter contact, fundraising, and other resources. Supplemental material will be provided related to designinig campaing collateral.
Trainer: Nancy Cottle, Republican Party of Arizona Congressional District 5 Member At Large
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Wednesday, 06.29.2022 06:30 PM |
| End | Wednesday, 06.29.2022 07:30 PM |
Requesting Public Records and Campaign Finance Research - Learn the process to submit a public records request and how to do basic campaign finance research. This class will have an emphasis on school districts and municipal spending.
Trainer: Jill Norgaard, 1st Vice Chairman, Republican Party of Arizona
| Location | Virtual - Zoom |
| Start | Thursday, 06.30.2022 06:30 PM |
| End | Thursday, 06.30.2022 07:30 PM |
State of the State Election Analysis - Receive insight from one of the top political minds, George Khalaf, President of Data Orbital and Managing Partner of The Resolute Group as he provides his take on the upcoming election. Join this class for a breakdown of what the election means for our state legislature and which legislative districts you will want to closely watch.
Trainer: George Khalaf, President of Data Orbital
