Born and raised in Florida, Chris joined the GAC team after most recently serving as the Call Time Manager for Sarah Godlewski’s Senate campaign. Citing his experiences organizing and in a previous role where he helped facilitate the teaching and placement of political neophytes on campaigns across the country, Chris is driven by his want to see the most equitable world possible. Chris is a graduate of Wake Forest University, where he double majored in History and Economics, while balancing life as a student-athlete on the football team.

EDUCATION
B.A., Economics and History, Wake Forest University

WHAT EXCITES CHRIS?
- Karaoke
- His sport fandoms (Tampa Bay Bucs/Rays and Chicago Cubs specifically)
- Exploring National Parks

Grayson is a Southern California native who is passionate about uplifting progressive candidates and powering grassroots movements. She specializes in digital fundraising and has years of experience spearheading email programs for Democratic organizations and Congressional PACs. Previously, she led a team of digital strategists at a Washington, D.C. digital firm. She enjoys warm weather, (real) Mexican food, and curating Spotify playlists to match her mood.

EDUCATION
B.A. Political Science, Comparative Politics Emphasis, University of California, Santa Barbara

WHAT EXCITES GRAYSON?
EOM and EOQ hauls
The "Los Angeles" Chargers (Still San Diego in my heart)
Styling a sweet fit
Catching the metro right before it arrives

Eliana is a New York native who joined the Grassroots Analytics team following experience at Washington, D.C. digital firms. She got her start doing grassroots campaign work for local Chicago elections. Now, she specializes in digital fundraising and is excited to use that experience to elect progressive candidates across the country at the local, state, and federal levels.

EDUCATION
B.S., Learning and Organizational Change, Political Science, Northwestern University

WHAT EXCITES ELIANA?
Chicago Sports
Reading
Tacos

Danny has served as CEO and Chairman of Grassroots Analytics since 2020. He manages GA's industry leading progressive consumer database and oversees GA's numerous investments. Previously, Danny founded Grassroots Analytics Campaigns in 2016, and provided data-driven strategy to hundreds of Democratic campaigns, multiple Presidential campaigns, and more than 50 members of Congress.

Sarah Elizabeth joined GA in early 2018, when it was still somewhat in its infancy; she has enjoyed not only watching GA thrive, but takes pride in having been a part of that growth from the early onset. As someone who spent her formative years in red states, Sarah Elizabeth believes strongly in the importance of representative government, and looks forward to seeing GA continue to aid in making that a reality. A graduate of UVA's McIntire School of Commerce, Sarah Elizabeth believes that a small team is all that's necessary to be a strong catalyst for change.

Raised in the mountains of central Vermont, Zach grew up with a strong passion for understanding and building technology. After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania, he began a career at Bridgewater Associates implementing a platform for the world's biggest investors to achieve their investment goals. He's excited to help Grassroots Analytics grow into the future.

Claire’s love of storytelling, writing, and politics led her to join Grassroots Analytics ahead of the 2022 midterm elections. Fond of red to blue flips, supporting candidates as diverse as the constituents they represent, and dismantling political systems that favor a conservative majority,

Claire is excited to grow Grassroots Analytics’ reputation as the leading fundraising firm for progressive campaigns, causes, and organizations.

EDUCATION
B.A., Art History; English Minor, Oberlin College

WHAT EXCITES CLAIRE?
North Carolina BBQ
Racial, Social, and Economic Justice
Nancy Meyers Set Design
Wikipedia Rabbit Holes

Mark A. Lancaster was named General Counsel for Grassroots Analytics in June 2022. As chief legal officer and chief legal compliance officer, Mark oversees GA’s legal affairs, including labor and employment law, corporate governance, litigation, internal audit, mergers and acquisitions, corporate compliance, and regulatory compliance.

For the bulk of his career, Mark has stood in solidarity with underrepresented and underserved individuals from all walks of life. Mark has a keen interest in advocating for those who advocate on behalf of those who too often go unheard. Undergirding this desire is Mark’s extensive experience providing advice in real time regarding employment law, privacy issues and corporate governance matters to both for-profit entities and nonprofit organizations throughout the country. He also has significant experience as a successful civil litigator from his time as an Associate with Sandler Reiff, and Assistant General Counsel with the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency and Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia where he served as a dedicated and hard-working litigator and advisor with first chair experience in all phases of litigation from pretrial motions and discovery through hearing and/or settlement. Mark brings a proven track record of providing solid legal advice to senior management on a variety of complex corporate matters pertaining to mission critical programs and operations in his prior roles.

As an Associate, Mark primarily served as a nonprofit advisor at a law firm located in DC where they fought strenuously for clients who were and are committed to core progressive values such as equal rights and justice for all. He also advised federal, state, local candidates, campaigns, and state parties on state and federal campaign finance and election laws. He advised for-profit and nonprofit organizations on formation, corporate governance issue; and for the nonprofit entities, on securing and maintaining tax-exempt status as either a 501(c)(3) or a 501(c)(4). During this time, he also provided legal advice on a range of day-to-day personnel matters, including but not limited to employment agreements and policies, while providing counsel to clients on harassment, disciplinary actions, labor management relations, workplace investigations, wrongful terminations, and employment discrimination issues in various juridictions.

Mark has development and facilitated ethics training for employees of both private and government employers. During his time with the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA) and Pretrial Services Agency (PSA) for the District of Columbia in their Office of General Counsel, Mark advised executive leadership, staff, and external stakeholders on ethics, federal employment laws and regulations, and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) litigation.

As a law student, Mark served as a law clerk for the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia, in its National Security Section and for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Honors Law Clerk program, in its Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance while attending the University of Baltimore School of Law. During law school, he also served as a law clerk for the University of Maryland’s Medical System in its Office of General Counsel where he focused on resolving procurement matters and resolving employment and labor issues.

A proud Maryland native, Mark earned his bachelor’s degree from the Morgan State University Honors Program with a B.S. in Psychology, and his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law. Mark currently serves as a member of the board of directors for the Maryland Coalition of Families, which is a nonprofit organization that facilitates accessibility to mental health resources for Maryland residents.

Mark is a member of the bars of the state of Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Before joining Grassroots, Destiny served as the Call Time Manager and Campaign Coordinator on Moe Brown’s Campaign for Congress. She specializes in formulating fundraising strategies for first-time candidates, curating fine-tuned donor universes, and has insight into successful fundraising approaches during the COVID-19 pandemic. She is eager to merge her passions of campaign finance, research, advocacy, and data science to empower candidates and organizations who value people and communities first.

Owen is a current undergraduate student at the University of Maryland. Studying both Political and Data Sciences, Owen hopes to integrate his knowledge of statistics and politics in order to assist progressive campaigns around the country. Prior to this internship, Owen worked for Maryland State Senator Ronald Young as a legislative aide. He has also worked extensively as an aid in the Maryland Senate.

WHAT EXCITES OWEN?
Seeing Progressive Victories
Drug Policy Reform
Music History
Travel

Clark Henderson (he/they) is a recent graduate of the University of Georgia where he received a Bachelor of Arts in political science. Clark is passionate about working to get progressive candidates elected across the country, especially in the south. Growing up in rural South Georgia, Clark is hyper aware of the issues facing communities like his hometown of Statesboro, Georgia and believes that enacting progressive policies in these areas has the potential to create more equitable communities for everyone!

Liam Hogenkamp was born and raised in Colorado, just finished his freshman year at Creighton University in Nebraska. He plans to major in Computer Science and Financial Technology, which stems from his desire to interpret patterns in the world around him. Liam is looking forward to applying his knowledge of algorithms and technology to a political platform that he believes can make a difference.

Hannah McAnespie is a Lowell, Massachusetts native. She is entering her senior year at the Catholic University of America in Washington D.C. She enjoys coffee, sushi, and time outdoors. She also loves exploring D.C and finding new bars and restaurants to try around the city.

Camila is a Florida native pursuing a Bachelors in International Affairs with a minor in Public Administration at Florida State University. Camila is deeply passionate about making connections, community outreach, and public service. Prior to GAC, Camila worked at the International Rescue Committee as a Refugee Resettlement intern. To raise resources for the large influx of refugees in Tallahassee, Camila partnered with her fraternity, Phi Alpha Delta, to organize donation drives across campus. She has also had the opportunity to intern for House Representative Dan Daley and EPGD Business Law. Camila is excited to join GAC, and contribute her skills to provide progressive campaigns support for the upcoming midterm elections!

WHAT EXCITES CAMILA?
Travel
The beach
Reading on a rainy night
Studio Ghibli films

Ingrid is an Ohio native pursuing a bachelors in political science and economics with a minor in data science at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. She got her start in local politics during her freshman year by working on voter issues through her school's civic engagement office and has since volunteered on multiple campaigns. Her passion for political campaigns was solidified after completing the Finance Track at Arena Academy in February of 2022. Ingrid is so excited to work for a company that not only has progressive values but helps elect progressive leaders, especially during a moment when fundamental rights are under attack.

WHAT EXCITES INGRID?
- Backpacking & the outdoors
- Playing intramural sports
- The NYT spelling bee & daily mini

Ariyana is a native Virginia Beachian who has joined the Grassroots team after serving as an intern for four Democratic political campaigns from 2020-2022 – two being in Maryland, and two in Virginia. Ariyana is currently an undergraduate student at Frostburg State University located in Frostburg, Maryland, where she will graduate with a degree in Political Science and as a two-term Student Body President. Ariyana is also in her third year as President of the Frostburg NAACP Chapter and third year as the 2nd Vice President for the Virginia Beach City NAACP Chapter. Ariyana is passionate about advocating for change for marginalized groups, being a voice of change, and looks forward to helping Democrats win!

Catrina is a California native currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in sociology with a minor in classics at Occidental College in Los Angeles. While at school, she works as a research assistant for a sociology professor, collecting data on how sexual violence victims pursue justice through civil cases. Prior to joining Grassroots, she worked for multiple southern California congressional campaigns on both finance and field teams. She also interned in Julia Brownley’s district office. Catrina is passionate about electing more women to office, climate change, and drug reform.