OUR TEAM

Kathryn has dedicated her career to two impactful industries. Initially, she played a key role as a social service provider, founder, and executive in the nonprofit sector. Later, she transitioned to become the founder and CEO of Community TechKnowledge/CTK, a case management software company. CTK, focused on supporting social change for nonprofits and charities with public funding, achieved significant success, serving over 18,000 organizations across four continents in five languages. In 2017, the company was successfully sold to an equity partnership. Now, as the Executive Director of Youth First Community of Promise, Kathryn is thrilled to bring her expertise back to the nonprofit sector.

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Email:  kec@youthfirst.net 

Chandra supports the Executive Director and board of Directors.  Chandra has a bachelor's in Criminal Justice, and master's degree in Organizational Leadership.  She previously served as a Youth First board member from 2000 - 2015, and as the Interim Executive Director April 2023 - January 2024.

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Email:  executivedirector@youthfirst.net

Julia is the staff serving at Anoka Middle School at both the Washington and Fred Moore campuses. She holds a bachelor's degree in History and Political Science from Augsburg University. She has spent a lot of time with various youth programs including time as a mentor for History Day Minnesota, a substitute teacher for the Anoka Hennepin School District, and coaching volleyball at Anoka High School. In her free time, she enjoys reading, art, and being outdoors.

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Email:  jmantey@youthfirst.net

Camila is serving as a Promise Fellow at Coon Rapids Middle School for Youth First, and will also be working directly with our program youth during school release day activities.  She has made it her mission to guide, help, and support the youth because she truly believes they are our future.  Her hobbies include playing musical instruments, volleyball, basketball, and watching popular shows.