The leaders of Mobilize Michigan are well-known, experienced, and trusted in-state partners.

We provide services in Michigan, and only in Michigan. By partnering with Mobilize Michigan, organizations can expect a committed partner working to advance important progressive policies and campaigns in Michigan.

WHO WE ARE↗

John Keserich - CEO

(he/him)

john@mobilizemichigan.com

John has over 20 years of experience building political power at the state and national level and developing needed infrastructure to advance the goals of the progressive movement. He has successfully led the development, funding, implementation, management, tracking, and evaluation of large-scale, data-driven electoral and ballot measure campaigns in Michigan and across the country. Driven by his passion for social justice, he advises and supports the growth of diverse, equitable, and inclusive organizations, campaigns, and programs through his work on various non-profit and infrastructure organization boards and committees.

Megan Zapinski - VP of Business Operations

(she/her)

megan@mobilizemichigan.com

Megan brings nearly 20 years of experience strengthening organizational operations and infrastructure in the nonprofit and advocacy space. She has led core functions including financial tracking, scheduling, reporting, and strategic planning to ensure alignment between day-to-day operations and broader organizational goals. At Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, where she served as Vice President of Operations, Megan supported board governance and played a key role in national youth engagement efforts through her involvement with the Planned Parenthood Federation of America’s Health Center Advisory Board and Youth Leadership Advisory Council. Her career reflects a deep commitment to building effective, mission-driven systems that power long-term impact.

Joanne Galloway - Program Director

(she/her)
joanne@mobilizemichigan.com

Kelsey Heck Wood - Data Director

(she/her)
kelsey@mobilizemichigan.com

Shelly West - Program Director

(she/her)
west@mobilizemichigan.com

Shelly West is a seasoned civic engagement and community leadership professional with more than seven years of senior leadership experience. Throughout her career, she has successfully led and managed diverse programs focused on grassroots organizing, door-to-door outreach, voter registration, ballot initiatives, volunteer management, campaign support, and community engagement.

Over the course of her tenure, West has played a significant role in registering more than 10,000 voters across the state of Michigan, helping expand civic participation and empower historically underrepresented communities. Her extensive field and organizing experience has also contributed to successful campaigns supporting the election of Governors, State Senators, Mayors, Judges, and Police Chiefs throughout Michigan.

West’s commitment extends beyond electoral campaigns. She is a dedicated advocate for democracy, civic participation, and community empowerment. Through her leadership, she continues to champion neighborhood advocacy, strengthen grassroots engagement, and inspire residents to become active participants in shaping the future of their communities.

Kelsey grew up in a small town in rural Northern Michigan, where she attended HeadStart programs and her mom waited tables to provide for their family. She is a proud advocate for - and product of - public education, and is the first person in her family to graduate from college. Kelsey has over a decade of experience in field campaigns, data analysis, and strategic planning. Prior to joining Mobilize Michigan, she worked as the Data Director at America Votes Michigan, the Michigan State Director at Run for Something, and served as a council member for the City of Jackson.

Whether it is her experience working with coalitions in c(3) and c(4) spaces, direct candidate coaching and support, fundraising for her own campaign, or writing and passing local policies, Kelsey has a varied and unique set of skills to approach any problem with data-informed solutions. She lives in Jackson with her spouse, toddler, and two cats.

Joanne Galloway is a Lansing-based progressive strategist and community organizer with extensive leadership experience as a non-profit founder, executive director, and political candidate. She specializes in building trusted relationships across all levels, from boardrooms to grassroots community spaces. Her approach centers on empathetic collaboration, uniting diverse groups to drive local change while holding leadership accountable.

Joanne brings a proven record of success in organizing outreach and large-scale events, leveraging storytelling to empower residents and inspire civic participation. She is deeply committed to Michigan, using her expertise to bring people together, foster inclusive community dialogue, and execute strategic, impactful initiatives.