About

Founder
of The Strathdee Group

Before founding The Strathdee Group, Amy served as the Candidate Services Director at the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), where she led a department dedicated to supporting targeted Democratic incumbents and candidates nationwide. In this role, she helped build strong campaign infrastructures and successful fundraising operations. Amy was instrumental in overseeing fundraising efforts for Democratic House candidates, managing a competitive landscape of 92 races.

She joined the DCCC in 2009 as the Western Regional Candidate Services Director, providing strategic guidance to congressional campaigns across Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Washington.

Prior to her tenure at the DCCC, Amy spearheaded PAC fundraising efforts for the NY-20 special election, helping to elect Scott Murphy. During the 2008 election cycle, she contributed to fundraising operations for Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer. In the 2006 cycle, she served as the finance director for Ellen Simon’s congressional campaign (AZ-01) and Francine Busby’s special election bid (CA-50).

Senior Vice President 

at The Strathdee Group

Before joining the Strathdee Group, Emily served as Finance Director for first-time incumbent Delegate Chris Hurst on his successful re-election campaign to the Virginia House of Delegates. She was previously on the finance team for Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton, helping to raise over $6 million and flip one of the most competitive districts blue in 2018. 

Prior to working on campaigns, she interned for the Democratic National Committee, Alliance for Gun Responsibility, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, and Washington State Senate Majority Leader Sharon Nelson. 

Emily graduated from the University of Washington with a B.A. in Political Science and a minor in English. 

Advisor 

at The Strathdee Group 

Esteban Tapetillo is an advisor at the Strathdee Group. During his time at the political consulting firm, he has overseen the fundraising operations for Members of Congress, candidates, and caucuses. He most recently served as the Deputy Director of the President's Commission on White House Fellowships in the Biden-Harris Administration. Esteban graduated from Yale College with a B.A. in Political Science. Right after college, he dedicated a year to public service as an AmeriCorps VISTA. His career in politics started in Arizona, working on federal races for U.S House and Senate candidates. He is a native of Tempe, Arizona. 

Senior Associate 

at The Strathdee Group

Prior to starting with The Strathdee Group, Julie worked in finance on a handful of federal, state, and local races. She most recently served as the Maryland Finance Director for Angela Alsobrooks’ 2024 U.S. Senate campaign, helping to raise over $30 million for a first-time U.S. Senate candidate.

Julie also played a key role in strengthening Democratic fundraising at the state and local levels, serving as the Finance Director for Brooke Lierman’s successful 2022 State Comptroller race, raising a record-breaking $4 million. Additionally, Julie was the Finance Director for a top-targeted Virginia Delegate race in 2021 and was part of the finance team for the New Hampshire State Senate Caucus in 2020.

Julie graduated Magna Cum Laude from American University’s School of Public Affairs with a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Communications, Legal Institutions, Economics, and Government (CLEG). She is originally from New Hampshire, and developed her love for political campaigns when volunteering for Hillary Clinton in 2016.

Senior Associate 

at The Strathdee Group 

Before joining the Strathdee Group, Lindsay worked as the PAC Associate for AIPAC PAC, where she played a pivotal role in contributing to its unprecedented success as the country's largest member-qualified Political Action Committee within its first year of operation. She worked closely to develop and implement the delivery of over $17 million in contributions in the 2022 election cycle and over $25 million in contributions in the 2024 election cycle. Before her time at AIPAC, Lindsay served as a Legislative Fellow with the American Jewish Committee in 2021. During the 2020 cycle, Lindsay worked with the Jewish Democratic Council for America where she led efforts to get out the vote for the Presidential candidate Joe Biden. She interned for a Democratic U.S. Senator in 2019 and 2020. 

Lindsay graduated Magna Cum Laude from American University with a B.A. in International Studies, with special concentrations in Global Governance and U.S. Foreign Policy. 

Associate 

at The Strathdee Group 

 Prior to joining the Strathdee Group, Abigail worked as a Senior Finance Associate for Jacky Rosen’s successful 2024 U.S. Senate campaign. In 2020, Abigail served as a campaign fellow for Biden for President, working in both field and fundraising through the Virginia Coordinated Campaign. Abigail interned at Represent Women, a nonprofit organization working to increase female representation in all levels of government, and in the D.C. office of former Congresswoman Marcia Fudge (OH-11). 

Abigail graduated from the George Washington University with a B.A. in Political Science with a focus in Public Policy. After graduating college, Abigail spent a year teaching English in Israel. She is originally from Cleveland, Ohio. 

Opperations Associate 

at The Strathdee Group 

Before joining the Strathdee Group, Isabella gained campaign experience as a Special Projects Associate in the Bob Casey for Senate Campaign. In this role, she supported the team’s logistical needs, as well as the scheduling and external correspondence of the Campaign Manager. She also contributed to the statewide voting efforts across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a canvasser and Democratic observer.

Prior to her work on a campaign, Isabella interned with the Office of the United States Trade Representative through the White House Internship Program. There, she aided the Public Affairs Office in drafting press materials and managing social media communications.

Isabella graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a B.A. in International Politics, concentrating in National Security.

Associate 

at The Strathdee Group 

Before joining the Strathdee Group, Emma gained extensive experience supporting Democratic leaders, candidates, incumbents, and their legislative priorities across various roles. In the summer and fall of 2024, she interned with EMILY's List in the State and Local Campaigns Department, where she played a pivotal role in supporting over 220 endorsed pro-choice Democratic women candidates in state legislatures, statewide offices, and state supreme courts. Her efforts helped secure historic victories down the ballot in the 2024 election cycle. 

Prior to her time at EMILYs List, Emma served as a finance intern at Fulkerson  Kennedy & Company. There, she supported DC-based fundraising efforts for prominent Democratic Senate leaders’ re-election campaigns in 2024. 

Emma graduated Magna Cum Laude from The George Washington University in December 2024, earning dual B.A. degrees in Political Science with a Public Policy focus and Economics, along with a minor in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. She is proudly a Nashville native.