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Ryan Baker |
President |
| Ryan Baker moved to SLO from the Bay Area in 2003 so he could live the "Slo-life". Ryan is a Real Estate & Mortgage Specialist at Acquire Mortgage, you can check out his website at ryanbakeronline.com. On a more personal note, Ryan is a sports enthusiast, there is no pick up game or fantasy sports league that he'll pass up. He will be receiving his Master's Degree in the Spring of 2012 in RPTA with a concentration in Sports and Event Management. He’s spent over 10 years managing sports programs at all levels of recreation and looks to bring his experience and passion to YPNG. Questions for Ryan? Email info@ypng.org. |
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Stephen Hiltscher |
Community Involvement Director |
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Stephen Hiltscher is a SLO native, having graduated from SLO High and later Cal Poly in 2006. He was first involved in YPNG in 2008 and joined the Community Involvement Committee in 2010, eventually taking on the Director's position. Stephen works as a financial planner for Blakeslee & Blakeslee in downtown San Luis Obispo. In addition to the YPNG events and volunteer days, you will find Stephen at the golf course, at the lake wakeboarding or exploring the central coast. Questions for Stephen? Email community@ypng.org. |
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Jenna Wallravin |
Special Events Director |
| Jenna is a local girl raised just north of SLO in Atascadero. She has been involved with YPNG since 2008 and started out by volunteering for special events and socials when they needed help. She officially joined the Social Committee in 2009 and the Special Events committee in 2010 and has loved every minute of it ! When she is not planning an event for YPNG or working for a local software company (MINDBODY Online – Woo hoo!), you can find her taking advantage of the amazing central coast; attending concerts, volunteering at Concerts in the Plaza, wine tasting or catching a movie with friends. She also enjoys baking (you’re sure to taste her awesome cupcakes at the next YPNG Anniversary Party) and having friends over for game or movie nights. Questions for Jenna? Email events@ypng.org. |
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Jess Hawley |
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Jess has lived in San Luis Obispo since 2004. Originally from Northern San Diego County, she moved to SLO to attend Cal Poly, where she graduated with a degree in Journalism. She loves SLO County! When not working for a local non-profit, you can find her at the beach, at the movies, at a winery - basically soaking up all the Central Coast has to offer! She loves attending Concerts in the Plaza in the summer and whale watching in the winter. You’ll also find her on the softball field, playing with the awesome YPNG teams and enjoying every minute of it! Questions for Jess? Email socials@ypng.org. |
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Joni Martinez-Kroger |
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| Joni Martinez-Kroger has been involved with YPNG since the beginning of 2009. She lived in Switzerland for 14 years where she earned her Business Degree, and decided to reunite with her family and return to the Central Coast in July 2000. She is co-owner of Kroger McCann Bookkeeping which provides bookkeeping and payroll services for small businesses. She loves her job, but once the work day is over you will find her outdoors playing softball, volleyball, hiking, biking and enjoying company of family and friends! Questions for Joni? Email treasurer@ypng.org. |
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Agni Fernandez |
Sports Director |
| Agni Fernandez grew up and lived half of his life in Mexico City, the other half in California and all over the globe. He attended high school in the SLO-like town of Lodi, near Sacramento, and went to CSU Fresno for both Undergrad and Graduate school. He enjoys sports, claiming basketball to be his first love! Agni enjoys volunteering and staying active in the community, enjoying what the Coast has to offer, and of course he loves traveling. He works as an academic advisor with college-age students. Agni got involved with YPNG as soon as he moved to the area and thinks it's a great resource for professionals and those new to the Coast, like him. Questions for Agni? Email sports@ypng.org. |
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Erin Bernard |
Secretary |
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Erin Bernard is the Marketer and Secretary Director for YPNG. A native to SLO and a Cal Poly graduate, Erin moved back in January 2010 after four years in San Francisco. Joining YPNG in January 2010, what Erin loves most about the group is that all the members take pride in their community and live the SLO life. Erin works in finance in downtown SLO for an independent finanical services firm. When she isn't blogging, snapping photos, or providing updates for YPNG, she enjoys reading, running or spinning, embroidery, spending time with her beau, and catching up with friends at Giuseppe's. Questions for Erin? Email secretary@ypng.org |
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Rob Frew |
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Rob Frew moved to SLO, in 2011, from the heart of the Mid-West, right on the muddy Mississippi in Moline, IL. He has a degree in Project Management and, after a short stint working for John Deere, was recruited to work on the Central Coast. Rob had only visited California once and never thought he would have the opportunity to live in the most beautiful, and happiest, place in the United States. Rob enjoys hiking, mountain biking, traveling, and of course being a tourist in his own backyard. He works as a Product Manager for SLO-based ecommerce company Shopatron. Rob joined YPNG mid-2011 and loves the opportunity it gives him to meet new people and make new friends. Questions for Rob? email outdoors@ypng.org. |
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Jessica Micklus |
Professional Development |
| Jessica Micklus moved to SLO from Davis in 2004 to "take a year off" from college and fell in love with the place. She transferred from UC Davis to Cal Poly in 2005 and graduated with a Business Administration and Marketing Management Degree. Jessica discovered YPNG when she took the plunge from college to career here in SLO, where she was looking to meet other young professionals with similar interests. She currently is the Sales and Marketing Director for Simply Clear Marketing Inc. In Jessica's spare time, you can find her at a local coffee shop, on a run, volunteering for YPNG, baking or just catching up with friends around town. Questions for Jessica? Email development@ypng.org. |
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Melanie Myerscough |
Marketing Director |
| Melanie Myerscough, a San Luis Obispo resident since 2007, has worked in the journalism world, written interior design books and created marketing concepts for everything from structural engineering to frozen snow cream. She owns M3 Marketing Solutions, offering creative marketing, graphic design and social networking services. And in those brief moments away from her work, you can often find Melanie running through the hills of Montana de Oro or strolling through Morro Bay, enjoying everything the beautiful Central Coast has to offer. As the Marketing Director for YPNG, Melanie has enjoyed creating unique marketing and promotional materials, including YPNG's new business cards and website. Questions for Melanie? Email marketing@ypng.org. |
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Luke Wallace |
Technology Director |
| A Cal Poly graduate in Business Management, Luke has lived on the central coast since 2002 and has been involved in YPNG since 2008. Since graduating from Poly Luke has been involved in managing the technology and operations for multiple small businesses on the central coast. He has been amazed at the growth of YPNG since its inception and is proud to now be serving as the Technology Liaison for such a dynamic and exciting organization. Questions for Luke? Email technology@ypng.org. |
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