Andrew Beck

Andrew "Andy" Beck is the Democratic nominee for Wisconsin's 5th District. A Milwaukee native who lives in West Bend, he has worked in hotel management and in sales and management roles in the health care technology industry, and has a background as an MRI technologist. This is his first run for public office; his campaign priorities include lowering prescription drug costs, expanding affordable health care, increasing housing construction and protecting democracy.[1][2][3]

Beck was born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and graduated from Washington High School after attending Milwaukee Public Schools, according to his announcement and Ballotpedia survey.[1][2] He earned a bachelor's degree in hospitality management from the University of Wisconsin-Stout (1990, per Ballotpedia), a certificate in radiologic technology from the Froedtert School of Radiologic Technology, and an MBA from Cardinal Stritch University (2001, per Ballotpedia).[1][2]

According to his campaign announcement, Beck held management roles at Hilton Hotels, GE Healthcare and Hologic, and Ballotpedia lists his career experience as sales manager and MRI technologist.[1][2] He describes himself as a healthcare professional and business leader, and as the son of Wisconsin's union movement.[3]

Beck lives in West Bend and has lived in the 5th District for over 20 years, according to the Watertown Daily Times.[2] He announced his candidacy in October 2025 as his first run for public office, and became the Democratic nominee after fellow Democrat Ben Steinhoff withdrew.[4][2]

Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21.