YR EXECUTIVE TEAM
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Tasha Locks
FOUNDING CEO
Tasha, a resilient leader and founder of Youth Rising has a life-long passion for championing underdogs and marginalized communities, making a positive impact across the country.
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DAN CEGLOWSKI
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICE/VP OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Dan is a financial executive with experience in non-profits and retail. He serves as the CFO at Youth Rising, focusing on data-informed decisions. Dan holds a BBA in Finance and is a CMA Outside of work, he volunteers, learns Spanish, and enjoys car shows and horology.
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jesse cobb
VP OF PROGRAMS
Jesse, an experienced LCSW, has a background in behavioral health, hospital administration, and youth services. He earned a graduate certificate in Public Health, and his personal challenges have shaped his compassionate approach. Jesse volunteers for Youth Rising, lives in Boise with his wife, and enjoys family time, church activities, sports, and travel.
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BROOKE BARBER
VP OF RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
Brooke brings over a decade of institutional giving experience from a diverse array of nonprofit agencies, coupled with a passion for change and fostering healthy communities.
YR STAFF
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ERIC SMITH
SENIOR COMPLIANCE DIRECTOR
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MELANIE KMETZ
STAFF ACCOUNTANT & HR COORDINATOR
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MONICA GRENZ
Workforce Development Manager
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ABBY VAUGHN
DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
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HANNAH RICHARDSON
ADVANCEMENT MANAGER
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JAYA BAIRD
YRLI PEER COORDINATOR
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KELI KENNERLEY
YRLI PROGRAM COORDINATOR
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DEVEN COLLINS
YR HOUSE MANAGER
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BRIDGET VARGAS
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
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JAMIE MORTON
ON-CALL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
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JOSHUA LICHNER
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
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TAYLER MCCLAUGHRY
PRN DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
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ZETTA LEWIS
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
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Micah hardman
DROP-IN SITE COORDINATOR
KLAMATH FALLS, OR -
Steaven Joy
DROP-IN SITE COORDINATOR
JACKSON, TN -
Heather Terrian
DROP-IN SITE COORDINATOR
MOUNTAIN HOME, ID
together we rise
Are you ready to make a difference in the world? Passionate about driving change and creating a better future? Join our mission to make a positive impact and break generational cycles affecting youth.