TRANSITION COUNCIL
"The partners chosen to guide this transition are trusted leaders distinguished by their public service.
Their advice and support will ensure a smooth transition into the Comptroller's office, where our first order of business will be stabilizing the agency to instill confidence in Texans, their representatives, and agency staff that we will be fair, transparent, and effective.
We are eager to get to work." —Sarah Eckhardt, Texas Comptroller-elect
Hon. John Sharp
The Honorable John Sharp has served Texas for decades, starting as a member of the Texas Legislature, serving as Railroad Commissioner (87-91) and Comptroller (91-99), before going on to lead as Texas A&M System Chancellor from 2011-2025, increasing access and opportunity for Texas students.
Hon. Garry Mauro
The Honorable Garry Mauro is a longtime Texas leader, serving four terms as Land Commissioner from 1983-1999 under Texas Governors White, Clements, Richards, and Bush to preserve Texas public lands, expand homeownership opportunities for veterans, and curb pollution.
Lisa Craven
Lisa Craven is the former Deputy Texas Comptroller with more than three decades of public service experience, helping expand broadband, advance water projects, and navigating the state budget under Comptroller Glen Hegar.
Glen Whitley
Former Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley is a wealth of local public service knowledge, leading collaboratively through the COVID-19 pandemic and over massive transportation projects in North Texas as a regional mobility champion.
State Senator Royce West
State Senator Royce West, District 23, is an accomplished attorney representing Dallas in the state’s upper chamber, championing public schools and higher education access, fairness under the law, and criminal justice reform for Texans of all backgrounds.
State Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa
State Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa, District 20, is a stalwart son and voice of the Rio Grande Valley in the Texas Senate, where he champions healthcare, infrastructure, and higher education access for millions of people.
Alice Yi
Alice Yi is a vibrant Austin community leader and advocate who has worked in state government and politics for decades, including work on campaigns for Governor Ann Richards, Lieutenant Governor Bob bullock, and Congressman Lloyd Doggett. Yi is a committed voice for inclusion, equality, and progress.
Dale Craymer
Dale Craymer is the former President of the Texas Taxpayers & Research Association (TTARA), a capstone of his decades in public service, including as Chief Revenue Estimator for Comptroller Bob Bullock, Budget Director for Ann Richards, and Deputy Director for Governor George W. Bush.