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Dave Seeman
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Dave Seeman is a candidate in the 2026 Tennessee gubernatorial election 3. He has identified himself as a mechanical engineer and co-owner of a web startup, citing his background in engineering, technical sales, and marketing 4. Seeman is also featured in the Energy Mentor Network program through the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council 5.
The 2026 gubernatorial race follows the term limitation of incumbent Republican Governor Bill Lee 3. The filing deadline for candidates was March 10, 2026, and Seeman's name appears on the candidate lists published by the Tennessee Secretary of State as of late March 2026 2. The general election is scheduled for November 3, 2026 3.
Background and education
Dave Seeman is a mechanical engineer and entrepreneur who has worked in engineering, technical sales, and marketing at both large corporations and startups 4. He studied mechanical engineering with the initial goal of becoming a design engineer, though he developed an interest in the full product development lifecycle during his studies 4. Seeman eventually founded a web startup, a venture he credits with teaching him essential lessons about business and innovation 4.
He is currently recognized as a co-owner and mechanical engineer based in Nashville 4. In addition to his entrepreneurial work, Seeman serves as a mentor within the Energy Mentor Network program offered by the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council, where he provides industry-specific expertise 5.
Specific details regarding Seeman's birthplace, year of birth, upbringing, religious affiliation, or specific degrees earned are not provided in the available sources.
Career
Dave Seeman is a mechanical engineer and co-owner based in Nashville 4. He studied mechanical engineering with the goal of becoming a design engineer, but developed an interest in the full product development lifecycle 4. His professional experience spans engineering, technical sales, and marketing roles at both large corporations and startups 4.
Seeman founded a web startup, a venture he credits with teaching him essential lessons about business operations 4. He is also involved with the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council, where he serves as a mentor in the organization's Energy Mentor Network program 5.
Office history
Seeman is running for Governor of Tennessee in the 2026 election 1. The general election is scheduled for November 3, 2026, following a primary on August 6, 2026 3. As of May 2026, Seeman has qualified as a candidate for this office 2. He is one of several candidates in the race, which follows the term limitation of incumbent Governor Bill Lee 3.
Sources
Public filings
Candidates and officeholders are required by law to file campaign finance reports and statements of economic interest. The sites below don't support direct links to an individual record — search by last name on each.
Tennessee — campaign finance (search)
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State offices (Governor, TN Senate, TN House, State Executive Committee, statewide judiciary) —
Tennessee Registry of Election Finance.
Click Search for Candidates and PACs, enter last name “Seeman”, and submit.
US House, US Senate, and Presidential candidates file with the FEC — see the federal section below. - County and municipal offices (County Mayor, Commissioner, Sheriff, School Board, court clerks, municipal alderman, etc.) — most major TN counties use the EasyVote portal. Select the relevant county and search by candidate name (“Seeman”).
Tennessee — statement of interest
- Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last name “Seeman”and, if needed, select the applicable position.