Endorse Steve Nardi
for DA International Vice-Chair

Dear DPCA Colleagues,

I've worked alongside Steve Nardi since his first DA volunteer activity in 2012 and enthusiastically endorse him for International Vice Chair of the DPCA. Steve's commitment to inclusivity and valuing every member's voice is unparalleled. In addition, he consistently seeks solutions and compromises, collaborating with integrity and respect to achieve our goals.

Steve's dedication is evident in his tireless work ethic and willingness to take on any responsibility. His entrepreneurial skills were instrumental in establishing a successful campaign office in Toronto, showcasing his organizational prowess and innovative thinking.

As a skilled listener, Steve approaches discussions with empathy and thoughtfulness, delving into the background and history of issues and ensuring well-informed decisions. In addition, he fearlessly tackles challenges, including leading CA through a successfully reimagined GOTV strategy during the pandemic.

His election as the first LGBTQ+ Vice Chair of the DPCA, alongside Martha McDevitt-Pugh as the first LGBTQ+ Chair, would be a historical testament to DA's commitment to inclusivity.

With Steve as Intl Vice Chair, I'm confident he can lead and bring about positive change. DA will continue to thrive and grow under his guidance. So let us proudly support Steve Nardi for Intl Vice Chair, knowing he will tirelessly advocate for our organization and its members.

Democratically yours,

Julie Buchanan, 

DPCA Voting Rep

Past Executive Vice-Chair, Past Co-Vice Chair, DA Canada

Past Chapter Chair, DA Canada-Toronto

I am pleased and honored to be able to provide my endorsement of Steve Nardi to be the next International Vice-Chair for Democrats Abroad.

Experience is a good thing. In DA we need leaders who have both experiences, and the ability to use that experience to find innovations that will open up new opportunities for the organization. Steve’s years of experience in DA – from the local, to the country level, to the International levels – means that he understands the full range of issues that face our organization.

I believe that Steve will be a strong – and when necessary, independent – Vice-Chair who can be both a trusted advisor to the Chair and someone who can provide corrective perspectives and an occasional counter-point to the Chair – which will make for a stronger leadership team.

I believe that Steve shares with me a vision of how this organization can be better, and can do more to reach voters – particularly if we make more effective use of data and technology. As Vice-Chair Steve Nardi will be a strong advocate for:

• supporting our data acquisition from State Parties;

• sustaining and expanding our technical infrastructure – including preserving and improving our DA Wiki Knowledge Management platform;

• further investing in new innovative technologies and resources that will make us a more effective organization.

Steve and I will probably not always agree on every issue within DA, but I do know that Steve is someone with whom I can have an honest and informed discussion, and that through those conversations we will both be able to better serve DA.

I know that Steve is also driven by a deep-seated sense of commitment to justice and doing good, to helping and caring for others, and for society at large. I deeply respect that he is able to show the emotional sensitivity that reflects that care and the underlying motivations that drive his efforts to bring about change.

I look forward to working with Steve as our next Democrats Abroad International Vice-Chair.

– Merrill Oates

Vice-Chair DA-Hungary

DA Data and Analytics Director

Deputy Chair, DA IT Team

Former Regional Vice-Chair, EMEA Region

Endorsement for Steve Nardi for International Vice Chair of Democrats Abroad

I am thrilled to endorse Steve Nardi for Vice Chair of Democrats Abroad.

From the very first conversation I had with Steve when we both were elected CC chairs in the aftermath of the 2016 election, it was clear I was speaking with an exceptional leader – a strategic thinker, a problem solver, a person who inspires everyone who comes into his orbit.

In these conversations, we would compare notes about the challenges we faced as new chairs. As if we were sailing the ocean that lies between us, we spent some time in each conversation “iceberg spotting” – trying to see, and avoid, the obstacles ahead before they hit. I always left a conversation with Steve feeling energized and rejuvenated.

Whenever Steve talks about volunteers, there is genuine excitement in his voice. Steve believes that grass-roots activism is what makes DA successful. As chair, he empowered volunteers across Canada. Just call Steve and ask about volunteers, and you’ll hear that excitement too.

We keep learning from each other. DAUK’s campaign office model informed  Canada’s efforts in 2018, while Steve’s volunteer and chapter management techniques transformed my views. We are both invested in the other’s success. This exemplifies what Steve will bring as Vice Chair of Democrats Abroad.

With Steve, we will all succeed together, lifting each other up as we give it our all to win in 2024.

Steve comes with my highest recommendation and I urge you to vote for him for Vice Chair.

Inge Kjemtrup

DAUK Chair (2017-21)

DAUK DPCA representative (2021-present)

 ECCC steering committee

I am delighted to wholeheartedly endorse Steve Nardi for International Vice Chair of Democrats Abroad.

We first met while I was working on the DA Global Ad campaigns in 2020. Steve was then the Canada Chapter Chair. Canada is one of the two most important locations for the Americans we try to reach and inform via Digital Outreach. It was very clear, very quickly, that Steve understood the goals and the challenges necessary to overcome.

Our more recent interactions have shown that Steve understands what lies ahead of us in 2024 and has a clear plan on how to move forward.

Chris Reilly

Chapter Chair, DA Spain-Barcelona 2019 – 2023

DPCA Voting Representative 2021 –

Global Digital Ad Team 2020, 2022

Dear DPCA Colleagues,

It gives me great pleasure to endorse Steve Nardi of DA Canada for the Democrats Abroad office of International Vice Chair.

I met Steve for the first time in 2016 when we were both attending the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. He immediately impressed me! Who is this sparkling ball of energy with the curly blonde hair!?! He was everywhere; helping to organize our group meetings, sharing information about logistics, distributing materials and bringing relief to our ongoing transport challenges with his deep and infectious laugh. He made a great first impression and I was delighted to hear that he’d been elected as chair of DA Canada.

As Chair of DA Canada, amongst his many other leadership successes, Steve pioneered the introduction of a tax-based webinar series for members on a wide range of related topics. His innovation gave rise to DA’s institutionalized tax information webinars which are not only valued by members in need of tax support but also valued as reliable fundraisers. We have Steve to thank for this remarkable innovation.

Steve’s not only a thoughtful, innovative and insightful leader, he is also kind, engaging and a lot of fun. We will be very well served having someone with Steve’s wonderful bundle of skills, knowledge and personal traits on the ExCom and providing support, advice and camaraderie to our next International Chair.

I look forward to casting my vote for Steve for International Vice Chair on June 11th.

Respectfully,

Carmelan Polce

DA Australia Voting Rep

Chair, DA Australia, 

VC, DA Australia

Chair, DA Lion City

Chair, DA Tax Task Force

Asia Pac Reg Vice Chair