Young Professionals Board

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Mission & Purpose

Founded in 2015, the mission of the Ranken Jordan Young Professionals Board is to support patients of the hospital and their families while promoting the “Care Beyond the Bedside^®” model within the St. Louis young professional community.

Through fundraising efforts, volunteer activities, and peer education, the Young Professionals Board members serve with the same innovation and relationship building skills that helped establish Ranken Jordan in 1941. By joining us, you will foster leadership skills, enhance your professional network and credibility, and build invaluable relationships that could benefit you for a lifetime. Above all, this is an opportunity for you to get involved with a local organization that is making waves and changing lives across the nation.

Follow us on Facebook @RJYPB | Instagram @rankenjordanypb

Requirements

Members of the Young Professionals Board are expected to:

Be between the age of 21-40
Support Young Professionals Board initiatives through planning, attendance, and donations
Attend and/or volunteer at 50% or more meetings and qualifying YPB events
“Give or get” an annual donation of $100 to Ranken Jordan while serving as a member

Events

In addition to participating in various fundraisers and volunteer opportunities hosted by the hospital, the Young Professionals Board puts on its own events.

Some of our current events include:

Trivia Night
Ranken Jordan Gala After Party
5K For Play

Some of our past events have been:

Chris Cakes Charity Challenge
Fringe & Fedoras (1920s-themed party)
Profit Share Happy Hours at Ballpark Village and Wheelhouse
Putt-Putt for Peds

Interested in joining?

Complete this form and a member of the Ranken Jordan Development team will follow up.

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Young Professional Board: A group consisting of young professionals in the age range of 21-40 who are eager about the mission and values of Ranken Jordan. These members meet quarterly, host events throughout the year, and advocate for Ranken Jordan.

Friends of Ranken Jordan Advisory Group: A group that focuses on growing the public awareness of Ranken Jordan and raising more funds through special events and activities. These members give ideas, guidance, and suggestions on events. They meet quarterly, have some occasional one on one meetings and then attend Ranken Jordan events.

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What Members Are Saying

I am thankful for the opportunity to support Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital because of the amazing impact they have on families’ lives. They provide resources, support and true kindness when families are in their greatest time of need. My small part hopefully can continue to make a lasting difference in the big picture that Ranken Jordan gives to the community of Saint Louis.
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Bridget Bitza

Being a part of the YPB has provided me the opportunity to combine my love of volunteering and passion for healthcare. I am so happy to be a part of an organization that allows me to meet other like-minded young professionals and give back to the community. It’s been so much fun to interact with the kids at Ranken and make friends in the process.
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Kara Yeager

I fell in love with the mission and culture of Ranken Jordan. I wanted to be a part of something much bigger than myself, which is why I joined YPB. I love being able to connect with other young professionals and come together to advocate for the patients and families that Ranken Jordan serves.
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Ally Barone

My favorite thing to do as a YPB member is volunteer at family fun day and get to know the kids on a more personal level! I love planning fun events to show people what an incredible place Ranken is!
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Katie Prosperi

YPB Current Board

Executive Committee

Executive Committee Chairperson – Megan Ottomeyer

Secretary/Treasurer – Kate Kemper

Membership Committee Chairs – Jack and Katie Prosperi

YPB Events Chair – Allyson Barone

Ranken Jordan Events Chair – Molly Jelacic

Publicity Chair – Kara Yeager

Members

Gabi Allen

Olivia Arter

Bridget Bitza

Haley Burdett

Addie Cameron

Ida Chen

Thomas Detmer

Meredith Dorr

Hollie Edwards

Katie Eschbacher

Coco Farrell

Nicholas Fiquette

Lara Gillingham

Lionel Gumireddy

Leija Hamidovic

Will Hebrank

Sam Hunsicker

MacKenzie Hynes

Amy Kief

Clare LaBlance

Courtney Maloney

Katherine McAtee

Chris Mabie

Kaitlin McCormick

Regan McCoy

Bill Melvin

Paul Ohlms

Hiral Patel

Paul Redel

Grace Ruddy

Lauren Schmuke

Ben Tiller

Grihith Varaday

Noelle Wiseman

Chris Wittich