Our Board of Directors
The Board of Directors for the Treasure Coast Young Republicans serves as the governing body responsible for guiding the club's activities, setting its direction, and ensuring its adherence to its mission and values.
Treasure Coast Young Republicans is a chartered member of the Florida Young Republicans. The Florida YRs are chartered through the Republican National Committee and the Young Republican National Federation.
Doug Mustapick
President
Amanda Geller
Vice President
Amanda was born in Michigan but has been in South Florida most of her life. She has been a St Lucie County resident since 2004, and a Real Estate Broker licensed since 2013.
Amanda is passionate about educating young Republicans and helping them to get involved, build connections, and make a difference in the community!
Amanda currently serves as the Vice Chair of the Treasure Coast Regional Government Affairs Committee at the local Real Estate Association as well as the City of Fort Pierce CRA.
Nate Zajac
Treasurer
Nate has grown up on the Treasure Coast, and calls Fort Pierce home. Nate, along with serving as the Treasurer for TCYR, serves at the President of the Fort Pierce Westwood FFA Alumni. Nate works as a Director of Agriculture for a sugarcane and rice grower in South Florida.
Nate joined TCYR to help others discover what conservatism is all about. He is a passionate about preserving Florida’s agriculture and preventing children from indoctrination.
Fun Facts
2026 Candidate for St Lucie School Board District 1
His Golden Retriever is a Republican
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Costco Executive Member
Mary Mustapick
Secretary
Mary Player
Director of Membership
Mary was born and raised in Fort Pierce, Florida where she currently still resides with her husband and two children.
Being a third generation St Lucie native and married to a sixth generation St Lucie native, Mary is extremely passionate about growing the young Republican community of the Treasure Coast.
While being a mother to two young boys, Mary understands the importance of instilling traditional, conservative values to the younger generations of the Treasure Coast.
Tara Bonna
Director of Communications
Open Position
Director of Political Action
Open Position
Director of Fundraising
The Responsibility of the Board:
Strategic Planning: Developing long-term goals and strategies for the club's growth and impact within the community and the political sphere.
Financial Oversight: Managing the club's finances, including budgeting, fundraising efforts, and financial reporting.
Policy Development: Formulating the club's stance on political issues, endorsing candidates, and advocating for causes aligned with conservative values.
Membership Engagement: Encouraging active participation from club members, organizing events, and fostering a sense of community among young Republicans.
Outreach and Networking: Building relationships with other political organizations, community leaders, and potential supporters to expand the club's influence and reach.
Public Relations: Representing the club in the media, promoting its activities, and effectively communicating its message to the public.
Compliance and Governance: Ensuring that the club operates in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, and its own bylaws. This includes overseeing elections, maintaining records, and conducting meetings in a transparent manner.
Leadership Development: Identifying and nurturing emerging leaders within the club, providing mentorship, and creating opportunities for members to develop their skills and abilities.
Overall, the Board of Directors plays a crucial role in shaping the direction and impact of the Treasure Coast Young Republicans, working together with the members to advance its mission and support the interests of young conservatives in their community and beyond!
Current Member-Candidates
James Clasby
St Lucie County Commission District 1 Candidate
“I am running for office because I believe our county deserves a new, authentic, educated, and experienced voice. I will fight to keep taxes low, take steps to make SLC the cleanest county in Florida, make improving infrastructure a priority, and support our first responders to make SLC an even safer place to live, work, and play. It is time for a change in District 1. When elected I will be the most accessible commissioner this county has ever seen. I will be a valuable asset to all county residents and a natural fit on the current board to help lead St. Lucie County into the future.”
Michael Syrkus
Martin County Commission District 5 Candidate
Michael’s priorities are simple:
Fiscal Stability
“We cannot keep spending beyond our means. With debt high and savings low, is it any wonder why the commission raises our taxes yearly?”
Stop Special Exemptions to our Building Codes
“The continued special development outside the USB is destroying natural habitats, ruining quality of life and erasing our community heritage. It must end.”
Develop the Next Generation of Leaders
“I refuse to spend more than 8 years on the BoCC. Term limits are essential, so WE MUST develop a new crop of public servants to carry our mission forward.”
Current Elected Members
Anthony Bonna
City of Port St Lucie Councilman
Anthony serves on the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council, the St. Lucie County Homelessness Task Force, PSL Opioid Task Force, and the PSL Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. Anthony describes the greatest joy of public service as helping seniors, veterans, small businesses, and taxpayers cut through government red tape. He prides himself on accessibility and citizens are encouraged to reach out via phone, text, or email if he can be helpful in any way.
Anthony Bonna is passionate about community involvement. He currently serves on the boards of the St. Lucie County Education Foundation (Vice Chairman), Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee Counties, and the St. Lucie County Landlord Association. He is an active member of the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Knights of Columbus (4th Degree ), Rotary Club of Port St. Lucie (Past Secretary), and St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce (Past Board Member, Leadership Class 34.) He also interviews prospective students for his alma mater, Georgetown University.
Past Member Candidates
James Taylor III
Fort Pierce City Commission District 3 Candidate
James’ Priorities:
City Beautification
A beautiful city reflects the values and aspirations of its residents, shaping its identity and fostering sustainable development for future generations. That’s why it’s a top priority for me.
Core City Functions
Well-maintained infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, and public transportation systems, facilitates efficient movement of people and and enhances economic productivity. Regular maintenance of our public spaces like parks, sidewalks, and recreational areas elevates our standard of living in these times of rapid growth for our city.
Safety
I’m committed to fully funding our police department to ensure they have the resources, tools, and staff to protect our city.
Our Businesses
Our small business owners are the lifeblood of our city and the driving force behind the revitalization of our downtown and greater Fort Pierce Area. I’m committed to supporting our business owners to keep them thriving by supporting pro-business policies and giving them a seat at the table.
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