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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Harmony Nelson

ALLEN FROST
YNPN Phoenix President

Allen Frost is a passionate leader that is committed to serving the students within his community and his alma mater. A Chicago native, he grew up in Phoenix and has spent his professional career focused on serving Arizona. Frost graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science major and a minor in Philosophy. Frost has since spent his time working within the non-profit sector in Phoenix, Arizona to serve public high school students in Arizona. He is currently the Program Manager for Support My Club where he engages with the community to provide funding for extracurricular activities. He previously served as a student success coach at ASU, an ambassador for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and has volunteered for a variety of nonprofits across the valley.
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SAM GROFF 
YNPN Phoenix Vice President

Sam grew up with and in the Phoenix arts, culture, and nonprofit community. A graduate of Arizona State University she received her Bachelor’s degree in Art History along with minors in Anthropology and Art Education. She interned at the Archaeological Research Institute before landing her first job at the Heard Museum. In 2016 she received her Master’s Certificate in Nonprofit Business from ASU Lodestar and went on to work at Arizona Science Center, Arizona Citizens for the Arts, Phoenix Public Library, and currently Scottsdale Arts. She has a one year old golden retriever mix that she is happy to talk to anyone about at any and all times.

TANNER SWANSON
YNPN Phoenix Interim Treasurer

RORY WILSON
YNPN Phoenix Secretary

Currently double majoring in Public Service & Public Policy and Sociology at Arizona State University, Rory seeks to make a positive impact in the social sector in the Greater Phoenix area. Rory is most passionate about encouraging young professionals to be engaged in addressing urgent social issues, such as homelessness, mental health , and LGBTQ+ rights. She has experience with grassroots organizations in Fountain Hills, serves on the Community Services Advisory Commission, and leads the Young Minds Initiative, an effort to raise awareness around the youth mental health crisis. Rory kicked off her service in the nonprofit sector as an intern with A New Leaf in 2022 and looks forward to collaborating with and learning from other nonprofit professionals in creatinga thriving and inclusive social sector.

NAQUANA BORRERO
YNPN Former President (2023)

Naquana is a passionate nonprofit executive who currently serves as the Development and Communications Director for The Nash. She is also the owner of Bella Vita Consulting Group. As a millennial giving specialist and advocate for increased diversity in the nonprofit sector, Naquana is committed to ensuring that the nonprofit sector reflects, and is centered around, the community it serves. Naquana has worked in numerous program areas including the arts, education and civil law , but is most passionate about solving racial disparities in the housing and homelessness sector. A native New Yorker, she now resides in South Phoenix with her husband and enjoys cooking and baking for all who will eat. Fun fact, before she began Naquana working in nonprofit, she was a trained opera singer!

EDWIN MEHTA
YNPN Phoenix Former President (2022)

Eddie is a motivated nonprofit professional who seeks to make a positive impact on his community through volunteering, board service, and through a variety of mentorship networks. Eddie is passionate about helping kids receive the support they need, whether through the education provided by Junior Achievement or through emotional support provided through Camp Kesem ASU.

COMMITTEE CHAIRS

CAMILA OLAVE RODRÍGUEZ

YNPN Phoenix Communications Chair

Camila was born and raised in Colombia and moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 2015 to continue her education. She is currently pursuing her BA in Public Service and Public Policy (Business) at ASU. She has over six years of experience in higher education in a variety of roles including assessment and qualitative research. She works at Creosote Partners, the only progressive lobbying firm in Arizona. Camila’s policy interests lie in economic justice, education, housing equity, and anything related to data and research and using such skills to advance a cause or issue. In her free time, she practices boxing, supports local restaurants, and takes care of her plants.
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SAMANTHA GROFF

YNPN Phoenix Programs Chair

Sam grew up with and in the Phoenix arts, culture, and nonprofit community. A graduate of Arizona State University she received her Bachelor’s degree in Art History along with minors in Anthropology and Art Education. She interned at the Archaeological Research Institute before landing her first job at the Heard Museum. In 2016 she received her Master’s Certificate in Nonprofit Business from ASU Lodestar and went on to work at Arizona Science Center, Arizona Citizens for the Arts, Phoenix Public Library, and currently Scottsdale Arts. She has a one year old golden retriever mix that she is happy to talk to anyone about at any and all times.
Harmony Nelson

RAMIAH JACKSON

YNPN Phoenix Membership Co-Chair

With a degree in Business Public Policy and Public Service and a certification as a Certified Nonprofit Professional, Ramiah's goal is to combine her passion of business principles and heart for the nonprofit community into one. Her love of connecting with people, led her to coordinating and managing volunteer events and volunteers for the past 7 years and continues to do so, as she guides others into making a difference in the community. Ramiah is on a mission to fight for justice and will continue to do so until everyone sees themselves represented in every aspect of society. She is excited to join the board for the Young Nonprofit Professional Network and connect with other young professionals to create a diverse and equitable community.
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TAYLOR SCHULTE

YNPN Phoenix Membership Co-Chair

Taylor is an Education Manager with an interest in building equitable communities. She has a DEI-focused approach. Being able to help provide people with opportunities to overcome diversity and being a changemaker in her community fills Taylor with purpose.

BOARD MEMBERS

KARI BARBER

JULIE HEINEKING

KATIE KOLODZIEJ

KARISSA PLETTA

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