Leadership

Kristen Halbert currently serves as Acting President for YPN-ULEM. She received her MS in Urban Planning and Community Development from UMass Boston, where she previously graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor's in Environmental, Earth, and Ocean Science. Kristen's family has been involved with the Urban League for generations, and she has also served as a YPN-ULEM delegate for City Awake and at the Annual NUL Legislative Policy Conference in Washington D.C. In addition to President, she has also led as Civic Engagement Chair and Vice President though she began her time with YPN-ULEM as a member of the Youth Development and Education Committee. Kristen lives in Roxbury, and credits her family, faith, and the National Urban League movement for her deep love of service. 

This position is currently open. Email president@ypnulem.org for more details.

Ivi Nwosu currently serves as Treasurer for the YPN-ULEM. Ivi holds a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration – Non-Profit Management from Northeastern University where he is also an M.B.A. degree candidate. Ivi also serves on the executive leadership team of his local chapter of Business Networking International (BNI).  Whether at the workplace or in his community, Ivi strives to engage and assist in developing leaders. Along with his involvement with the YPN-ULEM, Ivi has volunteered with organizations such as Cradles to Crayons and The Greater Boston Food Bank. Ivi believes that success is when you add value to yourself and satisfaction is when you add value to others.

"What really attracted me to YPN-ULEM is what the group stands for in regard to the investment in the community facilitating programs geared toward personal and professional development. I am drawn to the impact we can have on the community and taking an active leadership role. I hope to help this group in continuing to be pillar in the community in regard to an organization that develops leaders and promotes positive change and awareness."

This position is currently open. Email president@ypnulem.org for more details.

Rodney Julien is currently a Stoughton resident and looking to tap into giving back to the youth. Professionally he has worked in IT at various firms in Boston and currently works as a Senior System Analyst at BCG. Rodney has worked with many students in the past on career advice, resume building and networking. His goal is to help students find careers within the STEM field and use his network within the city to assist the youth find opportunities and learn what is available to them.

Lanelle Sneed is a seasoned Technical Professional and recent Entrepreneur. She holds a BS degree in Computer Information Science from Northeastern University and a certification in Agile Methodologies, and is currently enrolled to obtain a MS in Business Analytics from UMass Boston. From her 12 years as a Technical Professional she gained a love for problem-solving and analytics. Lanelle is also the founder of Creative Lane Consulting, and co-founder of Books on the Rox. In her spare time she enjoys reading, biking, volunteering and attending live music events.

In addition to her service on the YPN-ULEM Executive Leadership Team, Lanelle also sits on the Region I NSBE Professional Executive Board as Secretary. She is excited to serve you as our Membership Chair, and is looking forward to engaging and growing our membership.

Anthony was born and raised in San Jose, California before moving to Boston in 2014 for college. He received his BS in African-American Studies and Law and Public Policy in 2018 and has since worked on a number of different electoral campaigns across the Greater Boston Area with the goal of seating more People of Color, particularly Women of Color. He chose to join because he’s seen the need for more Black engagement in politics and wants to utilize the campaign skills he’s picked up to make that happen.