Young Professionals on a Mission
Our Young Professionals Council (YPC) is a dynamic group of 20- and 30-somethings united by a desire to spread awareness of The Doorways throughout the Richmond community.
Each member serves as an ambassador for The Doorways, provides volunteer and community outreach support, and is an integral point of contact for The Doorways staff and Board of Directors.
2023 - 2024 YPC Officers
Jenny Lankford
President
Sheltering Arms Institute
Victoria Perry
Fundraising and Events Chair
Schooley Law Firm
Patrick Brown
Vice President
CSC Leasing Company
Louise Ellen
Membership Chair
Capital One
2023 - 2024 YPC Members
Caroline Bass
Plein Air Agency
Sean Breit-Rupe
Thompson McMullan
Miata Brown
Truist
Patrick Brown
CSC Leasing Company
Ethan Calupitan
VCU Health
Laura Catlett
VSC Fire & Security
Casey Coleman
Blackburn, Conte, Schilling & Click, P.C.
Tyler Cook
VCU Health
Alexandra Denny
EAB
Halina Forest
Johnston-Willis Hospital
David Forrest
RiverFront Investment Group
Elle Joyner
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Kate Lafayette
Timmons Group
Chris Liu
VCU Health
Jennifer Miller
Sheltering Arms Institute
Megan Newman
Humanitru
Marie Palisano
Virginia Physicians for Women
Griffin Phillips
RiverFront Investment Group
Jessica Powell
District Attorney’s Office
Jackson Rankin
VCU Health
Amanda Serfozo
Capital One
Trey Thornton
Capital One
Vivek Vadlamdudi
VCU Health
YPC Member Requirements
- Orientation and tour of The Doorways
- $50 annual dues (your dues cover one night of lodging for a guest)
- Attend 80% of YPC Monthly Meetings
- Attend at least 2 YPC service projects, social events, or fundraisers
- Serve on a committee (Membership or Fundraising/Events)
YPC Member Activities
Member Meetings
Member meetings occur on the second Tuesday of every month. Meetings focus around providing updates on the YPC budget and member activities, including socials/fundraisers, membership, and service projects. Meetings also provide an opportunity for members to socialize and network.
Service Projects, Socials, & Fundraisers
Members plan and participate in regular events that benefits The Doorways’ mission and YPC. Service projects include providing meals to our guests, hosting collection drives, inviting others to give-back nights and a variety of other opportunities like decorating The Doorways for holidays! Socials and Fundraisers help raise awareness and bring in money and people to support The Doorways.
Ready to Join Our YPC?
For more information about our YPC, please contact info@thedoorways.org.