United Way Young Leaders
This engaged group of young professionals–45 and younger–is dedicated to building a stronger Miami.
Motivated by vision and service, Young Leaders are forward-looking individuals who share their time, talent and resources to help make Miami’s future brighter for all. Members enjoy personal and professional networking opportunities with inspiring leaders, connect with others who share a passion for improving lives, and participate in lively volunteer projects and social events.
NETWORK
United Way or Miam Cultivate relationships through lively and interactive personal and professional development gatherings with expert panelists and speakers
VOLUNTEER
Give back and build community through service projects that provide measurable results
GROW
Connect with other community-minded young professionals committed to improving our community
LEAD
Develop personally and professionally as a leader while learning from Miami’s top executives PORA CoS
MEET THE SHAKERS BEHIND THE SCENES
Dain de Souza – Chair
De Souza Legal, P.A.
Raymond Dueñas – Co-Chair
Miami Herald/el Nuevo Herald
Dain de Souza – Chair
De Souza Legal, P.A.
Raymond Dueñas – Co-Chair
Miami Herald/el Nuevo Herald
2026-2027 Executive Committee
Brett Abess
thinkLab Ventures
Michael Acosta
The Scent Standard
Valentin Arenas
Greenberg Traurig, PA
Jordan Argiz
BDO USA
Monica Barraza
Bank of America
Krysten Casabielle
Chemistry Cultura
Christian Charria
Wells Fargo
Matthew Cohen
Atlantic Pacific Companies
Dain de Souza*
De Souza Legal, P.A.
Raymond Duenas**
Miami Herald
Jess H. Elias
JHE Consulting
Daniel Fals
Kaufman Rossin
Jorge Fernandez
TD Bank
Jake Freeman
Colliers
Zac Graber
Royal Caribbean
Rebecca Greenwald
Holland & Knight
Harold Guido
Kaufman Rossin
David Guo
Citadel
Austin Hollo
Florida East Coast Realty
Margarita Kruyff
Ryder System
Marcel Laniado
JP Morgan
Amanda Maldonado
BYG Strategies, Inc.
Cate McDonald
Chatham Import’s
Shane McGlashen
Carlton Fields
Eric Milton
United Property Management
Christina Pappas
The Keyes Company
Anthony Perez
Miami Heat
Thomas Pla
Northern Trust Bank
Robert Placer
TD Bank
John Raine
The Scent Standard
David Resnick
Bilzin Sumberg
Karl Riley
Reed Smith LLP
Byan Simon
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
Brendan Yuen
Kenco Group
*Chair / **Co-Chair
Make an impact in Miami’s future. Become a change maker.
EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITIES
As a member of Young Leaders, you can make a valuable difference in people’s lives while you expand and fulfill your personal vision and objectives. Exclusive opportunities include:
- Understanding of and insight into Miami’s most pressing issues
- Volunteering for events and participating in experiences that support vital causes
- Access to community mentors and leaders
- Invitations to signature events and activities contributing to the community’s progress in education, financial stability, and health
- Enjoying social time with stimulating people who share your passion and values
- Invitations to Luncheon with Leaders series
- Invitation to signature Build Your Own Brunch interactive cooking event
Learn more about joining this vibrant group by contacting youngleaders@unitedwaymiami.org.
Fast Track Giving. United we can do more.
Take advantage of additional benefits immediately by making a pledge to incrementally increase your gift over a period of three years to reach the standard entry level for Cornerstone, Pillar, Pioneer or Tocqueville Society. Leverage your donation by fast tracking today.
To learn more about Fast Track Giving contact 305.646.7184 or leadership@unitedwaymiami.org.
