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The Team

Jordan Gascon
Executive Director

Jordan is in charge of the overall management of the county party organization, incl. candidate training and recruitment, event management and sponsorship, and strategic initiatives.

Jordan is originally from Camarillo, CA and moved to San Diego to attend SDSU in 2005. He has a MA in Diplomacy from Norwich University and a BA in International Security and Conflict Resolution from SDSU. He currently serves as the president of the Pine Valley Fire Safe Council, is the Secretary of the Pine Valley Community Planning Group, a board member of the San Diego County Log Cabin Republicans, and is the founder and President of the HOPS Foundation.

 

Jordan began his work in politics by interning with Mayor Faulconer. Jordan’s previous work includes grassroots policy advocacy and campaign work in multiple states working to increase the minority vote for Republican candidates.

Jordan served as both the Precinct Operations Director and Political Director for the Republican Party of San Diego County as well as the Vice Chair of the Citizens’ Law Enforcement Review Board for the County of San Diego, the Treasurer for the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County, and is the immediate past chair of the Latino American Political Association.

JORDAN@SANDIEGOREPUBLICANS.ORG
(858) 450-4600 ext 3.

Jerry Sirotnak
Executive Director

Gerald Sirotnak is a highly driven and accomplished political strategist and organizer with a deep understanding of grassroots to statewide politics. He excels at developing robust strategies that make a real impact. Currently, Gerald serves as the Executive Director of the San Diego Republican Party.

Previously, Gerald was the California Director of the Leadership Institute, overseeing the training of politicos across California. He also managed Ken Calvert’s congressional campaign, a seven-figure race that secured a majority in the House for the Republican Party. In 2022, he played a critical role in Greg Wallis’ Assembly race, successfully flipping a vital seat back to the GOP. Gerald’s expertise was sought in 10 other races across California, resulting in 9 additional conservative victories.

Gerald’s experience includes roles such as Executive Director of the San Bernardino County Republican Party (SBGOP) and serving on the state board of the California Parent Teacher Association.

Beyond his political pursuits, Gerald dedicates his free time to volunteering with a citizens’ group focused on protecting children online. Their efforts have led to hundreds of arrests and convictions of online predators, human traffickers, and individuals seeking to harm children.

JERRY@SANDIEGOREPUBLICANS.ORG
(858) 450-4600

Nicolette Mangubat
Political Communications Director
Nicolette Mangubat, a local small business owner and skilled marketing strategist, is currently the Political Communications Director for the Republican Party of San Diego County, and responsible for heading RPSDC’s volunteer efforts.
 

Nicolette built her expertise and reputation in online media marketing over the course of a 17-year entertainment career while developing a business to help companies navigate the evolving online media buying market. Besides consulting in the B2C business market, as well as marketing for public companies, her most recent notable achievements include leading successful political marketing campaigns for local judicial races in 2022 and 2024, underscoring her suitability for her current role. Her top skills include fundraising, community outreach, media buying and social media consulting.

Nicolette is also active in community service, being a member of Las Primeras, a South County all women-run charity founded in 1950. She was recently appointed by Chula Vista Mayor John McCann to the Arts, Culture & Design Committee for the Port of San Diego, showcasing her commitment to public service and community development.

NICO@SANDIEGOREPUBLICANS.ORG
(858) 450-4600 ext. 3

Destiny Garcia
Membership Director

Destiny Garcia is a young patriot, a senior at San Diego State University and currently the Director of Membership for the Republican Party of San Diego County.

Destiny is San Diego State University’s Turning Point USA Vice President. She is also the President of Turning Point San Diego Activism Hub where many San Diego County Chapters collaborate to host activism events.

Destiny started out with the Republican Party of San Diego County as a high school student intern where she gained political experience and insight to the behind-the-scenes operation functions. Furthermore, Destiny works closely with the Leadership Institute where she participates in many trainings and conferences to increase knowledge and leadership skills.  Destiny also participates in Leadership Institute’s Christian Leader and Campus Ambassador programs.

Destiny is active in the community supporting LAPA’s (Latino American Political Association) annual golf tournament fundraisers raising funds for charitable causes. She volunteers with a local Scuttlebutt to celebrate the annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball and helps campaign in local races.

DESTINY@SANDIEGOREPUBLICANS.ORG

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Don Giaquinto
Volunteer Coordinator

As a San Diego native, Don has over 20 years of professional experience working in government relations, communications, public affairs, and public policy. Don has worked for five elected officials and three nonprofit organizations where he has gained professional of experience of housing, homelessness, and economic development. 

Don has a passion for international affairs and protocol and giving back to the community by volunteering at various programs including Mama’s Kitchen and the San Diego Food Bank.  He is a graduate of San Diego State University earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science.

DON@SANDIEGOREPUBLICANS.ORG