Republican Party of Arkansas names Drew Martin as executive director

Drew Martin, Arkansas political director and campaign manager for U.S. Rep. French Hill, R-Little Rock, was officially named as the next executive director of the Republican Party of Arkansas on Monday (June 2).

“I am excited to hit the ground running as the next Executive Director for the Republican Party of Arkansas and continue building on the successes of the 2024 election cycle,” said Martin. “Under the strong, leadership of Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Senate President Bart Hester, and Speaker Brian Evans, and in partnership with our federal delegation Arkansas families are being put first – with meaningful tax cuts, real property tax relief, and critical safeguards that protect our families and way of life.”

Martin has been involved with several RPA grassroots organizations, including the Arkansas Young Republicans, the Arkansas Federation of College Republicans, and numerous other groups.

His political experience includes campaign manager for U.S. Rep. French Hill’s successful 2024 re-election campaign and he served in the 94th General Assembly as a legislative liaison for Secretary of State John Thurston. He also was Thurston’s campaign manager in 2022. Martin also worked with leaders of the Arkansas House Republican Caucus’ 2022 election efforts which resulted in increasing the overwhelming Republican supermajority.

“As Executive Director, my mission is not only to amplify the tremendous successes our party has delivered, but also to strengthen our infrastructure and ensure that Republican candidates up and down the ticket have the resources, support, and strategy needed to win in 2026,” he added.

A resident of his hometown of Bryant, Martin is a graduate of Bryant High School and holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Arkansas. He also earned a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

“Drew Martin is a seasoned political strategist and proud Arkansas native who brings a deep understanding of our state and the Republican Party’s mission,” said RPA Chairman Joseph K. Wood. “He’s built strong relationships with grassroots leaders across Arkansas and has consistently demonstrated his ability to deliver results. I look forward to working alongside him as we continue to lead and grow the Republican Party.”