Project Vote Smart

Jessica Arrigoni

Responsible for Vote Smart's National Board. Jessica has a master's in political science from Truman State University and formerly served as the Director of Vote Smart's National Political Awareness Test (now the Political Courage Test).

Richard Kimball

Responsible for fundraising and the integrity of Board-approved policies and standards. A graduate of the University of Arizona, Richard served on the staffs of Congressman Morris K. Udall, Senator Walter F. Mondale, and Senator Daniel P. Moynihan. He is also a former Arizona State Senator and Corporation Commissioner.

Kristen Vicedomini

Responsible for day-to-day oversight of all Vote Smart programs, staff, operations, facilities and administration. A graduate of New York University, Kristen previously led the organization's Political Courage Test department and Research department before being named National Director in 2010.

Adelaide Kimball

Responsible for Major Giver Development and Media. Adelaide is a graduate of the University of Texas and holds master's degrees in American history and library science from the University of Arizona. She is a former archivist for the Arizona Historical Society and has previously directed Vote Smart's National Political Awareness Test (now the Political Courage Test).

Ann Cannella

Responsible for coordinating office procedures, operations, and resources, managing the National Internship Program, and performing research and other tasks as requested by the National Director. Ann is a graduate of Fordham University and has previously worked as a community liaison for NYC Council-member Bill de Blasio and as assistant managing clerk at the law firm Nourse and Bowles.

Morgan Carstensen

Carly Griffin

Responsible for leading the Development and Communications Department which oversees all of the organization's fundraising and communication strategies. Originally from Nashville, Tenn., Carly graduated from Belmont University with a bachelor's in mass communications and has previously worked for the Nashville Area Red Cross and Canyonlands Field Institute.

Hannah Stewart

Responsible for assisting with the development and maintenance of the organization's communications activities including digital communications, traditional media outreach, message development and dissemination, and outreach support. Hannah received her master's in political science from the University of Glasgow, UK, and previously assisted with the communication efforts of the National Economic and Social Rights Initiative and Still Serving Veterans.

Ben Raker

Responsible for supporting membership services, assisting with the coordination of outreach programs, and supervising the citizen outreach program for Vote Smart Ambassadors. Originally from Brunswick, Maine, Ben is a graduate of Bard College and previously served as in intern with the organization in 2011.

Eric Henderson

Responsible for supporting membership services, assisting with the coordination of new and current outreach programs, and interfacing with public information and material requests. Eric is a graduate of the University of Tennessee and received his master's in psychology from the University of Western Georgia.

Steve Johnson

Responsible for building and equipment maintenance operation at our headquarters on the Great Divide Ranch. Originally from Whitefish, Mont., Steve brings with him 30 years of experience in the construction industry.

Chris Davis

Clinton Adams

Responsible for the IT Department and the effective use of technology at Project Vote Smart. Clinton joined the organization in 2001.

Mike Shultz

Responsible for web development, user support, and system administration. Mike has been with Project Vote Smart since 2007.

Luiz Lopes

Responsible for web development, user support, and system administration. Luiz is originally from Manaus, AM - Brazil, and previously worked as a developer for MemberFuse.

Julia Michaels

Responsible for tracking major legislation in multiple states in addition to writing and revising comprehensive summaries of legislation. Julia received her master's in public policy from Oregon State University, and previously worked as the Program Assistant for the OSU's Department of International Programs, IE3 Global Internships Program.

Natasha Roberts

Responsible for tracking major legislation in multiple states in addition to writing and revising comprehensive summaries of legislation. Natasha received her bachelor’s in government and history from the University of Texas, and joined as staff following her internship with the organization in 2011.

Darren McDivitt

Responsible for leading the Political Courage Test department. The Political Courage Test is the organization's flagship program, measuring candidates' willingness to provide citizens with their positions on key issues each election year. Darren is a Tucson, Ariz. native who received his bachelor's in political science from Truman State University.

Rachel Hartman

Responsible for handling candidate contacts and inquires, in addition to distributing and processing submitted Political Courage Tests. Originally from Collinsville, Ill. and a graduate of Elmhurst College, Rachel joined the organization as staff immediately following her internship with the organization in 2011.

Pat Waller

Responsible for assisting with the coordination of candidates' issue position research, in addition to distributing and processing submitted Political Courage Tests. Pat graduated from the University of Denver with a bachelor's in economics and international studies. He is originally from Glenwood Springs, Colo.

Sarah Tansey

Responsible for assisting with the coordination of candidates' issue position research, in addition to distributing and processing submitted Political Courage Tests. Sarah is a graduate of Skidmore College and in addition to interning with us in 2010, she previously worked for the Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network.

Rebekah Prince

Responsible for ensuring the quality of standards and procedures of the Political Courage Test, in addition to assisting with candidates' issue position research, and the distribution and processing of submitted Tests. Rebekah received her master's in political science from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and she is originally from Pocahontas, Ark.

Chris Lynn

Responsible for leading the Research department which researches and maintains the organization's biographical, campaign finance, public statements, and interest group ratings information on all U.S. elected officials and candidates. Chris graduated from Bradley University with a degree in international studies and also studied at the University of Economics in Prague, Czech Republic.

Katy Dupre

Responsible for researching and maintaining elected official and candidate information, in addition to assisting with the Political Courage Test department's administrative duties. Katy received her master's in political science from the University of New Orleans and also studied at the Leysin American School in Switzerland.

Jason Chow

Responsible for handling special requests regarding data, maintaining elected official and candidate information, and assisting the Information Technology department as needed. Previously, Jason worked for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and is a graduate of New York University with a degree in economics. He received his master's in biotechnology and public health from the University of Buffalo.

Mark Anderson

Responsible for researching and maintaining elected official and candidate information including public statements, special interest group ratings, and biographical information. A graduate of Marlboro College, Mark has been with Project Vote Smart since 2009 and is originally from Hopkinton, Mass.