The Officers of Local Union 1
Our leadership is elected by the membership, accountable to the membership, and dedicated to advancing our mission every single day. Meet the officers who guide our brotherhood.
Leadership at a Glance
- All officers are democratically elected by the membership
- Elections are held every two years with full transparency
- Leadership serves the brotherhood — not the other way around
- Open-door policy: any member can meet with any officer
- Financial reports are published quarterly for full accountability
Executive Officers
Big Mike Callahan
Founding Member
A founding member and the driving force behind the union's growth. Big Mike has led the brotherhood with passion and wisdom since the very beginning, personally negotiating our most significant bargaining agreements.
Sandra 'Sandy' Kowalski
Veteran Member
Sandy brings decades of organizational experience and a fierce dedication to clean clams. She oversees our community outreach programs and serves as the union's chief strategist.
Tony 'The Shell' Marino
Veteran Member
Known for his meticulous attention to detail, Tony manages the union's finances with complete transparency. Every dollar is accounted for, every report is public.
Reverend James 'Jimmy' Washington
Active Officer
Rev. Jimmy keeps order at our meetings and rallies while bringing a spiritual dimension to our cause. His opening prayers at brotherhood meetings are legendary.
Maria Elena Gutierrez
Active Officer
Maria Elena ensures every union meeting is thoroughly documented. Her detailed minutes have become an invaluable historical record of our brotherhood's journey.
Patrick 'Red' O'Brien
Active Officer
Red is the membership's first point of contact for any issue. His approachable demeanor and deep knowledge of union procedures make him an invaluable advocate for every member.
Executive Board Members
Our executive board members serve on committees that drive specific areas of union operations. Together with the officers, they form the complete leadership structure of Clean Clams Local Union 1.
How Our Leadership Structure Works
Clean Clams Local Union 1 operates as a fully democratic organization. Every two years, the membership gathers for elections where any member in good standing can run for any leadership position. Voting is conducted by secret ballot, and results are certified by an independent elections committee.
Our officers are bound by the union constitution and bylaws, which establish clear guidelines for governance, financial management, and member rights. The membership always has the final say — through regular meetings, referendums, and the power of recall.
Transparency is not negotiable. Quarterly financial reports, meeting minutes, and bargaining updates are made available to all members. Our leadership answers to the brotherhood — always.
Lead From Within
Every member is a leader in our brotherhood. Join us and find your voice in the movement.
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About Us
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Our Mission
What drives our leadership every day.
Membership
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Collective Bargaining
Our leadership at the negotiating table.
Events
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Contact Us
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