Meet Your YPK Professional Development Chairs
Jane Roberts
Professional Development Chair
Director of Human Resources, Sertoma Center, Inc.
Who or what inspires you?
Working with others that share a passion for progress, and developing the leaders of tomorrow in the Knoxville community.
How do you think YPK contributes to our community?
YPK provides a forum for young professionals to come together and form bonds that will help them on their career path.
What has been your favorite (or most memorable) experience with YPK?
The Leadership Certificate program was a wonderful opportunity to learn from other members and see others grow.
What are you currently reading, watching, or listening to?
The Leadership Challenge by James M. Kouzes and Barry Posner
When you're not at work, where can people find you?
Volunteering for the TN Valley HR Association and working with my husband and cat on decorating our new home.
Andrew Cochran
Professional Development
Co-Chair
Wealth Advisor, Tennessee Valley Asset Management Partners
Who or what inspires you?
I’m inspired by the opportunity in my career to make an impact on the lives of my clients. Additionally I’m inspired by the opportunity to make a difference in my community.
How do you think YPK contributes to our community?
I think YPK provides Knoxville with emerging leaders in the community to help move the city forward.
What has been your favorite (or most memorable) experience with YPK?
Being new to the Knoxville area, the most memorable experience so far has been moving during unprecedented times and being able to get involved with YPK in a short span of time.
What are you currently reading, watching, or listening to?
One of my goals for 2021 is to read more for personal and professional development. I’m currently reading Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink
When you're not at work, where can people find you?
When I’m not working you can find me doing something active, either on a run or in a CrossFit class. Additionally I love the outdoors, duck hunting and fly fishing are two of my favorite outdoor activities.