Chicago Associate Board
Our associate board is a group of professionals who are committed to supporting and promoting our AmeriCorps members and organizational goals.
Beth Alberty is a two-time City Year alum (Washington, D.C. ‘14 and ‘15) and currently works as a Strategy Analyst at Mathematica. At Mathematica, Beth supports foundation and government clients in developing evidence-informed strategies to impact public well-being, specifically around issues of education and employment. Prior to joining Mathematica, Beth spent 5 years in government strategy consulting with Deloitte. She is passionate about optimizing the City Year corps member experience and scaling City Year’s model as a way to advance educational equity. Beth holds a B.A. in Urban Affairs and an M.A. in Political Science from Saint Louis University.
Dan is the Senior Manager of Data Solutions at Creative Fundraising Advisors, where he leads all data analysis projects and consults non-profit clients on data best practices. He recently served as Director of Impact Analytics at City Year Chicago, which motivated him to join the Associate Board. Dan has been a strong proponent for national service since he served with AmeriCorps*NCCC during Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts. Dan earned his MPA from University of Illinois at Chicago with a focus in public policy and data analysis. His graduate research included statistical methodology to analyze property assessment data and measuring effective urban policies. He lives in Portage Park with his wife, son and dog, Bones.
As a Staff Engineer at UL Solutions, Jerry has more than 16 years’ experience in product certification, auditing and working with manufacturers to ensure the products manufactured for use in the Oil and Gas Industry are safe and built to the highest quality standards. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois (Chicago). Jerry serves as a youth leader in his church and enjoys being a mentor to the youth and young engineers. When he is not traveling, he enjoys hanging out with family and friends. Jerry enjoys participating in competitive sports and enjoys learning how to build structures with wood. Jerry currently resides in Oak Lawn, a suburb of Chicago with his beautiful wife Regine and their three children, Naima, Nathan and Nia.
Gerald Bobal is currently an Associate at Tyree & D'Angelo Partners (“TDP”), a private equity investment firm based in Chicago. Prior to joining TDP, he was an Investment Banking Analyst with the Peakstone Group. Gerald received a BS in Finance from the Ohio State University.
Gerald is passionate about educational opportunity and economic mobility and how the two intersect. Outside of work, Gerald enjoys following Ohio State football, traveling, being outside, and exploring Chicago.
Richard Green is a Chicago native, who grew up on the city’s west side. The youngest of three children, his parents developed in him a strong work ethic and belief in the importance of family and faith.
When his mother became disabled, he learned first-hand the profound importance of planning. It was this personal experience that reinforced his career path and his commitment to helping others plan for the expected and unexpected. Now as a Growth and Development Director, Green takes on a leadership role attracting, selecting, developing, and retaining a team of financial advisors. Through coaching and mentoring, Green will work with his team members to define a career path best for them.
Proud of his Afro-Latino heritage, he aims to bring financial education and empowerment to the African American and Latin American communities.
He is a passionate fan of all things sports. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking and entertaining.
Green received a bachelor's degree in business administration from Dominican University. He resides in Elmwood Park with his wife Nicole and their two children Jace and Aria.
Emalee Pearson is a mental health therapist and the Director of Outreach & Operations at Sage Therapy Chicago. Prior to her current role she held positions at the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s Youth Safety and Violence Prevention program, the University of Chicago’s Center for Youth Violence Prevention, and Mission Measurement, a social impact strategy and consulting firm. Emalee is passionate about advancing equity in public education and believes deeply in City Year’s mission to improve educational outcomes. Emalee holds an MPH and MSW from the University of Illinois Chicago and lives in Chicago’s Woodlawn community with her husband and young son.
Josh is an Account Director at LinkedIn where he works as a strategic partner for nonprofit organizations across North America supporting them in leveraging LinkedIn to meet their talent and fundraising, and business development needs. Prior to LinkedIn, Josh spent a decade in the nonprofit sector, primarily in fundraising and partnership roles at education-focused organizations. He began his career serving two years as an AmeriCorps member with City Year Los Angeles, and then an additional three years on staff. Josh most recently worked as the Director of Development and Interim Executive Director for Spark Program Chicago. Josh is a graduate of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and lives on Chicago’s north side with his wife and son.
Shawn is an impact investor at Avathon Capital, an investment platform headquartered in Chicago that is committed to fostering innovation and impact in the education and workforce management markets. His role at Avathon entails sourcing, evaluating, executing, and managing private equity investments across the education continuum from “PreK to Grey”. As a first-generation college graduate, the father of two young children, and an active participant in the investing landscape, Shawn knows that access to education and continued transformation of the sector has the power to transform lives and solve many of our most complicated societal problems. Shawn graduated summa cum laude from the Carroll School of Management at Boston College and has proudly served on the City Year Chicago Associate Board since March 2017.
Skyler Hill (any/all pronouns) is currently a Senior Associate at KPMG Chicago, where he is furthering his mission to improve the working world. Skyler has experience in various areas of human resources and is particularly passionate about global compensation, human-centric design, and DEI. Prior to joining KPMG, Skyler earned his MILR degree at Cornell University and BAs in HR Management and Marketing at Baylor University. Outside of work, Skyler loves reading books, visiting the Art Institute of Chicago, playing volleyball, and trying new restaurants. Growing up homeschooled, Skyler has seen multiple sides of America’s educational system and is excited to help improve educational equity.
Patrick In is currently a Senior Associate at JPMorgan Chase. Prior to joining the private sector he spent most of his career in various fundraising roles at Northwestern University and the Chicago Community Trust. Pat is also a two-time City Year AmeriCorps member alumnus (Chicago ’13, Care Force ’14), a former City Year Staff Member, and former member of City Year Chicago’s alumni board. He is excited to come back to City Year as an Associate Board Member and continue supporting its mission of helping students and schools succeed. Pat holds a B.A. in Human Biology from Indiana University, M.A. in Public Policy from the University of Chicago, and M.B.A from the University of Notre Dame.
Kevin Finnegan has spent his career working to close the gap between potential and prosperity, one student at a time. He began his career as an AmeriCorps member at a college access nonprofit supporting first-generation students on the path to and through college and has continued this focus over the last ten years running mentoring programs for students and young professionals.
Kevin is a Senior Consultant in Deloitte’s Government and Public Service Practice, working at the intersection of business, education, technology, and people. Outside of client work he plays a leading role in numerous initiatives including partnerships with nonprofit partners City Year Chicago and Braven.
Outside of work, Kevin enjoys spending time with his wife Anna, son Henry, dog Barkley, and exploring the best food and drink Chicago has to offer. He holds a dual MBA/MPP from the University of Michigan and a B.A. in Political Science from Macalester College, where he also sits on the Alumni Board.
Kevin Jacobs was born and raised in the Chicago area, living mostly in Joliet and Hinsdale. He graduated from the Taft School in Watertown, CT before attending Miami University of Ohio for his undergraduate studies. In 2008, he graduated with a bachelor’s of science in English Education. Although he enjoys working with students, Kevin decided to put his literary skills to use as a reporter with the Lowell Sun Newspaper, before being accepted into the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. In 2010 he graduated with a master’s of science in Journalism from Medill. Since his graduation he has immersed himself in his family businesses, working in both Naperville and Hinsdale. He currently serves as the VP of Manufacturer Relations and aspires to carry on the tradition and legacy left behind by his late father, with a commitment to the future success of their company and its employees. Kevin and his wife, Mary, welcomed their first child in June and reside in the Western Suburbs.
Tim is a Senior Estimator at W.E. O’Neil Construction. He currently works in the general construction industry on commercial and multi-family projects ranging from interiors and building renovations to ground-up new construction throughout various markets and sectors nationwide. In 2022, Tim was nominated for the Outstanding GC Estimator Award.
Tim is a first-generation American born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona and is one of seven siblings. His parents immigrated to the United States in 1974 from South Vietnam. Tim is a graduate from Arizona State University (GO DEVILS!) with a degree in Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design. He moved to Chicago in 2015 and currently resides on Chicago’s north side. When Tim is not at work, he loves traveling anywhere from backpacking in Southeast Asia to leaf-peeping in Wisconsin. When he is not traveling, he enjoys spending time on his boat and fishing. Tim also devotes time to give back to the community and is an active volunteer at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, ACE Mentor Program Chicago, and is proud to be serving on the City Year Chicago Associate Board.
Carrie Mangan is a financial advisor at Private Vista, where she enjoys helping clients to build up their own financial knowledge and make empowered decisions about their futures. Prior to entering the finance sector in 2019, she worked as a high school English teacher through Teach for America in Gary, Indiana, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She holds a B.A. in English and Creative Writing from the University of Iowa, and an M.S. in Finance from the University of Notre Dame. Carrie has proudly served on City Year’s Associate Board since May 2022 and is a passionate advocate for educational equity in Chicago.
Nana Otutua-Amoah, Esq. is a business immigration attorney at Zulkie Partners. Nana served as an AmeriCorps member with City Year Chicago from 2010 – 2012. Nana is committed to continuing to serve the youth in the Chicago communities. Nana is also a Posse alum and received her bachelor’s degree from DePauw University. Additionally, Nana received her J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law where she served as the president of the Black Law Students Association (BLSA), a Clinician with the Civitas ChildLaw Clinic, and an editor with the Children’s Legal Rights Journal.
Krishna Somayajula is currently a Consultant at Bain & Company. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign and Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management. Krishna has a multitude of experiences within the Chicago civic engagement landscape, including serving on the board of Chicago Cares and interning at P33 Chicago. Krishna has proudly served on City Year Chicago’s Associate Board since April 2017.
Sofia Quezada Hastings was born and raised in the southwest Chicago suburbs. She is a graduate of The University of Texas at Dallas and DePaul University College of Law, and is an intellectual property attorney at Aronberg Goldgehn. She counsels clients with respect to the protection and enforcement of their trademarks and copyrights. Her interest in sports, entertainment, and the creative arts drew her to her practice. As a first-generation American, college graduate, and lawyer, she joined City Year because of the experience she gained through her education and how it impacted her life. In her free time, Sofia enjoys traveling, staying active with yoga and hiking, and exploring the city with her husband Jon and her dog Winnie. They currently reside in Chicago’s Humboldt Park community.
