Gayle Jagel - Founder & CEO
A trailblazing and fun leader, Gayle brings her passion and enthusiasm for educating the next generation of business leaders to the office each and every day. As the Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Jagel oversees all operations of the Young Entrepreneurs Academy with a major focus on quality of education and providing students across the country with the YEA! experience.

 

Heather Forbes - Executive Director
A champion of YEA! since its inception, Heather is responsible for the smooth operations and sustained growth of the entire organization. Her support and attention to detail continues to lead YEA! in its excellence and to new heights.

 

Eric Meyer - Strategic Growth
A young entrepreneur himself and graduate of the Academy, Eric works closely with executive leadership on planning and implementing strategic growth. A key lead in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce joint venture, Eric enjoys bringing the YEA! program to students across the country while also forging new and exciting partnerships.

 

H.Marie Krakehl – Program Director
With a commitment to quality and the highest of YEA! standards, Marie oversees the exciting day to day operations of the Academy

 

Allison Osborn - Program Manager
Allison’s energy and enthusiasm allows her to successfully recruit students, enlist entrepreneurs as guest speakers, and arrange exciting field trips for all YEA! students. Allison’s civic minded approach is perfect for her role as she creates positive community connections with YEA! and motivates students in, and outside of the classroom.

 

Nichole Brant - Program Manager
Nichole is a passionate cheerleader of YEA! students both locally and nationally and helps to ensure program success and consistency throughout the YEA! organization.

 

Katie Lantuh – Program Manager
About to embark on her Master's in Urban Education and Education Policy, Katie sees YEA! as a great tool in education reform to teach real world skills to students. Katie is a YEA! graduate and works closely with our YEA! students enrolled in the Hillside Work Scholarship Connection program.