Mary formerly served as the Chair of the Iowa Federation of College Republicans, and has been chair of the Iowa YRs since the summer of 2023. She is passionate about helping young members of the party find their voice and their people.

Rebecca has been employed in many political groups, leading efforts across western Iowa to engage activists, inform voters, and recruit volunteers to drive meaningful change. She excels at mobilizing grassroots’ support to advance policy initiatives and strengthen local communities. As IFYR Events Director, she has put countless hours into hosting wonderful, efficient events for the YRs.

Owen first got involved in Republican politics at 15, volunteering to knock doors. He has been active since and currently serves on the Scott County GOP central committee, as well as serving as Chair of the Quad Cities Chapter. A fun fact about Owen is that he loves to camp. 

Northwest Iowa native Chandler Todd is active in the political arena and currently serves on the Woodbury County GOP Committee. Chandler is proud to see the growth and success of the YRs and is excited to help make an impact.

Jacob is currently Field Director for Feenstra for Governor. Additionally, he serves as Vice Chair of the Northwest Chapter. A fun fact about Jacob is that he was at the first Trump rally in 2015.

Addie is currently the Campaign Manager for Congresswoman Ashley Hinson. Before this, she was the Digital Director for Senator Ron Johnson’s campaign. She is a member of the Eastern chapter and the Five Seasons Republican Women. A fun fact about Addie is that she has lived in 4 states in the last 4 years.

Caleb has been active in Republican Politics for over 11 years and has been engaged in the Young Republicans for 6 years. He has countless volunteer hours helping the Republican movement at every level of Iowa politics, including currently serving on the Polk County GOP Central Committee, and is committed in getting more young people involved in the conservative movement.

Caleb is currently a student at Drake Law School. He is the former IFYR National Committeeman and a former field staffer for multiple Iowa Legislature races in northwest Iowa. A fun fact about Caleb is that he once said “Play Ball!” at a Cubs game.

Rob is Director of Grassroots Operations at AFP Iowa. He has been very involved in politics through his job, his involvement with his local Central Committee, and the Young Republicans. A fun fact about Rob is that he is a 5th-generation Iowan and has lived in NE Iowa his entire life, but he has never watched Field of Dreams.

Dustin is Director of Grassroots Operations at AFP Iowa. He formerly worked for Rand Paul. A fun fact about Dustin is that every time he tries to make healthy decisions like making a salad, something goes wrong, and it ends up becoming pizza.

Emmy is employed as an Adjunct Professor and her political involvement includes various roles such as: Story County GOP Events Chair & Central Committee Member, Iowa FRW Rising Republicans Committee Member & RWCI member. She is the former Iowa YR National Committeewoman, Former AFP Grassroots Engagement Director, and the founding Chair of the Northeast Chapter. A fun fact about Emmy is that she loves to try new recipes.

Elijah is a Serial Entrepreneur who also serves as the Chair of the Mitchell County GOP and as an Executive Committeeman of the BRPP PAC. He has also been a Political Marketing and PR Advisor to several campaigns. A fun fact about Elijah is that he is a 7th Generation Iowan! His family has had a presence in Northern Iowa for 155 years.

Gavin is currently a Grassroots Coordinator for AFP Iowa. His political involvement outside of YRs includes being a Dubuque County central committee member. A fun fact about Gavin is that he is a member of a World champion BBQ team.

Garrett is currently a Secondary History Teacher. He formerly worked as the Regional Director for Senator Grassley and the Regional Director for the Never Back Down PAC supporting DeSantis. His other political involvement includes being a Team Lead for the Faith and Freedom Coalition and being a Woodbury County Central Committee member. A fun fact about Garrett is that he is a choir and bell choir director at Faith United Presbyterian in Sioux City.

Ryan is an Account Coordinator with LS2 Group and recently worked as a Field Director for the 3rd closest congressional race in the nation. He is the former IFYR National Committeeman and a former Henry County GOP member. Ryan has traveled on multi-week deployments to elect YRs in different states. A fun fact about Ryan is that he used to be the youngest elected official in Iowa after he was elected to fill a township board vacancy in 2022.

Carter is a student at Iowa State University and Legislative Clerk for State Representative Derek Wulf. Along with Chairing the Southern Chapter, his political involvement includes being a member of the Wayne County GOP Central Committee. A fun fact about Carter is that he was on stage when the second Heartbeat Bill was signed.