THE EMERGING LEADERS SOCIETY IS A NETWORK OF PHILANTHROPIC YOUNG PROFESSIONALS SUPPORTING SPOKANE COUNTY UNITED WAY'S VISION THROUGH NETWORKING, VOLUNTEERING, AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.
About Us
Our Mission
To create measurable community impact by engaging and developing philanthropic leaders through our partnership with United Way.
Our History
The Emerging Leaders Society (ELS) was established by Spokane County United Way in 2013 to provide early-to mid-career professionals an opportunity to develop leadership skills, network with community-minded individuals, and elevate their commitment to making a difference in the community. Spokane County United Way saw the need to educate, develop, and invest in young professionals and the role they play in the future success of the Spokane community, thus the Emerging Leaders Society was born.
Who We Are
Members of the Emerging Leaders Society contribute their time, talent, and treasure annually to the community, and to Spokane County United Way. ELS members attend events focused on networking and professional development, as well as have hands on volunteer experience with local non-profit agencies. Members of ELS gain leadership experience by serving on their committee of choice (Events, Marketing, Membership, Spokane Philanthropy Awards, Strategic Planning, Volunteer).
Get Connected
Interested in learning more? Check out our informational flyer. Or, email to be connected with a volunteer on our Membership Committee.
Ready to join ELS? Fill out your membership application.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to be the first to hear about upcoming events!
ELS Events Calendar and Registration
Annually, the Emerging Leaders Society hosts a number of events, centered on networking, volunteerism, professional development, or some combination of the three! Check out our line up, and circle back often as we are always adding something new. Have a great idea? Reach out to us - email Amanda Hester with United Way!
The Emerging Leaders Society’s signature event is the annual Spokane Philanthropy Awards. ELS hosts this event each October in partnership with the Spokane Journal of Business to honor philanthropic individuals and organizations in the community.
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Annual Event Calendar |
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January 21, 2021 NEW: Off The Cuff |
Annual Kickoff / Join Mayor Woodward / Click here to learn member and sign up for this virtual event 6:30 - 7:30 PM
ELS is proud to present, Off The Cuff, an interview series that will give a glimpse inside the leadership, careers, and passions of some of Spokane's most influential leaders. This series aims to connect our community and Spokane County United Way's Emerging Leaders Society with some of the most prominent leaders in Spokane. Check out our Facebook page for a glimpse into our first interviewee. |
Board of Directors 2020-2021 |
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Courtney Altringer Emily Arneson JJ Brown Roshelle Cleland Brennan Floyd Drew Henry Kelly Hewson Cody Hines Kaileen Kersting Lauren Nissen Buffy Nustad Melisa Paul |
Heather Schmitt Tim Shustoff MJ Spadfora Heather Sulpizio Rebecca Sumner Michael Truex Ryanne Truex Sinead Voorhees Jeff Watson Tyler West Jesse Zumbro
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