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Meet the Team
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CEO & Digital Fundraising Expert
Jackson McMillan
After years of organizing rapidly growing organizations and political campaigns, Jackson realized the need for accessible and affordable media and advertising resources for growing businesses, campaigns, and non-profits. So often, these organizations do incredible work, but struggle to scale because no one knows about that great work they do. He's a huge nerd, and a regular in local gaming stores. Jackson can often be found reporting on Florida Politics
on Tiktok @jacksonoffl.
COO & Compliance Expert
Ryan Eliason
Originally majoring in psychology, Ryan found a knack in college for advertising, media design, and growth driven leadership strategies. Now, he works with Key Lime Strategies to build brands that impress, and grow on online platforms in the most effective and affordable manner. Ryan is a proud gamer, and can often be found at the Dungeons and Dragons table.
Chief Strategy Officer
Connor Effrain
Originally from Marlboro, New Jersey, where he got his start in politics volunteering for Phil Murphy's gubernatorial campaign, Connor traveled south to study at the University of Florida. While an underclassman, he volunteered for several local campaigns in Florida and for gubernatorial & Senatorial elections in Georgia throughout the 2022 midterms. Later, he became President of the UF College Democrats, growing the organization to historic heights during the 2024 Presidential election. At Key Lime, Connor uses his background in politics, campaigning, and media to to develop persuasive, comprehensive digital fundraising campaigns that deliver the results candidates need for victory. In his free time, he likes to make YouTube videos, read about history, and go to the gym.
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Vice President of Digital Communications
Izzy Connerly
Izzy swapped the mountains of New Mexico for Florida’s beaches, earning a dual degree in Political Science and Communications along the way. A graphic design hobbyist, she turned her passion into a career, working with local political organizations in St. Petersburg. Now at Key Lime Strategies, Izzy creates impactful designs, editing videos, and writing fundraising copy that gets results. When she’s not busy, she enjoys dabbling in calisthenics, surfing around on Reddit, and working on various creative projects.
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Digital Communications Strategist
Gabe Barrios
Gabriel is a Cuban American with a passion for sports, music, international politics, and conversation. A people person, at Key Lime, he is a part of the fundraising program and uses his love for connecting with others to do precisely that with and for our clients. Originally from Miami, FL, Gabriel has previously worked face-to-face with clients at the International Rescue Committee, and prides himself on getting a smile out of those he meets.
Vice President of Digital Advertising
Doug Chiodini
Having studied statistics at the University of Central Florida, Doug worked in forecasting and logistics before finding his calling in politics. Now, he runs Key Lime's Digital Advertising program and has helped us raise millions of dollars for candidates across the country. When not busy with work, Doug is likely playing tennis or playing tabletop games with friends.
Digital Advertising Strategist
Nevada Cullen
Nevada is a sports broadcaster, video editor and communications specialist who studied journalism at the University of Florida. Originally from Oviedo, Florida, Nevada calls games on ESPN digital networks for colleges all around the state. When he's not on the air or editing videos for Key Lime, he's probably cooking for his wife, reading a book or making Spotify playlists.
Digital Advertising Strategist
Ryan Locher
Ryan has built a background at the intersection of policy, politics, and communications, working with campaigns and legislative advocacy to turn complex issues into clear, compelling narratives. At Key Lime, he is part of the digital advertising program, creating and editing persuasive content that drives fundraising results and helps candidates and causes reach voters online. Originally from Massachusetts, in his free time he enjoys biking, cooking, and finding live jazz.
Design & New Media Strategist
Tess Romine
Tess Romine is a design professional with a degree in political communication and graphic design from George Washington University. At Key Lime Strategies, Tess works on digital assets, social media, and creative content, combining her passion for design and politics to help campaigns connect with voters. Originally from South Florida, she now calls Washington, D.C. home. Outside of work, Tess loves house music, rowing, and hanging out with her guinea pig.
Operations Manager
Saiya Weiser
Originally from Central Florida, Saiya graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Marketing and minors in Public Relations and Geography. During college, she built experience in sales, administration, and communications, including working in an administrative role for a political action committee. She joined Key Lime Strategies as an Operations Manager, bringing her background in business and communications to the team. Outside of Key Lime, Saiya teaches middle school English and enjoys baking, dancing, and trivia.
Senior Digital Advertising Strategist
Eric Linger
Originally from Lutz, Florida, Eric has spent the last 7 years in the world of Art, UI Design, and video editing work, having recently found a drive and passion for politically-driven work to make a difference in our country. At Key Lime, Eric uses his artistic background and creative vision to help drive video advertising for client fundraising campaigns to help them win their races and make a difference. In his free time, Eric enjoys playing trading card games or video games with his friends.