Doug Trussler
CA
Doug Trussler co-founded the investment firm Bison Capital and has spent 35 years in private equity; he also volunteers as an AYSO coach and board member. He wants audits of city-funded nonprofits and 3,000 to 5,000 new homes downtown.
Track record
Track record — General
General · 4 records
Was endorsed for Santa Monica City Council by the Board of Northeast Neighbors.
September 16, 2026
Source: smdp.com
Was endorsed for Santa Monica City Council by the city's firefighter and police officer unions.
September 15, 2026
Source: smdp.com
Was endorsed for Santa Monica City Council by the hotel workers union UNITE HERE Local 11.
September 10, 2026
Source: smdp.com
Joined the board of auto parts maker Motorcar Parts of America after his firm, Bison Capital, bought $32 million of the company's convertible notes.
March 31, 2023
Source: sec.gov
Past race Doug Trussler ran in:
- Member of the City Council, City of Santa Monica · November 3, 2026 · Santa Monica city, California