The Young Leaders Society is a network of passionate young professionals creating lasting impact in their communities. YLS members connect with each other and their community through leadership development, volunteer opportunities, networking experiences and more.

How It Works

• Pledge now with a minimum annual gift of $500 to United Way (just $20/pay period). Be sure to utilize your company’s match program if available.
• Members expand their social and professional networks and enhance their skill sets by networking and volunteering with like-minded individuals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I join?
By joining this active group of emerging leaders, you will have a unique opportunity to make lasting change throughout your community. Through unique networking events and hands-on volunteering opportunities, members leverage the power of United Way to connect, serve and grow—both personally and professionally.

How many members are in YLS?
More than 600 members contribute over $1 million annually to the work of United Way of Greater Nashville!

What kind of events are held for members?
As a member, you might volunteer at Stuff the Bus Day of Action, mix and mingle with other young professionals at Unlabeled, or get mentorship from some of the most influential business leaders at Networking Over Nashville.

Why should I give to United Way?
United Way unites the community and mobilizes resources so that every child, individual and family thrives. When you commit to United Way, you are fighting for a community where every person—no matter their background, their abilities or their zip code—has an equal chance at a bright future.

Thank you to our 2026 YLS Board Members:

• Nick Deluna (Board President) – Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, Senior Portfolio Advisor, Financial Advisor
• Holt Madden (Immediate Past President) – Boyle Investment Company, Senior Associate
• Busola Area – NTT Data, Business Consultant
• Megan Day, CPA – Deloitte, Independence & Conflicts Network Manager
• Chris Garchitorena – Ingram Industries, Manager of Strategic Finance
• Alex Hixenbaugh – Gresham Smith, Human Resource Partner
• Drew Martin – PwC, Senior Assoicate
• Kerry Mattox, Jr. – Egyptian Lacquer, Sales Representative
• Brittany Miller, CERP, CRCM – FirstBank, MRM and ERM Reporting Manager
• Zach Richardson – Brasfield & Gorrie, Project Manager
• Bart Ring, CPA – Frontier Direct Care, Controller
• Jessica Rizor, CPA – EY, Assurance Manager
• Madison Santana – Holland & Knight LLP, Attorney
• Sharae Shipp, MSM, PMP – HealthTrust, Senior Project Manager
• Diane Stacy – Oracle NetSuite, Enablement Lead-CSADP
• Andy Warren – Bridgestone Americas, Sr Manager, Engineering Services Support