Cory Bowman is a native of Ohio and graduate of the Farmer’s School of Business at Miami University. Shortly after graduating at Miami in December of 2011, Cory decided to pursue ministry, studying at River University in Tampa, Florida.
There, he met his wife, Jordan, an Oklahoma native, who also felt called to serve in Tampa. Together, they married and worked in various ministry roles — from youth leadership to media production — while starting their family, which now includes three children.
In 2025, inspired by his half-brother Vice President JD Vance’s inauguration — an event he cheered with immense pride — Bowman announced his candidacy for mayor, becoming the first Republican to run since 2009. His campaign blends his deep community roots with a commitment to prosperity, growth and conservative principles, aiming to address issues like development and housing equity.
The above information was sourced from the candidate’s website and Ballotpedia.
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