WHRO Emerging Leaders Board

The WHRO Emerging Leaders Board (ELB) is a dynamic group of young professionals, ages 21-40, committed to deepening WHRO’s connection with the community.

WHRO Emerging Leaders Board (ELB)

What is the ELB?

The WHRO Emerging Leaders Board (ELB) is a dynamic group of young professionals, ages 21-40, committed to deepening WHRO’s connection with the community. Through storytelling, outreach, and innovative programming, ELB members help bridge WHRO’s national and local content with meaningful, real-world impact.

Our members are emerging leaders in finance, communications, education, the arts, nonprofit leadership, and government, who are all dedicated to giving back to public media and shaping its future.

Read the Emerging Leaders Board Guidelines

Why Join the ELB?

Make an Impact – Help guide WHRO’s community engagement initiatives and ensure public media remains accessible and relevant.
Grow Your Network – Connect with other young professionals and leaders across diverse industries.
Develop Leadership Skills – Gain hands-on experience in board service, event planning, and nonprofit governance.
Be a Voice for Your Generation – Represent the perspectives of young audiences and help shape WHRO’s role in the community.

Read more about our members, meetings, and more below...

Our Members

Nicole Adams
Yu Chen
Monique Gatling-Way-Co-Secretary
Lauren Greene
Zoe Hardy-Rappmund
Shanise Harris
Brion D. Humphrey
Christina Irizarry Santiago
Drew Lusher
Rachel Martin
Sarah A. McCrea
Serena Murry-Webb
Tameika Serrano-Chair
Amanda Shortt-Secretary
Janae Thompson
Shawana Ward
John Wiley-Vice-Chair

2025-2026 Meetings