Dan A. Gwadosky

Biography:

Dan A. Gwadosky became director of the Maine Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations in January, 2005 after serving eight years as Maine's Secretary of State. In this position he was noted for his efforts in technology and e-government, including being named one of Government Technology Magazine's "Top 25 Dreamers, Doers and Drivers" for 2003. He is also Past President of the National Association of Secretaries of State and served on the Executive Committee of the Council of State Governments.

Before his election as Secretary of State, Gwadosky served 18 years in the Maine House of Representatives, including a term as Speaker.

A native of Fairfield, Maine, Gwadosky holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and a Master's degree in Computer Technology from Thomas College. He and his wife Cheryl reside in Augusta with their children, Joshua and Jessica.