YPL Member Spotlight: Jessica Gibbs
“Working in Metro-Atlanta public schools, I’ve witnessed first hand just how many students struggle academically and the impact these challenges can have long-term on their educational journey and the overall trajectory of their lives. Increasing access to early learning provide students with more equitable educational experiences that can set them up for success when they enter in school.” – Jessica Gibbs, Elementary Math Specialist, SchoolKit Group
Cole Society Donor Spotlight: Kourosh Noorbehesh
District Manager in the Metro Atlanta Area for Publix United Way is excited to spotlight Kourosh Noorbehesht. He is a District Manager in the Atlanta Metro Area for Publix Super Markets, and he has led some of our most successful workplace campaigns. Publix Super Markets is United Way’s number one corporate leader, not only in the Greater […]
Cole Society Donor Spotlight: Kate Koplan
“When asked to join United Way as a board member, I jumped at the opportunity to learn from fellow board members, support the management and functional teams at United Way, and bring back the ‘good word’ to my workplace and my own circle in the community.” – Kate Koplan, Chief Quality Officer and Associate Medical Director, Kaiser Permanente, Georgia Region
COLE SOCIETY DONOR SPOTLIGHT
Growing up, I was taught that if you have a gift, then you should share that gift with others. That way, we can all learn from one another and grow into our best selves.
LINC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: NIGEL WALTON
I wanted to serve and connect with people who were my age and who were trying to make a significant impact in the Greater Atlanta area.
AAP Member Spotlight Jason L. Brown
“My desire to give back to young people in communities that may have a need for greater resources is something I’ve been a part of for most of my adult life. Moving to Atlanta and learning about AAP, made me excited to have a chance to join the team.” – Jason L. Brown, Human Resources Generalist Manager, Enterprise Holdings
YPL Member Spotlight Will Godwin
“After living in Atlanta for four years and becoming familiar with community around me, I wanted to support and serve an organization like United Way that provides solutions on issues affecting child, family, and community well-being. I was sold after attending a Saturday of Service and experiencing the mission on display.” – Will Godwin, Client Advisor, Sterling Seacrest Partners
Tocqueville Society: 2022-2023 Executive Committee and Cabinet
The Tocqueville Society has a new executive committee and cabinet: As we share the excitement of these new leaders, we also want to provide our greatest thanks to Chris Peck who has served as the chair of the Tocqueville Cabinet from 2019 – 2022. Thank you, Chris, for your tireless and constant leadership and steering […]
A Letter From Keonda M. Banks, 2022-2023 YPL Chair
After serving seven years with United Way of Greater Atlanta Linc and Young Professional Leaders, it is my absolute joy and privilege to step up as the 2022-2023 Young Professional Leaders Chair, carrying out our mission of uniting and equipping young leaders to build a greater Atlanta. I have always had a strong passion for […]
A Letter From Latonya Beverly, 2022-2023 LINC Chair
I am thrilled to have the opportunity to serve as the 2022-23 Chair for United Way’s LINC (Lead. Impact. Network. Change.) Board. I believe “In and through community lies the salvation of the world.” Through community, our connections with other like minded people, we have the power to impact individual lives and collectively improve outcomes […]
