Young Professionals Advisory Council | Chrysalis

Young Professionals Advisory Council

The Young Professionals Advisory Council (YPAC) is a group of young professionals and emerging leaders in the Los Angeles community and beyond who are passionate about supporting Chrysalis to change lives through jobs. 

Established in 2019, YPAC’s primary goal is to build the next generation of advocates and donors for Chrysalis by raising awareness and engagement. YPAC hosts a number of events throughout the year, with opportunities to network, volunteer, and meet Chrysalis staff and clients.

By joining YPAC, you are helping Chrysalis change lives through jobs.

Get Involved

Become a Member

YPAC membership is open to everyone and requires a $120/year or $10/month donation. This amount helps provide professional attire and shoes to five Chrysalis clients.

Become a YPAC Member


Become a Friend

Not ready to commit to a membership?

Become a Friend of YPAC and stay in the loop on YPAC news and upcoming events.

Become a Friend of YPAC


Events

Members and friends get inside access to YPAC events as well as opportunities for deeper involvement with Chrysalis!

Learn More

YPAC Leadership

Kayo Breedon
Product Strategy & Operations Manager, Google
YPAC Chair

Anam Faruqi
Public Affairs, the Walt Disney Company
YPAC Marketing & Communications Lead

Ben Funk
Principal, Leonard Green & Partners 
YPAC Treasurer

Amanda Mooney
Senior Associate, Business and Program Development, Milken Institute
Fundraising & Events Lead

 

Hailey Patel
Product Strategy & Operations Principal, Atlassian
YPAC Service & Community Engagement Lead

Shannon Ryan
Founder, NOVASPARK Consulting
YPAC Membership Lead

Eliza Sanchez
Senior Manager of Development, Chrysalis
YPAC Development Team Representative

Contact Us

YPAC@ChangeLives.org


Volunteer

Are you a member or friend of YPAC? Consider giving the gift of your time and talent by providing one-on-one interview practice and resume-writing services to clients.

Learn more about becoming a Chrysalis volunteer.