Campaign Team
David is a proud second-generation NC State man. He studied political science and has worked on countless successful campaigns ranging from the local to federal level.
He has extensive experience in insurance and healthcare. David has also operated multiple security sites; training and supervising unarmed personnel. He enjoys giving back to his community through volunt
Sasha Duncan- Communications Director
Sasha is a Raleigh, NC native who has worked in politics since high school. She holds a degree in communications from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
She has served on the executive boards of both the Mecklenburg and Wake County Republican Party. She has also worked in two congressional campaigns and served as the Digital Director for the North C
David Lantrip- Technical Director
David is a software developer and amateur photographer. He holds a degree in civil engineering from North Carolina State University.
He was raised in Cary, NC and now resides in Apex. He previously served our community as a volunteer emergency medical technician.
David enjoys nature and woodworking. He is passionate about writing and developing innovative solutions
Tammy Yates, CPA- Finance Director
Tammy is a certified public accountant with over 30 years of professional experience. She previously founded and operated her own accounting business and currently is a supervisor at a multi-million dollar full service firm.
She earned a degree in accounting from North Carolina State University and enjoys Wolfpack athletics. She is a Cary native and life-long resid
S. Eli Brightbill- Field Director
Eli has an extensive grassroots political background. He's worked in various local and statewide campaigns alike.
He owns and operates an apparel and retail merchandise business, Lions General Store.
Eli has been active in Young Republicans and has held leadership positions in various civic organizations. He is a North Carolina native.
Eli can be reached at Eli@vo
Amanda Smith- Administrative Director
Amanda earned a BS degree from Barton College in criminal justice/criminology, a paralegal certificate from Meredith College, and a MA degree in new media journalism from Full Sail University where she earned the title of Valedictorian.
She is a former Deputy Clerk of Superior Court for Wake County. Currently, she works as a paralegal/legal assistant in family