Young Leadership Committee

A photo of CEL Young Leadership Committee with members.

Get involved and make a difference!

The Young Leadership Committee (YLC) is a passionate group of young professionals dedicated to advancing CEL’s mission: maximizing opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As ambassadors of CEL, YLC members lead engaging philanthropic events, build meaningful partnerships, participate and support fundraising initiatives, volunteer in programs, and contribute their diverse skills to help CEL grow and thrive.

A photo of young leadership committee member doing art with CEL member.

How we make an impact!

The heart of what we do and why it matters.

  • Foster connections with young leaders
  • Plan and execute events to support CEL
  • Volunteer with CEL members
  • Build pipeline of future leaders
  • Participation in CEL committees
  • Representation at Board meetings

Meet the Young Leadership Committee!

YLC and CEL member during Tuesday Art Night.

Danny Bersh

Co-chair
YLC and CEL member during Tuesday Art Night.

Jamie Miller

Co-chair
YLC and CEL member during Tuesday Art Night

Julie Nadig

Co-chair
YLC and CEL member during Tuesday Art Night.

Jonathan Bersh

Committee Member
YLC and CEL member during Tuesday Art Night.

Alex DeTrempe

Committee Member
YLC and CEL member during Tuesday Art Night.

Marielle Epstein

Committee Member
YLC and CEL member during Tuesday Art Night.

Cori Sloan

Committee Member

Past Events

CEL staff with Young Leadership Committee members at fundraiser event.
Young Leadership Commitee members at fundraiser event.

We hosted Homestead on the Roof in the city of Chicago where we welcomed a fun crowd of young professionals (21-39) who are hoping to learn more about CEL.

We welcomed a group of professionals interested in learning more about CEL at Tapster in Lincoln Park to learn more about CEL and how you can support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.