At YPK, we believe that developing leadership skills has the power to transform Our Knoxville. We aim to equip young professionals with the skills they need to connect teams, develop themselves, and serve our community. And there's no better way to see this in action than through the YPK Leadership Certificate.

We are thrilled to announce the 12 young leaders who successfully completed the 2023 YPK Leadership Certificate. This program brings together aspiring leaders to learn and grow from a diverse mix of professionals in business, non-profit, and government, over seven intensive weeks. These graduates have shown exceptional dedication to their personal and professional growth, and we couldn't be prouder of their achievements.

The 2023 Leadership Certificate Graduates:

Kate Barnett, United Way of Greater Knoxville
Michael Berry, HomeTrust Bank
Paige Bourassa, Wells Fargo
Sarah Crichton, University of Tennessee
Elyssa Hurley, MEDIC Regional Blood Center
Jay King, Vol Case and Container
Lena Martin, Rev77
Rachel Mathes, Knoxville Utilities Board
Peyton Prothero, University of Tennessee
Leah Roberts, Warner Bros. Discovery
Matteo Valles, Vol Case and Container
Travis Williams, Lincoln Memorial University

Join us in congratulating our 2023 YPK Leadership Certificate graduates! Their commitment to personal and professional development is an inspiration to us all, and we can't wait to see the contributions they'll make in the future. We have no doubt that they will carry the spirit of YPK's mission with them as they strive to connect, develop, and serve Our Knoxville.

Thank you for being a part of our YPK community, and stay tuned for more exciting updates and opportunities.