Patrick Colbeck

About Patrick Colbeck

Christian, Engineer, Author, Businessman, & StatesmanPatrick J. Colbeck is an accomplished aerospace engineer, author, and former two-term Michigan State Senator who has dedicated his career to public service and technical excellence.Education & Engineering Experience:A University of Michigan graduate with Bachelor\'s and Master\'s degrees in Aerospace Engineering, Patrick also studied at the International Space University in Strasbourg, France. His engineering achievements include designing critical Life Support System elements for the International Space Station and serving as a Space Camp instructor in Huntsville, Alabama.Business & Consulting Experience:Patrick provided management consulting services for over 11 years across healthcare, telecommunications, and defense industries. As a certified Microsoft Small Business Specialist and successful entrepreneur, he brings practical business experience to complex challenges.Legislative Leadership:His commitment to public service is exemplified by his tenure as a Michigan State Senator, where he advocated for policies that strengthened Michigan\'s economy and supported working families. During his tenure, Patrick achieved significant accomplishments- Led Michigan to become the 24th Right to Work state, earning the Senator Paul Fannin Statesman Award- Chaired Appropriations Subcommittees overseeing $500M+ in State Police and Military/Veterans Affairs expenditures- Improved Michigan veteran services from last to #2 nationally through performance-based budgeting- Received legislator awards from police, construction, education reformers and senior organizationsBuilding on this public service foundation, he sought to expand his impact as a grassroots candidate for Governor of Michigan. He received 13% of vote despite only 15% name recognition due to limited ad budget (i.e. 87% support among those who knew him).Military Support & Advocacy:Patrick co-founded the Michigan Armed Forces Hospitality Center, serving military personnel at Detroit Metro Airport and MEPS Centers.Author & Election Integrity Expert:He has authored three books, including *The 2020 Coup: What Happened. What We Can Do.* Recognized as a leading election integrity expert, Patrick serves as Chief Operating Officer for Lindell Management and continues his work through LetsFixStuff.org.Faith & Family:Guided by his Christian faith, Patrick and his wife Angie of 30 years live in Canton and attend Northridge Church in Plymouth, Michigan. He approaches all endeavors with integrity, compassion, and dedication to positive change.

Experience

1. Chief Operating Officer

   Lindell Management

   Oct 2023 — Present · Canton, MI, US

Education

• University of Michigan

  B.S.E., Aerospace

  1983 — 1987

• International Space University

  Space Studies, Life Sciences

  1989 — 1989

• University of Michigan

  M.S.E., Aerospace

  1987 — 1988

Skills

• Policy
• Public Relations
• Program Management
• Faith-Based
• Process Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Government
• Project Portfolio Management
• Project Server
• Problem Solving
• Grassroots Organizing
• Strategic Planning
• Sharepoint
• Politics
• Religious Freedom
• Spiritual Gifts
• Project Management
• Enterprise Software
• Public Policy
• Legislative Relations
• Management Consulting
• Epm
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Fundraising
• Political Campaigns
• Public Speaking
• Pmo
• Leadership
• Entrepreneurship
• Management
• Grassroots
• Legislation
• Metrics
• Spiritual Leadership
• Portfolio Management
• Business Process Re-Engineering