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.
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
Jess Elias – Chair
JHE Consulting
Dain de Souza – Co-Chair
de Souza Legal, P.A.
Jess Elias – Chair
JHE Consulting
Dain de Souza – Co-Chair
de Souza Legal, P.A.
2025-2026 Executive Committee
Brett Abess
thinkLab Ventures
Michael Acosta
Octa Ventures
Valentin Arenas
Greenberg Traurig, PA
Jordan Argiz
BDO USA
Monica Barraza
Bank Of America
Amanda Bennis
Stearns Weaver Miller
Krysten Casabielle
Chemistry Cultura
Christian Charria
PNC Bank
Matthew Cohen
Atlantic Pacific Companies
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
Rebecca Greenwald
Holland & Knight
Harold Guido
Kaufman Rossin
Austin Hollo
Florida East Coast Realty
Margarita Kruyff
Ryder System
Marcel Laniado
JP Morgan
Michael Larmoyeux
Bilzin Sumberg
Ashley Lipscomb
Jackson Health System
Cate McDonald
Chatham Import’s
Shane McGlashen
Carlton Fields
Eric Milton
United Property Management
Michael Murgado
Lennar Corporation
Christina Pappas
The Keyes Company
Anthony Perez
Miami Heat
John Raine
City National Bank
David Resnick
Bilzin Sumberg
Byan Simon
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
Marvin Tapia
Salty Donut
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.
