Young Alumni Advisory Board

Anne Gusler, BSBA 2018, currently leads Partnerships for a procurement AI software scale-up, SpendHQ. While studying business at Georgia Tech, Anne was also highly involved in the Denning Technology and Management program and the Society of Women in Business. Since graduating, she has gained experience at software firms of varying sizes serving in consulting and sales roles. Anne is also involved with the Georgia Tech South Florida Alumni group where she enjoys planning events for local alumni.

Kelly Albano is a Senior Product Marketing Manager at Databricks, where she leads go-to-market strategies for data governance, security, and compliance product launches. A graduate of Georgia Tech with a degree in Business Administration and a concentration in Information Technology Management, Kelly previously held product marketing and IT project management roles at Microsoft and Zoom. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.

Marcus Arevalo is an OEM Regional Sales Director at Rockwell Automation. Marcus currently leads industrial automation and digital transformation sales for his region. Prior to joining Rockwell, he spent 13 years in the building technologies industry in various leadership roles at Carrier and Johnson Controls.

Marcus holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech and graduated with his MBA from Scheller College of Business in 2014. He currently resides with his family in Franklin, TN.

Lauren Bateman is an accomplished professional with extensive expertise in Technology Business Management (TBM) and Technology Financial Management (TFM). Leveraging expertise in corporate finance, digital transformation and Lean Six Sigma methodologies, she excels in driving cost transparency initiatives and implementing data-driven strategies to optimize technology investments at FedEx. Renowned for innovative approaches to cost optimization and operational efficiency, she fosters transparency and accountability across organizations, enhancing cost visibility and streamlining operations.

Lauren holds an MBA, Management of Technology from Georgia Tech and a BS Finance from Tuskegee University. Beyond professional roles, she is deeply committed to community leadership initiatives through, particularly in financial literacy and advocacy with RightPath. Volunteering to empower underserved communities with essential money management skills is integral to her journey, reflecting a passion for making a positive impact within FedEx and beyond. Residing in Atlanta, GA, she continues to make meaningful contributions in both personal and professional spheres.

Skye Blevins is currently an Engineer Leader at Newell Brands, working on the Baby Car Seats category for the Learning and Development business unit. As a proud "Double Jacket" from Georgia Tech, she graduated with an MBA from the Scheller College of Business in 2023 and a B.S. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from the College of Engineering in 2018. During her time in the Evening MBA program, Skye served a two year term on the Graduate Evening Management Student Board as the VP of Finance and contributed as the Evening MBA Representative on the school-wide MBA Committee. She was instrumental in bringing the first AAPI Business Symposium to Scheller, and she was honored with the Scheller College Dean's Award for Evening MBA Student Excellence in 2023.

Skye is a driven and results-oriented individual with a strong desire to give back and stay connected with her Scheller community. Her unique blend of engineering and business, integrated with her 7+ years of industry experience in consumer products and product development, provides a strategic perspective that continues to help her serve various organizations and companies. Skye currently resides in Atlanta with her husband, Tyler Blevins, whom she met at Georgia Tech, and they enjoy sharing their passion of GT with others.

Before joining McKinsey, Evie was a strategy and merchandising leader at The Home Depot with 7 years of experience driving growth across B2B, B2C, and omnichannel through strategic initiatives in assortment, pricing, and operational transformation.

At Scheller, she served as Chief of Staff for the Georgia Tech Student Government Association and President of the Society of Women in Business, where she led campus-wide advocacy and professional development initiatives. She was also a Scheller Business Ambassador. After graduating, she served as President of the Georgia Tech Alumni Association Board at The Home Depot and led efforts to expand the company’s Merchandising Solutions Co-Op program, helping to build a robust talent pipeline for Georgia Tech students. She is passionate about giving back to Scheller and supporting the next generation of leaders as they navigate their academic and professional paths.

Evie lives in Grant Park with her husband, Eric, and two cats, Sherlock and Enola Holmes. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, aviation, and finding the perfect cup of tea.

Braddon Calloway is a Senior Vice President at PNC Equipment Finance and is responsible for the Greater Georgia, Alabama and Gulf Coast commercial territories. Throughout his career, Mr. Calloway has worked for Hewlett-Packard, GE Capital, and Wells Fargo in roles that encompass underwriting, business development, and relationship management.

Mr. Calloway enjoys volunteering in the Carroll, Douglas, and Pauling County communities through Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. - Rho Pi Lambda Chapter, where he raises funds for the March of Dimes and participates in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta.

Mr. Calloway received his MBA from the Georgia Institute of Technology - Scheller College of Business in 2020 and received his Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from the University of West Georgia - Richards College of Business in 2008. A native of Dalton, GA, Mr. Calloway resides in Mableton, GA with his wife Amanda Calloway.

Duane Carthy is a Vice President at Morgan Stanley with over 20 years of experience of building strong relationships, driving revenue, efficiency, and scale, in the Financial Services / FinTech industry. Known for his dynamic energy, creativity, and being a change manager that’s proven to deliver uncommon results in effectively developing and fostering long-term and profitable relationships with strategic partners and key decision makers of Fortune 500s, emerging and global sized companies. Fortified with a passion for excellence, mixed with an exceptionally collaborative yet decisive leadership style, have been the keys to his ability to successfully develop, empower, and maximize the productivity of direct and extended teams nationally and globally in fast paced and competitive environments. He earned his bachelor's degree from Morehouse College and his Master of Business Administration in Global Business Management from the Scheller College of Business at Georgia Institute of Technology.

Sara Chamberlain is currently a Program Manager with the In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity team at Delta Air Lines. She graduated with her MBA from the Scheller College of Business in 2021, and she also holds two undergraduate degrees in Theatre and Marketing from the University of Georgia. Sara’s professional experience spans across customer experience, consulting, product management, and digital marketing.

Robert manages the ATDC FinTech program, providing acceleration opportunities to portfolio companies and fostering their development and growth. He also manages ATDC relationships with investors, prospective business partners, CEOs, and community technology leaders to promote market outreach and business development in the FinTech ecosystem.

He is an accomplished executive in financial services, management consulting, hedge funds, payment operations, wealth management, and FinTech. Before joining ATDC, he facilitated peer-to-peer sessions with leading companies in the banking, payments, and FinTech space to uncover best practices in their operations, compliance, risk, and fraud units. Robert helps founders across the Southeast, mainly in a fintech-specific capacity. He has also helped with various programs such as the Tampa Bay Wave Accelerator, RevTech Labs, Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Startup Runway, and Startup Showdown and even led cohorts with the Fintech South Innovation Challenge. He is also the Founder and Chief Comedy Officer of Standups & Startups, producing comedy and improv events for the startup and small business community. Launched in late 2023, this Atlanta-based company is quickly growing and expanding it’s shows and workshops across the Southeast.

Robert received his Bachelor of Science in Management at the Georgia Institute of Technology and his MBA from Georgia Tech's Scheller College of Business.

In addition, Robert enjoys collecting classic cars and timepieces and particularly enjoys the similarities in the engineering of their elegant designs and mechanical beauty.

Sadie Frame graduated from the Scheller College of Business at Georgia Tech in December 2022, with a concentration in Strategy and Innovation and a certificate in Business Analytics. She currently works at The Home Depot, supporting strategic initiatives through business intelligence, data visualization, and analytics. Sadie combines technical skills in Tableau and SQL with a focus on delivering clear, actionable insights. She is excited to bring her skills and perspective to the Young Alumni Board.

Liz Davis is currently a Senior Strategy Consultant at IBM. She previously worked in digital marketing at top Atlanta corporations and advertising agencies before obtaining her MBA from Scheller in 2021. While at Scheller, she served as president of the evening MBA board, obtained a certificate in Management of Technology and participated in the International Practicum. She also holds a bachelor's degree from Georgia Tech (class of 2013). 

Bartlet DeProspo is currently the Senior Director of Business Development at Saras Micro Devices. Saras Micro Devices is a high-performance computing start-up based out of Atlanta, GA. Prior to that, Bart worked as the Director of Product Management at Saras Micro Devices and before that at Novelis as a Product Development Lead where the products developed there served as the enabling technology on which Saras was founded.

He holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering as well as an MBA from the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business. He also has a B.S. in Nanoscale Engineering and a B.A. in Mathematics from SUNY Albany.

Daniel Diaz currently leads the Data Acquisition and Operational Technology (OT) Cyber Security team supporting Southern Company's non-nuclear generation fleet. In addition to having over a decade of experience in the energy industry, Daniel also worked for the United States' Department of Defense as a fleet support engineer. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico - Mayagüez (UPRM) campus, a Master’s in Business Administration from the Georgia Institute of Technology and is a registered Professional Engineer in the states of Alabama and Georgia.

Thea Dietrick is an alumna of Scheller College of Business's full time MBA program, graduating in 2020. Currently, she is the Director of Customer Growth at Stord, an e-commerce fulfillment and software start-up headquartered in Atlanta. During her tenure at Stord, she has held several titles all focused on operational excellence and elevating her customer's service experience.

Thea also holds three undergraduate degress in International Business, Economics and Human Resources as well a minor in Chinese Studies, from the University of South Carolina. She currently lives in East Atlanta and in her free time enjoys playing tennis.

Andrew Eskander is a graduate from the fulltime program in 2021. He is currently a Senior Manager at Protiviti where he is an IT consultant helping organizations standup and execute long term Program Management solutions.

Garry Fielding serves as an Operating Partner at Francisco Partners, specializing in Organizational Effectiveness and HR Operations. Drawing on over two decades of experience in HR technology, consulting, and organizational transformation, Garry works with portfolio company leadership teams to design and implement strategies that enable growth, scale, and cultural alignment. He also partners with Francisco Partners’ investment teams to drive value creation in complex private equity transactions, including mergers and acquisitions. Garry earned his B.S. in Computer Science from Morehouse College and his MBA in Management of Technology from Georgia Tech.

Lauren Gordon is currently an Associate Merchant at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Before joining Abercrombie & Fitch full-time, she gained experience in a variety of industries—working in high school recruiting for GT Football, logistics coordination at Formula Freight, and recruitment marketing as an intern at Inspire Brands.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Scheller College of Business in May 2023, with a concentration in Marketing. She also completed a minor in Engineering and Business through the Denning Technology & Management (T&M) Program. During her time at Georgia Tech, Lauren held leadership roles on the executive boards of Scheller Business Ambassadors, the Society of Women in Business, and Alpha Gamma Delta.

Outside of work, Lauren enjoys spending quality time with friends and family—whether exploring new cities or trying out new restaurants. She is an avid pickleball player and dancer, and she also enjoys reading and cooking or baking at home. Lauren is actively involved in volunteer work through the SeriousFun Children’s Network, where she supports camp programs designed for children with serious illnesses.

Leo Haigh is a Senior Analyst in the commercial organization at American Airlines. Prior to joining American, Leo’s career experience included roles ranging from the UK Parliament to the technology sector. Born and raised in the United Kingdom, Leo received his bachelor’s degree in Politics from the University of Nottingham in 2013 and his master’s degree in Business Administration from Georgia Tech in 2023. He lives in Dallas, Texas.

Marcus Harmon is the Regional Director of Operations for BMH Equipment LLC. Prior to his corporate transition, Marcus served in the United States Army deploying to the Middle East and the Pacific region. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton and a master’s degree in business administration from the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business.

Sebastian Ibarra is an Aladdin Data Business Partner at BlackRock, where he collaborates across business units to align Aladdin Data capabilities with firm-wide strategic objectives. He previously managed transportation operations data analytics at UPS, an IT Project Manager at UPS Capital, and supported international humanitarian logistics with agencies including the UNHCR, WFP, and th Red Cross.

His global experience spans roles in Seoul and Beijing on foreign policy initiatives, serving as a faculty instructor in Eastern philosophy, and advising policy strategy in Georgia’s statehouse. Sebastian holds degrees from Emory University (BA), Indiana University (MPA), and Georgia Tech (EMBA in Technology Management), where he also served as a Sustainability Fellow and startup advisor with Atlanta Tech Angels and VentureSouth.

Born in Quito and raised in Atlanta, he’s a LEAD Atlanta alum, former rugby player, and live music enthusiast with deep roots in Asia and Latin America.

Jonathan King ("JK") is Senior Manager of Investments & Research at Coinbase Ventures, the corporate venture arm of Coinbase responsible for investing into early-stage crypto and web3 startups. JK has been investing and advising projects in the crypto sector since 2017, and has 12+ years of functional experience that spans product, engineering, and corporate strategy. JK completed his undergraduate studies at Georgia State University and graduated from the Georgia Tech Scheller Evening MBA Program in 2022.

Darby Kosten currently serves as the Chief of Staff to the CTO of Microsoft Azure, where she manages internal business operations and customer engagement. Previously, she worked at Microsoft as a product manager for Windows devices. Darby graduated from the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business in May 2020 with a concentration in Information Technology Management (ITM) and a minor in Computing & Business through the Denning Technology & Management Program (T&M).

Annie Lai is a Global IT Planning and Operations leader and Interim Chief of Staff for the Digital Technology Solutions (DTS), Digital Marketing and Sales (DMS) organization at Kimberly-Clark Corporation. She graduated with her EMBA from GT Scheller College of Business in 2021 with a concentration in Management of Technology. While at Scheller, Annie served on the Student Leadership Team and was named ‘Poets&Quants 2021 Best & Brightest Executive MBA’. She also served on the GT Atlanta Intown Network Board as co-President, Scheller DEI Council, and Harvard Business Review Advisory Council.

Annie is a certified Chief of Staff. She also holds a Master of Arts in bioethics from The Center for Ethics at Emory University and Bachelor of Science degrees in biochemistry, chemistry, and biology from the University of Missouri - Columbia. Her diverse professional experience spans across information technology, life science research, healthcare, operations, innovation and entrepreneurship, data science, and emerging technologies.

Kyle Laubenstein is currently an Associate at Starwood Capital Group, a real estate private equity firm with $115 billion in assets under management. He focuses on the investment management and disposition of apartment assets throughout the US.

Kyle graduated from the Scheller College of Business with a concentration in Finance in 2020. While at Georgia Tech, he was heavily involved with the GTSF Investments Committee and the EXCEL Program. In his free time, Kyle enjoys attempting to break 90 on the golf course, playing tennis, and cheering on the Jackets, Braves, and Falcons.

Thomas Landzert is a Senior Associate at PwC in the Deals Transformation Consulting practice, specializing in the Banking and Capital Markets sector. With over six years of experience in financial services, Thomas has a strong background in client advisory roles, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and transformative financial consulting.

Thomas graduated with an MBA from the Georgia Institute of Technology - Scheller College of Business in 2023. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of South Carolina, completed in 2014. Thomas resides in Atlanta, Georgia.

Suzy Livingston is a Sr. Associate Brand Manager at Georgia-Pacific, where she serves on the marketing strategy team for the Dixie brand, focusing on growing its B2B business. Prior to pursuing her MBA, Suzy built a strong foundation in higher education, holding positions across marketing, project management, and event planning. A South Florida native, Suzy earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from the University of Florida in 2017 and her MBA from the Georgia Institute of Technology’s Scheller College of Business in 2022.

Reem Mansoura currently serves as the Director of Implementation & Integration at HD Supply. She has a background in project portfolio management, business process improvement, and supply chain optimization, and leads initiatives focused on transformation and M&A integration. Prior to joining HD Supply, Reem worked for the strategic consulting team at McKesson supporting healthcare payer and provider solutions.

Reem holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech and graduated with her MBA from Scheller in 2021 with a concentration in Operations Management.

Divad Miles currently serves as a Senior Health Information Consultant for Elevance Health. Prior to this role, she served five years with Kaiser Permanente in both the provider and insurance sectors. She has served as a guest lecturer for MGT 3662 - Management in the Healthcare Sector under the mentorship of Professor Bill Todd.

She holds a Doctorate in Health Administration from the University of Mississippi and a Masters of Science in Health Informatics from Mercer University. Divad graduated from Scheller in 2017 with a concentration in Information Technology Management and a minor in Health, Medicine, and Society.

In her spare time, you can find her helping others find their dream home! As a part-time real estate agent and a Georgia native, Divad comes from a family background of over 30 years of real estate expertise in Georgia.

Sarah Morgan, BSBA 2019, currently works at commercial real estate firm, Partners, on the Land Team. Prior to commercial real estate, Sarah worked at Deloitte Consulting. While studying business at Georgia Tech, Sarah was involved in the Denning Technology and Management program and Georgia Tech Student Ambassadors

Sarah is a third-generation Tech grad and enjoys spending Saturdays in the fall cheering on the Yellow Jackets in Bobby Dodd with her family.

Lauren Nohl is a Consulting Manager at Landmark, specializing in strategic roadmapping, stakeholder management, and technology modernization. A proud Georgia Tech alumnus, Lauren graduated from the Scheller College of Business with a concentration in Strategy & Innovation in May 2021. During her time at Georgia Tech, she was involved with the Undergraduate Consulting Club, Habitat for Humanity, and the Society of Women in Business.

Lauren is a passionate leader who seeks to positively impact the communities and organizations around her. In her free time, Lauren is an avid sports fan and cheers for the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Bucks, and, of course, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. She is currently a Fundraising Chairperson for the Habitat for Humanity North-Central Georgia Women's Build group and is an actress in local theatre and film.

Jason is a Senior Associate at Roark Capital, an Atlanta based private equity firm with $38 billion in assets under management. He focuses on due diligence, financial modeling, and portfolio management for consumer and business service companies.

Emily Salmond is an Associate at Goldman Sachs, where she is part of their Private Wealth Management business in Atlanta. Prior to joining the firm full-time, she held internships at Goldman Sachs, Engage Ventures, and Siemens and served as president of the Society of Women in Business.

Emily holds a bachelor’s degree from the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business, graduating in May 2022 with a concentration in Finance and a minor in Engineering & Business through the Denning Technology & Management Program (T&M).

Aparna Sharma is Vice President of Product Marketing at GreenSky® head-quartered in Atlanta, where she leads go-to-market strategy, customer insights, and corporate digital platforms. She has helped scale companies across fintech, cybersecurity, and SaaS-based technology firms through strategic marketing and cross-functional leadership.

She earned her Executive MBA from Georgia Tech’s Scheller College of Business in 2021, with a concentration in Management of Technology. A fitness enthusiast and outdoor adventurer, she calls Atlanta home.

Chad Sims serves as the Director of Customer Engagement & Loyalty Execution at FOCUS Brands, a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes over 6500 Auntie Anne’s, Carvel, Cinnabon, Jamba, McAlister’s, Moe’s, and Schlotzsky’s locations worldwide. Chad is responsible for the owned communications and customer platforms engaging with over 17 million customers across the portfolio’s reward programs. Chad is active in the community, serving on the GT Alumni Association board of trustees, volunteering for local alumni networks, and chairing FOCUS Brands’ Black Employee Group.

Chad received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Operations and Supply Chain Management from the Scheller College of Business in 2015. Chad lives in Atlanta with his wife, Ashley Sims BME ’16, and their dog Kai.

Jillian Spayde is currently a Manager of Inventory Strategy & Analytics at The Home Depot, where she has served for 13 years. In her time at The Home Depot, Jillian has leveraged her Supply Chain expertise to manage operational portfolios in the Garden, Building Materials and Lighting departments, to develop innovative processes, and to lead several strategic cost-savings initiatives.

As a Double Jacket, Jillian holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering (2011) from Georgia Tech and completed her MBA at Scheller in 2023 with a concentration in Strategy & Innovation.

Scott Spencer’s 15 years of professional work has given him a broad set of skills and experiences. While at Delta Air Lines, Scott was a big data analyst before that term was invented, and his work there earned an award for contributions to the Marketing Department. He went on to spend 9 years as a manufacturing consultant, where he worked with a dozen Fortune 500 customers delivering projects as both an external and embedded resource. Notable companies Scott’s worked with include Anheuser-Busch, Eli Lilly, Keurig Dr Pepper, Kimberly-Clark, PepsiCo, and UPS.

A ‘Double Jacket’, Scott’s had the pleasure of attending Georgia Tech twice. For undergrad, Scott earned his Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a Minor in Law, Science, and Technology. During those years, Scott led many organizations dedicated to student recruitment. In 2022, Scott graduated from the Scheller College of Management with an MBA. He’s gone on to continue working in marketing, with a focus on the customer experience.

In his personal life, Scott’s active in advocacy roles, having spent a decade volunteering with the Human Rights Campaign. Besides winning an award for leadership in political organization, the HRC has honored Scott by making him co-chair of the largest LGBTQ fundraiser in the southeast for 2026 and 2027. One of Scott’s favorite activities is playing ‘Uncle Scott’ to his friends’ children, a title he loves. Scott grew up in Marietta, GA, and currently lives in Midtown.

Dylan is a May 2019 Scheller graduate, where he concentrated in Finance. He began his career as a Business Analyst in Deloitte Consulting’s Strategy & Analytics practice. He has since been at The Home Depot for four years, where he began as an Analyst in Pricing Strategy. He is currently a Senior Manager of Pro Sales Operations, developing innovative solutions to better serve the Pro contractor. Outside of work, Dylan enjoys trivia, bowling, playing softball, and teaching and practicing yoga. He currently lives with his brother, Zach BSBA ‘17, in East Atlanta Village.

Courtney Valis drives AI transformation for enterprises in the manufacturing vertical at Microsoft as an AI Business Solutions Specialist. In her previous role, she focused on enhancing collaboration by transitioning organizations from Zoom to Teams as a Teams Technical Specialist. Before joining Microsoft, Courtney held several key positions in various industries. She was a Senior Manager overseeing the eCommerce website for Carters, an Agile Coach at Delta Air Lines, and an Account Executive at AT&T. Additionally, Courtney taught C# programming as an adjunct professor at Georgia Gwinnett College until 2023, when she retired to focus on her family after the birth of her first daughter.

Courtney graduated from Georgia Tech in 2017 with an MBA. She holds a degree in Management Information Systems and an IT minor from Georgia Gwinnett College. Beyond the classroom, Courtney is an accomplished speaker, presenting at conferences both internationally and domestically, as well as at other Fortune 500 companies on topics ranging from technology to emotional intelligence. Courtney is passionate about giving back to the Atlanta community and served as a board member for Peachtree Creek Greenway, a non-profit focused on expanding greenspace and connecting the Beltline to other transportation hubs.

Rachel Ware is Sr. Business Development Manager for Smarsh, a software firm specializing in the governance of digital communications. In this role she fosters strategic alliances with advisory consultants and technology companies servicing financial services organizations.

In previous roles she served as Management Consultant for the Alexander Group and Client Experience Manager for Oversight Systems. At Oversight, she acted as a people leader, managing and motivating a team of project managers responsible for software implementations. Most of her 11-year career has been in the compliance software industry.

Rachel is originally from Charleston, SC and relocated to Atlanta in 2010 for her undergrad studies. She received her BBA from Emory in 2014 and her MBA from GA Tech’s Scheller Evening Program in 2023. Rachel has a passion for social causes including childhood education, social justice reform, and community involvement. During her time at Scheller she served on the board of Blacks in Business, an organization she continues to support. She is a volunteer at Cornerstone Church, an Atlanta Yelp elite member, and avid traveler.

Jabrille Williams is a distinguished alumnus of the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business, where he earned his Executive MBA in 2022. He is currently back at Georgia Tech pursuing a Master’s in Cybersecurity and also holds a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from Georgia Tech. Jabrille works as a Consultant at Mendo Cybersecurity, where he helps organizations strengthen their governance, risk, and compliance programs, achieve security framework readiness, and address evolving cybersecurity threats through strategic guidance and tailored solutions.

Before attending Georgia Tech, Jabrille earned his undergraduate degree in English from Binghamton University, where he played basketball for the Bearcats, and went on to complete two Master’s degrees there — one in Urban Planning and another in Sustainability.

An active community volunteer, Jabrille contributes to local initiatives in DeKalb County and across the Atlanta Metro Area. He is passionate about mentoring young professionals, supporting educational programs, and participating in community development projects that improve the quality of life for residents.

Jabrille is married to Kimberley Williams, and they have two children, Olyvia and Herbie IV. In his free time, he enjoys family outings, going on walks with his kids, reading, practicing yoga, pilates, and meditating.

Yao Wu is a Product Manager for Azure Hardware System Infrastructure at Microsoft. Previously, she worked in logistics and management consulting. Yao has extensive experience in supply chain, business development, program management, change management, and Lean Six Sigma.

Yao graduated with a Master's degree in Business Administration from Georgia Tech in 2017. She also holds a master's degree in International Relations, a bachelor's degree in Music from Troy University, and a bachelor's degree in Music Education from Soochow University, China.

Yao is passionate about supporting underserved communities and helping others achieve more. She lives in Atlanta with her husband, two children, a dog, and a sassy cat named Chelsea.