LUL Young Professionals
About LUL Young Professionals
The purpose of the Louisville Urban League Young Professionals (LULYP) is to support the objectives of the National Urban League, Louisville Urban League, and National Urban League Young Professionals. Our mission is to promote social and economic empowerment in Metro Louisville through personal development and community involvement in five areas:
- Financial Literacy and Empowerment
- Youth Mentoring and Development
- Civic Engagement and Advocacy
- Personal and Professional Development
- Health Literacy and Advocacy
LULYP’s membership predominantly consists of professionals between the ages of 21 and 40. We continue to promote a healthy, viable, and inclusive Metro Louisville community that supports the growth, learning, and development of young professionals. Join, or contact us using the form below.
Executive Leadership
Lamonique Gholson is an Empowerment Navigator and Program Assistant in the Louisville Urban League’s Health Department, focused on helping Black and Brown communities achieve self-sufficiency through social wellness and emotional intelligence.
For the past eight years, she’s provided grief support for youth impacted by trauma and violence, promoting healing and resilience.
Outside of work, Lamonique enjoys time with her family of four (including two Goldendoodles), cooking, and exploring nature.
A proud Louisville native and graduate of Louisville Male High School, Gregory Mitchell has built his life around service, community, and equity. A product of the Louisville Urban League’s youth programs, he’s also an alumnus of Black Achievers, Whitney M. Young Scholars, and more.
As founder of Felux LLC, he led property operations across Kentucky and Georgia, serving over 150 clients. He’s also worked on political campaigns and now supports healthcare access as a Member Experience Specialist at Elevance Health.
Currently serving as Vice President of the Louisville Urban League Young Professionals, Gregory is passionate about uplifting Black professionals and empowering future leaders.
Mya Davidson, a Digital Designer at the Louisville Urban League, holds a B.A. in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing from the University of Louisville. She is dedicated to transforming imagination into reality through her innovative and impactful designs.
With a strong passion for amplifying voices within the Black community, Mya leads marketing initiatives that inspire and uplift others. Her expertise in digital design enables her to craft visually compelling and meaningful content that resonates with diverse audiences.
Hello my name is Gerian Baldon and I am thrilled to serve as the Treasurer for YP. My education and work experience has all centered around accounting and I’m excited to be able to use my skill set in new ways.
In 2021, I helped pilot the Black Business Department at the Louisville Urban League, where my work as a financial coach focuses on helping small black businesses create and understand their financials, assess their overall financial health, and prepare to scale and become capital-ready.
Outside of my professional life, I enjoy traveling with my husband and two daughters, exploring new destinations and making lasting memories with my family.
I am a dedicated attorney based in Louisville, Kentucky, with extensive experience in corporate counsel, litigation, and compliance. I hold a Juris Doctor from Northern Kentucky University, Chase College of Law, and am admitted to the Kentucky Bar.
Additionally, I am actively involved in the legal community, serving as Chairperson of the Younger Lawyer Section of the Louisville Bar Association and as a member of the Kentucky Young Lawyers Division Community Outreach Committee.
I am excited to join the leadership team with the Louisville Urban League Young Professionals and look forward to contributing to its mission and positive impact on the community.
Committee Chairs
Nyshia Taylor, a Louisville native, is thrilled to serve as LULYP’s Membership Chair! A “comeback kid” to LULYP, Nyshia is passionate about community service and expanding the organization’s outreach.
An Associate at Booz Allen Hamilton, Nyshia brings extensive expertise in project management, strategic communications, and branding. She holds an MBA from Bellarmine University, a BA in electronic media communication from Morehead State University, and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
A former LULYP member (2013–2016), Nyshia benefited from its networking, civic engagement, and leadership opportunities. She is excited to share these experiences and grow LULYP’s engaged membership through outreach initiatives.
Tara Williams proudly serves as the Membership Co-Chair for the Louisville Urban League Young Professionals (LULYP). Through LULYP, she helps create a space where young professionals can connect, grow, and thrive among their peers. Together, we foster opportunities for leadership, development, and networking, enriching the community we call home.
Tara is a Financial Empowerment Counselor at the Louisville Urban League, where she helps individuals and families achieve financial success and freedom. With over 8 years of experience in financial education, she’s eager to share her knowledge and be a part of the financial journeys of those she serves.
Hello, My name is Jayvin Shockency and I serve as the Chair of Fund Development. I’ve been with REBOUND as a Construction Specialist for a year and a half. Before REBOUND, I graduated from the Kentuckian Builds program at the Louisville Urban League. I’m grateful to have the opportunity to use my skills and mind to help YP raise funds and continue helping the community.
BriAnne Kelly is an Employee Relations Consultant with Jefferson County Public Schools. BriAnne is a J. Graham Brown H.S. graduate and Northern Kentucky University alumna.
BriAnne has always had a heart for community service since childhood, with a focus on the West Louisville area. Currently, in her spare time, BriAnne volunteers with the Urban League and the Gilda’s Club of Kentuckiana. In the past, BriAnne has volunteered with the Louisville Science Center, the Louisville Film Society, Change Today Change Tomorrow, and various organizations around Louisville. In her downtime Brianne enjoys attending concerts, trying new restaurants, and traveling with friends and family. With 10 years of experience in education and several years of experience in volunteering across Kentuckiana, BriAnne is eager to get the Louisville Urban League Young Professionals involved and making an impact in the Louisville community.
Teddy Hobson is an accomplished professional with over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry, specializing in the intersection of healthcare and technology. Additionally, he is a proud fellow of the New Leaders Council – Kentucky, where he is honing his leadership skills and expanding his network of future changemakers.
Outside of his professional role, Teddy is deeply committed to community service and nonprofit work. With a passion for community building, he dedicates his time to nonprofit consulting, helping organizations achieve their missions while driving social impact. Whether through organizing events or fostering connections, Teddy is a champion for creating meaningful change in his community. As the Community Service Chair for the Louisville Urban League Young Professionals, Teddy is excited to leverage his expertise and passion to drive service-oriented initiatives that make a difference in Louisville and beyond.
Hi, my name is Joenathan! At a young age I developed a passion for art and storytelling. This was the start of my creative journey which blossomed throughout my college career. I explored creative services such as photography, videography, and later advertising. I began to see how ads make it possible to see the world from unique and diverse perspectives. My love for advertising developed into a skillset across several disciplines such as marketing, branding, and creative direction. This led to my current role at Steel Technologies managing social media, digital signage, webpage development, and more.
I look forward to using my skills and experience to become a Creative Director.
Meet Chrystal Gholson! With a background in customer service and pharmacy tech, Chrystal is now rocking her role as Interim Assistant Program Manager and Administrative Assistant. Known for her knack for organization and data entry, she keeps things running like a well-oiled machine.
Certified as a Pharmacy Technician and experienced in proctoring TABE tests and coaching through the Leap Fund, Chrystal brings a wealth of knowledge and a can-do attitude to everything she tackles. Her goal? To keep learning, grow her management skills, and step into leadership roles. But above all, Chrystal is all about becoming the best version of herself, one step at a time!
Henry McCormick is an Advisor Service Manager with ADP. The Client Service Manager ensures the delivery of optimal service and client satisfaction and is the primary contact responsible for communicating with and closely working with clients regarding Retirement Plan service deliveries. His goal is to provide assistance on day-to-day retirement plan administration, including Compliance Testing and Reporting requirements, troubleshooting plan issues, and discussing the impact of select legislative requirements.
Henry is a results-driven and client-focused financial services professional with a decade of verifiable value-adding contributions. Henry is known as an influential leader with a special talent for building both cooperative and productive working relationships with clients and financial service companies.
His educational background started in social work and psychology before switching over to the world of finance over the past decade. At the age of 23, Henry started his own financial services business, and after 8 years in business, he transitioned his talents to banking and gained exposure to wealth management and relationship building. His background in both finance and social services gives him a unique perspective and skill set in the financial industry.
Outside of the office, Henry is a father of four. He is a proud cheer dad and coach of a local youth soccer team. In his spare time, he loves to stay active in his local community and is a self-proclaimed chef amongst his family and friends.
Henry sits in our Louisville, KY office.
