Daniel Lavelle, President - Daniel is a 31-year old native Staten Islander from West Brighton. He is the Manager of the Citywide Call Center for the NYC Board of Elections. He is a shop steward for CWA 1183. He has been a member of YDRC for 13 years and has been a member of this Board for a number of years and he holds an at-large position on the executive board of the Democratic County Committee of Richmond. He also belongs to SIDA and the Gaeta Democratic club. Danny and his wife Stefanie have a beautiful daughter Julia and are expecting a child this summer. 

Julienne Verdi, Vice President- Julienne is a 21 year old senior at CUNY Hunter College. She is in the Thomas Hunter Honors Program, majoring in Political Science with a minor in English. Julienne is the Chair of the Youth Committee of the Democratic Committee of Richmond County, Co-Chair of the New York State Women's Caucus, and the Chair/Founder of the Women's Committee of the Young Democrats of Richmond County. Since first becoming involved in politics in 2004, Julienne has worked as a consultant for several political campaigns and pro-choice groups. In the Fall of 2007, she interned in the Washington D.C. Office of Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney and is currently employed as a Researcher for a member of the NYS Assembly. Julienne is passionate about politics and reproductive justice. In her spare time, Julienne enjoys writing, visiting her family in Italy, and cheering on her favorite teams: the Miami Dolphins and the New York Yankees.

Tom Payero, Secretary - Thomas is a 18 year old freshmen at St. John's University. He is the former Political Advancement Chair. He has been working on political campaigns since he was fourteen years old. When not arguing with friends about issues local and national, he enjoys playing baseball, bowling, and watching the best team in the world, The METS!!!!

Matt Burdge, Treasurer

Keith Parascandola, Immediate Past President - Keith is a 25-year-old lifelong Staten Islander who currently resides in Westerleigh. Keith is employed as Chief of Staff for NYS Assemblymember Matthew Titone and is a member of the Democratic County Committee, Staten Island Democratic Association, and Anthony Gaeta Democratic Club. Keith graduated from The College of Staten Island with a double major in Political Science and History. In his spare time Keith enjoys reading, traveling and playing music.

Craig Schlanger - Craig is a 28-year old lifelong South Shore resident.  He graduated SUNY Stony Brook in 2000 where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.  Craig, was a candidate for 51st District in the New York City Council in 2005. He currently works as an Early Intervention Service Coordinator.  Craig is affiliated with the Staten Island Democratic Association, and the Democratic Committee of Richmond County.

Amy Lavelle - Amy, a 27-year-old, third-generation native Staten Islander from New Brighton, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from Seton Hall University and is a graduate of Curtis High School. Amy is married to John F. Lavelle, and recently joined the staff of NYC Councilman Vincent Gentile. She enjoys spending time with John, his sons, her family and friends; photography and graphic design; working on political campaigns; traveling; and watching the New York Yankees, New York Giants and New Jersey Devils.

Phillip Maravolo, - Philip is a 28-year old native Staten Islander who currently works for Assemblyman Michael Cusick.  He is also a member of Democratic County Committee, where he recently stepped down as one of the youngest district leaders in NY State.  Philip  has worked on many campaigns on all levels of government.  When not working on a campaign or attending events for Assemblyman Cusick, he enjoys golfing, playing cards, darts, or catching up with friends.

Carlos Payero