Leadership
The mission of the Pensacola Young Professionals is to develop, retain, and connect young professionals to the community and each other.
Board of Directors & Leadership
The Board of Directors and Leadership Team are comprised of PYP members in good standing who have been active members and are now interested in taking on a leadership role in the organization.
The Board of Directors is made up of 10 to 11 voting board members. The board meets once a month and provides recommendations and feedback on new PYP initiatives.
Each Vice President oversees a related committee of chairs. Chair positions are a part of the leadership team, but are not voting members of the Board of Directors. Chair positions are entry-level positions designed to provide members with opportunities to get involved in the organization and learn more about the organization.
Most Board of Director and Leadership Team positions are one-year terms with an option to renew for a second year. Board Applications typically open in January and selection occurs in February. New board members begin their terms in April.
Our board hosts monthly committee workshop meetings to discuss upcoming programs and events and evaluate the work we're doing in the community. We welcome you to join us, share your ideas and feedback, and get involved in the groundwork of PYP!
Our Leadership
Our dedicated volunteer board and leadership team create valuable programming and new opportunities to further the mission of PYP
Anna Lochas
Director of University Events
University of West Florida
Hayden Crusberg
Marketing Coordinator
University of West Florida
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Nick Williamson
Owner
Williamson CPA
Troupe Brewer
Lawyer
Clark Partington
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Annie Rose
Office Manager
CO:LAB Pensacola
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Brandon Nelson
Chick-fil-A Nine Mile
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David Hoffenberg
Chief Operating Officer
HCA Florida West Hospital
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Dylan Derouen
HSE/QC Manager
Gulf Coast Industrial
James Dare
Roofing Consultant
Quality Roofing
Kelsey Griffin
Director of Marketing
Balanced Brands Hospitality Group
Monica Wright
Resource Manager
Huron Consulting Group
Michael Tona
Account Manager
Tyler Kercher State Farm Insurance Agent
Christie Saffold
Development Manager
ReadyKids!
Kenon Beasley
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Navy Federal Credit Union
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Lila Cornelio
Founder
Be*YOU*tiful Nutrition
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Matthew Adams
Security Engineer
Huron Consulting Group
Pierce Broscious
Associate Financial Advisor
Saltmarsh Financial Advisors, LLC
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Scarlett Sullens
Legal Assistant
McLeod & Thompson, LLP
William Coe
Structural Engineer
Joe DeReuil Associates
Join our 2026-27 Board of Directors and Leadership Team!
Our Process
PYP is the organization where people in their early career stages can find a place to belong, build a sense of competence about our community, and feel empowered to influence change in a positive direction. It takes dedicated, motivated individuals working together as a team to serve our members, our sponsors, and our community by planning and executing valuable programming and events.
Joining the Team
PYP Leaders are volunteers who give their time, talent, and other resources to elevate PYP and the Pensacola Bay area to the highest level possible.
Board of Directors and Leadership Team positions are appointed to a one-year term with the option for a second year by confirmation of the Board. Terms officially begin April 1 and end March 31, however, new team members are asked to attend meetings in March for on boarding and training.
Members of the Board of Directors are expected to attend the monthly PYP Board meetings that occur on the third Monday of each month as well as the quarterly program meetings and PYP events as available. All board members are expected to attend Board Orientation and retreats.
Chairs are expected to attend their committee meetings, quarterly program meetings, and PYP events as available. Chairs can attend PYP Board meetings, but are only required to attend when called upon by the Board. All Chairs are expected to attend Board Orientation and retreats.
All leaders are expected to proactively and enthusiastically engage with PYP members and potential members at our events and via communication channels; our goal is to ensure everyone feels a sense of welcome, voice, and belonging.
All leaders are expected to stay informed of what’s happening across PYP and communicate all of our offerings to members, potential members, community members, and sponsors.
PYP Members in good standing who are dedicated to personal and professional development and who are passionate about catalyzing positive change in our community. If you are not a member and would like to become one in order to apply, please do so!
Applications are completed online by clicking the link below. Please complete the form and upload your resume by the deadline in order to be considered. Once your application is received, you will be contacted to schedule a 30-minute peer interview. The interview is a chance to see if PYP is a good fit for you and if you are a good fit for PYP.
1. Submit Your Application
Submit your application for the 2026-2027 Board of Directors and Leadership Team by the January 16, 2026 deadline to be considered for any of our positions. We'll follow up to schedule your peer interview once applications close.
2. Peer Interview
We'll conduct peer interviews with a panel comprised of PYP leaders to get to know you better. This is an opportunity for us to get to know you as much as it is for you to get to know us. This is tentatively scheduled for the first week of February 2026.
3. Decisions
You will be notified with the results once the Selection Committee makes a decision. The Selection Committee will present the proposed slate to the Board at our February meeting.
4. On Boarding
We will provide more infomration about the transition process once the Board has voted on the slate. New team members will be required to attend the Board Orientation and Retreat in March. We also ask that they attend the March Board Meeting.
Leadership Opportunities
Interested in growing your leadership skills and serving on a board? Applications for the 2026-27 PYP Board of Directors and Leadership Team are open until January 16, 2026.