Young Professionals - Urban League of Greater Chattanooga

Young Professionals

The purpose of the Urban League of Greater Chattanooga Young Professionals Association is to cultivate people in a way that inspires leadership, personal and professional growth, encourages civic engagement and promotes community involvement so that we effectively impact our region.

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BE the Movement. Join YP.

The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga Young Professionals (ULGCYP) is a volunteer auxiliary of the Urban League that targets young professionals ages 21-40 to empower their communities and change lives through the Urban League Movement. ULGCYP’s mission is to support the Urban League Movement through our volunteerism, philanthropy and membership development.

For any questions please email: ulgcyp@ulchatt.net

YP Officers

Roland McIntyre

President

Napierra Alexander

Vice President

Rakesha McIntyre

Secretary

Jasmine Reynolds

Treasurer

Charlye White

Membership Chair

Leanne Jones

Policy & Procedures Chair

Erica Richardson

Social & Cultural Development

Bethany Gardner-Grant

Economic Empowerment & Development

Erin Stephens

Professional & Personal Development

Micah Chapman

Civic Engagement & Community Advocacy

Young Professionals News & Events

Stay up to date on the latest with YP.

Money Talks One-Day “BIPOC” Capital Access Summit

Mark your calendar and get ready to unlock the secrets to financial success! Join us at the "Money Talks" Capital Access Summit, an all-day event on Thursday, October 24th, dedicated to empowering startup businesses with the knowledge and resources they need to...

It’s Not Personal, It’s Business

Join us for It’s Not Personal, it’s Business, an interactive session presented by Truist. In this course, you’ll learn the whys and hows of separating your business and personal finances that can set you and your business up for success. Truist will also provide...

Join Project Ready

The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga is seeking highly motivated student leaders to join Project Ready: a signature academic, cultural, and leadership development program that prepares students of color in grades 9-12 for college, careers, and life. We aim to...

Project Ready Mentor

Project Ready Mentor is a signature academic, cultural, and leadership development program that prepares 9th - 12th grade students for college, careers, and life. Mentors serve in this program with a one-year commitment to meet with their students) on a regular...

State of Black Chattanooga 2024

Our Report

Signature Events

The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga team is just getting started! Check out our signature events for 2024! We hope you will join and support us for these fantastic events as we continue empowering communities and changing lives daily. Stay Tuned!

Senior Community Service Employment Program

The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is a program that provides practical job training to seniors aged 55 or older who are low-income, unemployed, or underemployed. The program equips seniors with the necessary skills and expertise to successfully...

Statement from the Urban League’s Board of Directors

As we reflect on a full couple of months regarding this ARPA situation, we are grateful to our ULGC board for their leadership, continued support, and affirmation of our team’s work - and our president and CEO’s direction. We look forward to inviting the public to our...

41st Annual Equal Opportunity Day

41st Annual Equal Opportunity Day We held our 41st annual Equal Opportunity Day Thursday morning at the Chattanooga Convention Center. The award recipients include the following: Inclusion by Design Award City of Chattanooga Community Impact Award The University...

Annual Report 2023

Urban League of Greater Chattanooga releases Annual Report 2023 Read more here: Annual Report

“I love YP because it not only gives me opportunities to network with other young professionals, but I am able to create events for members of the community. I enjoy working with my board members to curate events where young professionals and members of the community can have a good time but also leave with information that can help them begin to transform their lives.”

– Erin Stephens, YP Participant

“Growing up in Atlanta, I saw how The Urban League was dedicated to uplifting and empowering minority communities. As a young professional, I make it my duty to serve in any capacity to make sure my community and people can receive the same empowerment and economic sustainability. Young Professionals is an auxiliary that allows me to serve my community while connecting with other professionals & entrepreneurs like myself. YP creates spaces for minorities to thrive, and I want to be a part of that.”

– Napierra Alexander, YP Participant

“YP has allowed me to utilize one of my core values which is service before self. While I have definitely benefited from the business relationship side. I have been truly fulfilled by the culture of economic empowerment, community service, and social relationships.“

– Roland McIntyre, YP President

“I chose to lead as a Young Professional because I am deeply committed to promoting civic participation and advocating for underrepresented communities. My aim is to mobilize young professionals, develop strategic initiatives, and collaborate with stakeholders to address social issues and create lasting change.“

– Micah Chapman, YP Participant