VDP Executive Director Barnes announces staff changes

This week Vermont Democratic Party Executive Director Julia Barnes announced the hiring of two new staffers. The VDP has hired Nick Charyk as Political Director and Ryan Emerson as Party Outreach and Communications Director. During the 2012 cycle, Charyk headed the Vermont Democratic House Campaign Committee and Emerson managed State Treasurer Beth Pearce’s successful campaign.

“We’re happy to announce the hiring of two new members of the Vermont Democratic Party team. Both Nick and Ryan have extensive experience working on campaigns in Vermont and we expect them to contribute to our success moving forward. The VDP is pleased to continue its operations into this off-election year with a robust staff of professionals who will lay the foundation for continued success in 2014 and beyond,” said Barnes.