That’s My Greenville” community leadership program graduates 20 young professionals

United Way of Greenville County recently concluded its first community leadership program for young professionals, “That’s My Greenville.” Upon completion, the 20 young leaders gained clear pathways and competency to serve meaningfully in board service, volunteerism and civic engagement.

With a focus on both leadership development and a deep exploration of community issues, participants attended monthly sessions to build knowledge and aptitude.

United Way’s “That’s My Greenville” class of 2019 includes:

Rachel Kaplan, SC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Kate Northrop, Community Member
Kenny Harper, Robert Half Technology
Adam Tourna, Greenville County
Amy Leroy, ITW – Hartness International, Inc.
Charlie Smith, GE
Kaitlin Neville, GE
Brandy McRae, Bon Secours St. Francis Health System
Caroline Andrew, Southern First
Daniel Greer, TD Bank
Ryan Keeling, Michelin North America
Nicole Mularski, Find Great People International
Taylor Stathes, Prisma Health
Riley Brock, World Acceptance Corporation
Rachel Schatz, United Community Bank
Bill Kandel, Solvay
Jane Kendjoria, Solvay
Molly Dunlap, UBS Financial Services Inc.
Kelsey Puls, Hubbell Lighting
Palmer Primm, Hubbell Lighting

The “That’s My Greenville” program equips young leaders with the knowledge, tools and skills to connect with community and volunteerism through United Way’s work as the largest poverty fighting agency in Greenville County. Organizations and businesses selected young professionals to participate as an opportunity to educate, inspire and motivate the next generation of leaders in Greenville.

“This is an extraordinary group of young professionals leading the charge to help make a difference in our community,” said Meghan Barp, president and CEO of United Way of Greenville County. “Their willingness to dive in and learn about the complex issues facing Greenville today is a great indicator that this next generation of leaders will serve as impactful leaders for change for years to come.”

For more information about United Way’s community leadership program for young professionals, visit unitedwaygc.org.

ABOUT THE UNITED WAY OF GREENVILLE COUNTY

United Way fights for the education, income and health of every person in Greenville County. As a funder, partner and convener, United Way works with the entire community to bring together resources, focus investments, and foster partnerships that create lasting solutions to our community’s most pressing problems. Join the fight at www.unitedwaygc.org.