Where young professionals in the direct response fundraising industry go to connect, grow and inspire change.
Part of the Direct Marketing Association of Washington D.C., the Young Direct Marketers Association of Washington (YDMAW) represents a dynamic forum, association, and collective for individuals actively engaged in direct marketing and who fall within the age bracket of 35 or under. This vibrant and forward-thinking organization aims to foster collaboration, and professional development among young professionals in the field of direct marketing, providing them with a platform to connect, learn, and grow in their careers.
YDMAW COUNCIL
Jessica Stober
Jessica is a Senior Digital Strategist at Moore, where she works with nonprofits to develop cross-channel fundraising strategies online and alongside Direct Mail. She has been involved with DMAW since 2017, joined the YDMAW Advisory Council in 2021, and received DMAW’s Rising Star Award in 2022. Jessica grew up in North Carolina and got her Marketing and Communications degree at Elon University, but D.C. is her second home of nearly eight years. Reach out to Jessica at jstober@wearemoore.com!
DMAW Committee: Marketing Committee
Jasmine Taylor
Jasmine Taylor is a strategic operations and project management professional with a background in nonprofit digital strategy and fundraising. She was recently inducted into the YDMAW Advisory Council, where she is committed to fostering professional development and industry growth. Jasmine brings extensive experience in streamlining workflows, implementing SOPs, and enhancing organizational efficiency. She is passionate about empowering young professionals in direct marketing and fundraising through mentorship and innovation. Jasmine is a Georgetown University graduate with a degree in Business and Entrepreneurship. She can be reached at taylor.jasmine23@gmail.com.
DMAW Committee: Marketing Opportunities Partners Committee, Marketing Committee
Link: Jasmine Taylor | LinkedIn
Victoria Vincent
Victoria is a Marketing Consultant and member of the DMAW Young Professional Advisory Board. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Management from Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
DMAW Committee: Membership and Volunteer Committees
Rose Richtmyre
Rose Richtmyre is an Account Executive at K2D Strategies, where she takes pride in managing the success of her clients direct mail and digital fundraising programs. She has four years of direct marketing experience, and joined the YDMAW Advisory Council in early 2025. Rose is a graduate of American University and currently lives in Reston, Virginia. You can reach her at rrichtmyre@k2dstrategies.com.
DMAW Committee: Marketing Committee
Link: Rose Richtmyre | LinkedIn
Aidan Wheeler
Aidan Wheeler is Associate Director, Business Development at SimioCloud, a Division of Moore where he manages fundraising campaigns for nonprofit and political organizations. He also serves as Board Liaison and Advisory Council Member for the YDMAW and recently received the 2023 Rising Star Award at DMAW’s annual, Best of Direct. Prior to beginning his career at Moore, Wheeler attended Hillsdale College where he completed internships in the Office of the Secretary of Labor and the White House. In addition to his work at SimioCloud and the YDMAW, he is a graduate student at Hillsdale College’s Van Andel School of Government in Washington, DC. You can reach Aidan at awheeler@wearemoore.com.
DMAW Committee: Marketing Opportunities Partners Committee
Link: Aidan Wheeler | LinkedIn
Katie Tamaro
Katie Tamaro is the Digital Fundraising Manager at Citymeals on Wheels, an organization dedicated to providing meals and vital companionship to homebound elderly in New York City. She has also served on the YDMAW Advisory Board since 2022 and is passionate about helping other young professionals find their place in the direct marketing industry. Katie is a graduate from The Catholic University with a degree in Marketing. Katie can be reached at ktamaro@citymeals.com.
DMAW Committee: Programs
Link: Katie Tamaro | LinkedIn
Shelby Steere
Shelby is an Account Director at Further Digital, where she works on digital fundraising strategy across non-profits within the Hunger/Poverty, International Relief, Medical, Animal Welfare, and Veterans Service verticals. She has 5 years of direct marketing experience, specializing in paid advertising and mobile. Shelby has been a DMAW member since 2020 and joined the YDMAW advisory council in 2025. Prior to working in the non-profit industry, Shelby earned a Marketing Degree at Salisbury University. Reach out to Shelby at ssteere@further-digital.com.
DMAW Committee: Membership Committee
Link: Shelby Steere | Linkedin