At our Annual Membership Meeting on March 7, 2026 at the Mayflower Hotel, the membership of the United States Senate Youth Alumni Association officially elected a new Board of Directors for the 2026-2028 term.
The United States Senate Youth Alumni Association is governed by a Board of Directors, elected in even-numbered years by a vote of the general membership to serve two-year terms. With the exception of the President, all Board members are directly elected and assume office upon election. The member elected President-Elect serves two years in that role, and then succeeds to the presidency at the next election for the following two-year term.
The Board of Directors meets monthly via videoconference, at 8pm Eastern on the second Tuesday of the month. Any member of the USSYAA can join a Board meeting at this link.
For the term starting in March 2026 and ending in March 2028, the Board of Directors of the United States Senate Youth Alumni Association includes the following members:
The USSYAA Board of Directors is also divided into committees. Most of the work our Directors contribute to projects, programs and Board-directed initiatives happens in committee settings, rather than at the monthly Board meetings. To observe or participate in a committee meeting, please contact the chairperson of that committee.
Standing Committees
The Communications Committee
Nicole Fintel, Director of Communications, Chair
Focus: Maintaining avenues of communication among USSYAA members
The Alumni Programs Committee
Erica Wozniak, Director of Alumni Programs, Chair
Focus: Administering alumni programs and financial assistance for members, including scholarships and stipends
The Program Support Committee
Steven Stacey, Liaison Officer, Chair
Focus: Supporting the United States Senate Youth Program
The Finance and Investment Committee
David Zavadsky, Treasurer, Chair
Focus: Maintaining the finances, investments and budget of the USSYAA
Special Committees
The Engagement & Contributions Committee
Ryan Gavin, President, Chair
Focus: Financial support from our general membership to grow program offerings
The Alumni Weekend Planning Committee
Aaron Cross, President-Elect, Chair
Focus: Planning our annual Alumni Weekend events in Washington, and recommending award recipients to the Board
The Regional Events Committee
Regional Directors, Chairs
Focus: Planning and presenting events outside of the National Capital region throughout the year
The Organizational Oversight Committee
Jack Perenick, Parliamentarian, Chair
Focus: Reviewing the organization’s operations and procedures, and suggesting amendments to the USSYAA By-Laws
Read more about our new President, Ryan Gavin (ME-2009) here.
