United Way Young Leaders

United Way Young Leaders is an engaged group of young professionals–45 and younger–who are 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.

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NETWORK

United Way or Miam Cultivate relationships through lively and interactive personal and professional development gatherings with expert panelists and speakers

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VOLUNTEER

Give back and build community through service projects that provide measurable results

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GROW

Connect with other community-minded young professionals committed to improving our community

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LEAD

Develop personally and professionally as a leader while learning from Miami’s top executives PORA CoS

MEET THE SHAKERS BEHIND THE SCENES

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Brendan Yuen – Chair

Kenco Group

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Jessica Elias – Co-Chair

JHE Consulting

2024-2025 Executive Committee

Brett Abess
thinkLab Ventures

Michael Acosta
City National Bank

Valentin Arenas
Greenberg Traurig, PA

Jordan Argiz
BDO USA

Monica Barraza
SAP Taulia

Amanda Bennis
Stearns Weaver Miller

Randy Carballo
CBRE

Krysten Casabielle
Chemistry Cultura

Christian Charria
PNC Bank

Dain de Souza
Bast Amron

Raymond Duenas
Miami Herald

Jessica Elias**
JHE Consulting

Daniel Fals
Kaufman Rossin

Jorge Fernandez
TD Bank

Jake Freeman
Colliers

Kristy Garcia
Azamara

Zac Graber
Royal Caribbean

Harold Guido
Kaufman Rossin

Austin Hollo
Florida East Coast Realty

Margarita Kruyff
Ryder System

Marcel Laniado
JP Morgan

Michael Larmoyeux
Bilzin Sumberg

Cate McDonald
Chatham Import’s

Michael Murgado
Lennar Corporation

Estefania Nasielski Yawney
YFG Holdings, LLC

Christina Pappas
The Keyes Company

Anthony Perez
Miami Heat

David Resnick
Bilzin Sumberg

Rebecca Rosen
Holland & Knight

Marvin Tapia
Salty Donut

Laura Walters
Steadyworth

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

Learn more about joining this vibrant group by contacting [email protected].

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 [email protected].