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Eleanor Schackne-Martello

Eleanor Schackne-Martello

Ulster County Young Democrats President

Zak Constantine

Zak Constantine

Zak Constantine was raised in Orange County and is a proud graduate of Goshen Central High School, where he was the President of the State Championship winning Mock Trial Team, a member of the Varsity Cross Country Team, and the Student Representative to the Board of Education. Currently, he is finishing his studies in Public Policy and Management at SUNY Albany’s Rockefeller College of Public Affairs. Throughout his schooling, Zak has lived and worked full time in Orange County–focusing on community development and activism.

Zak is the President of the Young Democrats of Orange County and a Vice-Chair of the Orange County Democratic Committee. Previously Zak served as Community Outreach Coordinator to NYS Senator Jen Metzger, where he oversaw her office’s robust events and awards programs while specializing in connecting constituents, organizations, and community leaders with their representative in Albany. He served as her Deputy Campaign Manager for her 2020 re-election campaign, and he has also managed several county-wide and local campaigns throughout the Hudson Valley. Currently, Zak serves as a strategic advisor to candidates and organizations that seek to uplift and empower the working families of New York State. His true passion is helping his fellow young leaders find a passion for public service. Keeping with his commitment to our next generation of leaders, Zak served as a Project Manager for the Leadership Orange Class of 2021’s class project, where they developed the Larkin Family Young Professionals Program. He currently serves on their advisory committee.

In his free time, Zak is an avid hiker, runner, cyclist, and coffee enthusiast who frequently enjoys exploring new corners of the Hudson Valley and Catskill regions. You can follow his travels on Instagram @zakconstantine; or reach him by email at zmconstantine@gmail.com.

Jared Goerke

Jared Goerke

Jared Goerke brings years of hands-on experience and a steadfast commitment to transparency, accountability, and grassroots leadership. With a strong background in campaign finance, he has served as treasurer for dozens of candidate and political committees across New York State—bringing a detail-oriented and financially sound approach that supports both compliance and strategic growth.

Jared holds an M.A. in Public Administration from St. John’s University, where he focused on responsible fiscal governance and effective governmental operations. He previously worked for several years in the New York State Assembly, serving under Judiciary Chair Charles Lavine, where he gained a deep understanding of state-level policymaking and constituent service.

Beyond campaign work, Jared serves as the Fund Coordinator for the Scott J. Beigel Memorial Fund, helping further its mission of providing camp scholarships to at-risk youth in honor of Scott’s legacy. He also contributes to his local community in a non-partisan role as an elected member of the Board of Education in the Plainview-Old Bethpage School District, where he promotes public education and responsible district growth.

As NYSYD’s former Jewish Caucus Chair, Jared was a vocal advocate against antisemitism and worked to amplify Jewish voices within the Democratic Party, fostering inclusion, representation, and solidarity across communities.

Now, as Treasurer of the New York State Young Democrats, Jared is proud to bring his technical expertise, commitment to service, and passion for progressive change to empower young Democratic leaders across the state. He is especially passionate about helping young candidates run smarter, more transparent campaigns—and believes that building organizational strength begins with good data, fiscal clarity, and inclusive leadership.

If you’re a young Democrat and think there’s any way I can support your work, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m always happy to help.