Recruit. Train. Elect.

Our mission as the Wisconsin Young Republicans (WIYR) is to promote the GOP, the Great Opportunity Party, as the viable path forward to more individual freedom and a chance to pursue your American Dream right here in Wisconsin.

Serving as the official chartered state federation of the Young Republican National Federation (YRNF), we provide our members 18-40 years of age a unique opportunity to meet government office holders, get involved in campaigns, and meet like-minded individuals to exchange ideas and build friendships that will last a lifetime.

Wisconsin Awarded 2021 Young Republican State Federation of the Year

Join other Young Republicans 18-40 years of age in the top State Federation in the nation. YRs in this state made over 3.2 million voter contacts to turnout Republicans in an incredible show of force. For all our efforts, we were nominated and awarded the “Big Cup” at the 2021 YRNF National Convention in Indy. We truly are leading the way NOW in the Republican Party!

As the premier gathering place of conservative young professionals in their 20s & 30s from various industries and backgrounds, we strive to provide new and current members with the ability to network with like-minded individuals, political knowledge, and an understanding of the issues of the day so we become more effective voters and members of our communities.

Our goal is to grow the number of active WIYR members who will continue to push positive results and build upon our proven track record of electing Republicans at the local, state, and national level. Join us today for just $20 to have a fun time, meet great people, and drive the change that will turn Wisconsin Red!

Our Executive Board

Kyle Schroeder, Chairman

**Residence:** Waukesha County
**Education:** *B.A. in Political Science & Communication, Carroll University*
**Occupation:** Insurance Agent
**Political involvement:** *YRNF Midwest Regional Vice Chair,* *Legislative Assistant in the Wisconsin State Senate, Deputy Political Director for Rebecca for Governor,* *WIYR National Committeeman & Secretary, Waukesha YR Chair, WI Trump Victory Regional Field Director, US Senate Campaign Intern, Carroll University College Republicans*

Benjamin
Garbedian,
Vice
Chair

**Residence:** Waukesha County
**Education:** B.A., Carroll University
**Occupation:** Political Director, Schimel for Justice
**Political involvement:** Waukesha Young Republicans Chair. Former public policy researcher and advocate. Worked and volunteered for dozens of campaigns including Rebecca for Governor, Severson for Sheriff, Farrow for County Executive, and Rettinger for Assembly.

Noah Strohm,
National
Committeeman

**Residence:** Racine County
**Education:** University of Wisconsin-Parkside - B.S.N.
**Occupation:** Registered Nurse, Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
**Political involvement:** *Chair, Racine-Kenosha YR Chapter; National Committee; Volunteer with RPW, Racine County GOP, Walworth County GOP, and Bryan Steil for Congress*

Reanna Rasmussen, National Committee-woman

**Residence:** Dane County
**Education:** UW-Eau Claire - B.A. in Public Relations & Spanish
**Occupation:** Marketing & Tech Sales at Advanced Fastening Supply
**Political involvement:** YRNF Social Media Team, Dane County GOP, Operations & Events Coordinator for Trump Campaign, RACC Campaign Manager, Youth/Women Coordinator for Trump Victory, Fmr. WICR Political Director, Fmr. UWEC CR Chair

Christina Nelson,
Finance Director

**Residence:** Dane County
**Education:** B.S. Biochemistry
**Occupation:** Policy Advisor in the Wisconsin State Senate
**Political involvement:** *Deputy Finance Director for Rebecca for Governor, WIYR Vice-Chair and Secretary, Campaign Manager for Horlacher for Judge, Melvin for Judge, Bonnie Lee for WI, and more.*

Evan **Hafenbreadl, Digital Director**

**Residence:** Dane County
**Education:** University of Wisconsin-Platteville
**Occupation:** Senior Account Executive
**Political involvement:** *Account Executive, Platform Communications, Policy Director, Wisconsin State Senate, Communications Director, Wisconsin State Senate, Research Assistant, Wisconsin State Assembly*

John Beauchamp Legislative Affairs Director

**Residence:** Jefferson County
**Education:** MBA, BBA - UW-Whitewater
**Occupation:** Communication Director, State Senator Dan Feyen
**Political involvement:** Jefferson County Republican Party Vice Chair, Jefferson County Young Republicans Chair, Young Republicans National Federation Social Media Director, RPW 5th District Treasurer, RPW Convention Credentials Committee, 2024 RNC Alternate Delegate, Former Wisconsin College Republicans Chair, Former UW-Whitewater College Republicans Chair, 2020 Wisconsin Trump Victory, Amy Loudenbeck for Secretary of State Campaign Coordinator

Anika Rickard,
Secretary/ Comms Director

**Residence:** Dane County
**Education:** B.A., Arizona State University
**Occupation:** Communications Director, Republican Party of Wisconsin
**Political involvement:** *Former MNYR Outreach Director, Deputy Executive Director for MNGOP, field staff for Jim for AG, Wisconsin Victory, MN Trump Victory, and more, and Policy Assistant for the MN Chamber of Commerce.*

Nik Rettinger,
YRNF Vice Chair/ Chairman Emeritus

**Residence:** Waukesha County
**Education:** University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee – B.A., Political Science & History Double Major, International Studies Minor
**Occupation:** Staff for State Senator Bradley, Small Business Owner
**Political Involvement:** 4th Vice Chair, Republican Party of Wisconsin State Executive Committee; Fmr Chairman, 1st Congressional District GOP; Fmr 1st Vice Chairman, Republican Party of Waukesha County; Chairman, Waukesha County Young Republicans; Campaign Manager, State Senate & County Board Campaigns; Intern, US Senator Ron Johnson; Intern, Republican Party of Wisconsin; Chairman, UW-Waukesha College Republicans; President, UW-Milwaukee & UW-Waukesha Student Governments

Alesha Guenther, Press Secretary

**Residence:** Dane County
**Education:** Marquette University Law School J.D. University of Wisconsin-Madison B.A.
**Occupation:** Marketing and Communications Director, Institute for Reforming Government
**Political involvement:** Worked in Republican Politics since 2016 including for the Republican Party of Wisconsin, Rebecca Kleefisch’s Campaign for Governor, and the Office of Senator Ron Johnson. Former Chairwoman of the Wisconsin Federation of College Republicans.

Trenton Kerbs, Club Development Director

**Residence:** Milwaukee County
**Education:** BBA, UW-Whitewater
**Occupation:** Political Director at Steil for Wisconsin, Field Representative with Congressman Bryan Steil
**Political involvement:** Current Jefferson County Young Republicans Vice Chair and UW-Whitewater College Republicans Alumni Association Executive Director. Former Chair, Treasurer, and Communications Director for UW-Whitewater College Republicans; Press Assistant with the Republican Party of Wisconsin; and Field Intern with the Trump Victory in 2020.

Our Chapters

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Dane County

Mathew Jansen, Chair

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North Woods

Marathon - Lincoln - Portage - Wood - Langlade

Landis Holdorf, chair

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Greater Fox Valley

Garrett Ostrom, Chair

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First Congressional District

Michael Hoffman, chair

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Greater Waukesha

Benjamin Garbedian, chair

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Greater Green Bay

William Terry, chair

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Milwaukee County

Carly Rishel, chair

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Washington County

Nolan Jackett, chair

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Fond du Lac County

Joe Raddish, Chair

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Jefferson County

John Beauchamp, Chair

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