Crystal Jordan

President

E-mail: president@ulga-yp.org

Crystal is a native of Roswell, Georgia by way of Hartford, Connecticut who self describes as an equity focused, barrier breaking, rapport building, change agent school counselor. Staying true to her Georgia upbringing, she earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Journalism from Georgia State University and her Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Professional Counseling with a specialization in School Counseling and Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in Professional School Counseling degrees from the University of Georgia. She has spent the last decade in the K-12 education sector as a high school counselor, serving in both the state’s largest and 2nd largest school districts.

With that started out as a simple goal of surrounding herself among fellow young Black professionals with a heart for civic engagement in the metro-Atlanta area, Crystal joined the Urban League of Greater Atlanta Young Professionals (ULGA-YP) in September of 2019. Through ULGA-YP, she has gained that and so much more; from being an active general body member and committee member within the Communications and Membership Committees to then the Communications Committee Lead Deputy and most recently serving on the chapter’s Executive Committee as Parliamentarian and Acting Communications Chair. However, it is her passion for community engagement and the will to see the inequities among members of her community eliminated that drive her advocacy efforts on a daily basis.

Outside of her commitment to #TheMovement, Crystal serves on the Georgia State University Young Alumni Council (GSU YAC) and VOX ATL Board of Directors and enjoys traveling, live concerts & sporting events and spending time with her family and friends.

Geoffrey Loften

Vice President

E-mail: vp@ulga-yp.org

Geoffrey Loften graduated from the University of Georgia in 2015 with degrees in Political Science and Economics. He spent 6 years as a Program Coordinator and Business Advisor with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center where he worked directly with small businesses, assisting them in all areas of owning, managing and operating a small business. He led efforts in establishing partnerships with local organizations to bring the full resource of training and consulting services to the small businesses in the territories he covered. In 2022, Geoffrey Loften took on the role of Equitable Economic Development Program Manager with Decide DeKalb. In this role he has worked to bridge the gap in access to information, resources and capital for businesses located in the under-served and underdeveloped areas of DeKalb County, through initiatives such as the South DeKalb Pop-Up Business Incubator and Advocate DeKalb community group. Geoffrey serves his community through membership in the Urban League of Greater Atlanta Young Professionals, currently serving as Vice President, and as an ordained Elder for his church.

Stephanie Noble

Secretary

E-mail: secretary@ulga-yp.org

Stephanie Noble holds a BA from Pennsylvania State University and an MBA from Montclair State University. Originally from New Jersey but born in Georgia, Stephanie is thrilled to have returned to her home state and explore all it has to offer. She currently works in the Fintech industry as a Program Manager in Operations, leveraging her years of experience in leadership, project management, and sales.

Gregory Bennett

Treasurer

E-mail: treasurer@ulga-yp.org

Gregory Bennett is a seasoned Implementation Consultant with over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. He currently works alongside the Sales and Operations teams at Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance remotely out of the Greater Atlanta area. He has successfully managed and participated in complex projects in for-profit as well as non-profit organizations. Gregory earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Project Management at Charter Oak State College. He has a loving wife and beautiful son with whom he loves travelling the world and exploring new restaurants. He also enjoys reading, running, and architecture. Gregory lives by his family’s saying: When you do something, do it well.

Rashad Christie

Parliamentarian

E-mail: procedures@ulga-yp.org

Born in Brooklyn, New York and raised in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Rashad Christie received his bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism from the number one HBCU: Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University. Shortly after relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, he received his master’s degree in Marketing from Georgia State University. He’s a fitness enthusiast, sneaker head, Chelsea FC super fan, and, most importantly, a proud husband. 

Dionne Frost

Membership Chair

E-mail: membership@ulga-yp.org

As the Internal Communications Specialist at Goodwill of North Georgia, I bring a blend of strategic communication skills and a passion for community engagement. A Georgia native, I honed my expertise at Kennesaw State University, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations. My commitment to service led me to intern and volunteer with impactful organizations like KSU C.A.R.E.S and Trio’s Upward Bound program, where I supported initiatives aiding college students facing food insecurity and homelessness, as well as empowering high schoolers to pursue higher education.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Dionne loves to indulge in searching for vintage clothing pieces through thrifting, capturing moments through videography, and joyriding in my Jeep. With a dedication to effective communication and a heart for making a difference, she thrives in connecting people and ideas to drive positive change within my community.

Bianca Webb

Social & Cultural Chair

E-mail: social@ulga-yp.org

The journey of Bianca Webb is best described as that of a former sports reporter turned attorney. Among Bianca’s many talents is her desire to serve those in need and be a strong community advocate. She is the proud founder of the Geaux Feed Project, a grassroots organization that focuses on poverty awareness and prevention. Soon after she was crowned as the second African American Homecoming Queen at LSU, she founded Geaux Feed.

As an undergraduate, Bianca elevated her advocacy by forging a student council with other student leaders and elected officials, Save Our Schools Louisiana. SOSLA organized to combat a historic healthcare and education budget deficit in Louisiana. This council was later appointed to Governor John Bel Edwards’ cabinet to conduct research on extending constitutional protection to healthcare and education. As a law student, Bianca ran a media consulting firm. In this business, she advised political candidates, small businesses and agencies on print and digital media strategies ranging from speech orientation and writing to graphic design. Notably, Bianca oversaw marketing and communication for the Evidence-Based Cybersecurity Research Group.

Bianca was recently recognized as one of twenty-two women leading pathways for Georgia women in business and community organizing by State Representatives Thomas, Cannon, and Paris. Since 2024, she was selected by her peers for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch© in the field of Insurance Law in Atlanta. She was also featured in the New York Times and Hulu Docuseries, The 1619 Project.

When she is not busy wearing one of her many capes, she is likely traveling, spending time with family or catching a game. Bianca is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and serves as the Northern District Representative for the State Bar of Georgia Young Lawyers Division.

Sallie Stacker

Communications Chair

E-mail: news@ulga-yp.org

Sallie Stacker is a Marquette University alumna and seasoned Senior Copywriter, that has used her creative voice for global brands such as Nike, Coca-Cola, LinkedIn and more. Beyond her professional endeavors, Sallie is an avid traveler, always seeking inspiration from new experiences. She also indulges her passion for music by mixing trap beats and attending live shows.

Sade Hurst

Advocacy Chair

E-mail: political@ulga-yp.org

Sade Hurst, a self-proclaimed ‘Millennial Auntie,’ thrives on helping others and leading with purpose. Born and raised in Southern California, Sade was instilled with the values of community involvement and engagement by her parents and close-knit tribe. These early lessons fueled her passion for journalism, propelling her to attend the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University.

As a former reporter, Sade witnessed the transformative power of voting and the importance of getting into “good trouble.” This experience deepened her commitment to civic engagement and advocacy.

In 2023, after declaring Atlanta as her new home and embarking on a career change, Sade joined the Urban League of Greater Atlanta – Young Professionals (ULGA-YP). She has since been an active member, contributing significantly to the advocacy and professional development committees. Sade looks forward to leverage her experience and leadership skills as the Advocacy Chair.

Princess Raines

Community Service Chair

E-mail: service@ulga-yp.org

Akilah ‘Princess’ Harper Raines, executive assistant in Hospice and home care services, manages and oversees offices within the state of Georgia and US Virgin Islands. She’s a proud ATLien with over 14 years of healthcare experience, and proudly advocates for preventative health services and continued education and awareness for grappling local epidemics like diabetes. Committed to the promotion of holistic wellbeing, she stepped away from the corporate landscape, becoming a certified yoga instructor and small business owner in 2020. Balancing her love for nature’s beauty with human connection, she runs an outdoor adventure & event group that connects people of all walks of life, especially people of color, to the outdoor space through activities like mindfulness, hiking, and camping to improve their overall quality of life.

William Hines

Fund Development Chair

E-mail: fundraising@ulga-yp.org

William is a Quality Engineering Manager with Delivery Experience in Testing in Accenture’s Health & Public Service Practice. He has experience executing projects following solution delivery models with onshore/offshore teams & test data management. Delivery utilizing Waterfall and Agile testing methodologies. Responsibilities include end to end claims execution (all testing phases), project management (including project financials), budget, estimation, staffing, capacity modeling and managing client expectations.

Ashley Gibson

Economic Empowerment Chair

E-mail: economic@ulga-yp.org

Ashley is a native of Jackson, Mississippi. She received her Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Mississippi and her Masters of Public Health from the University of Southern Mississippi. She is a youth mentor for the National Urban League’s Project Ready Mentor Program. In addition to being a member of ULGA-YP, she is also a member of Black Women in Clinical Research and works as a Clinical Research Associate for PPD/ThermoFisher Scientific. She is a member of Wifta (Women in Film and Television). She produced her first film 2 1/2 years ago and her second film in December of 2023. She has a passion for serving the community and creating stories that evoke emotion, inspire, and encourage change.

Anita Carter

Special Events Chair

E-mail: chapterevents@ulga-yp.org

Anita is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and has been in the Urban League of Greater Atlanta YP since 2017. She is a proud alum of The Pennsylvania State University where she obtained a degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management. Since graduation she has worked in many hospitality management roles including beverage management, banquet management, and director of food and beverage. Working in this fast-paced industry gives her much joy because she is a true extrovert. Anita also owns a real estate investment company called Union Street Investments LLC, where she is an Airbnb owner. In her spare time, she enjoys trying new restaurants and lounges in Atlanta with close friends.

Russ Hill, Jr.

Chief of Staff

E-mail: chiefofstaff@ulga-yp.org

Russ Hill, Jr. is an IT Program Manager, Scrum Master and IT Collegiate Recruiting Coordinator at PropLogix, a real estate software company. He has been a member of National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) since 2018. Russ was the Community Service chair for ULGA-YP 2022-2023. Prior to serving as the Community Service chair of the Urban League of Greater Atlanta Young Professionals (ULGA-YP), Russ served across committees in the Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals from 2018-2021. During his tenure in Phoenix his service culminated in being awarded the 2018 Member of the Year for the Greater Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals as well as the 2019 Western Region Member of the Year for the National Urban League Young Professionals. He is also a member of the National Urban League Young Professionals IT committee.

Tia Banks

Personal & Professional Development Chair

E-mail: ppd@ulga-yp.org

Tia Banks is a dynamic young professional born and raised in Dover, New Jersey, who has called Atlanta her home since 2019. With a passion for community impact, she has made her mark as an active member of the Urban League of Greater Atlanta – Young Professionals for the past 2+ years. Tia earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Susquehanna University and has exercised her skills across different industries like public relations and non-profit. Today, she works as the Senior Marketing Communications Specialist at Comcast, leading sales enablement initiatives across four regions and managing community impact. When Tia is out of the office, she serves as a member of the Susquehanna University Alumni of Color Advisory Council and is a member of WICT, Women in Cable Telecommunications. She also enjoys gardening, playing softball, hiking, having brunch with friends, and has recently become a spades tournament player.

Dr. Brittany Marshall

Immediate Past President

E-mail: ipp@ulga-yp.org

Dr. Brittany Marshall is a Behavioral Scientist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Clinical Research and Leadership at The George Washington University. She has been a member of the National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) since August 2008. Prior to serving as the President of the Urban League of Greater Atlanta Young Professionals (ULGA-YP), Brittany served as the ULGA-YP Vice President from July 2019 until June 2021 and ULGA-YP Personal and Professional Development Chair from January 2017 until June 2018. Outside of ULGA-YP, Brittany is involved in the American Public Health Association where she is on the Executive Board, and is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. serving in the East Point/College Park Alumnae Chapter. She has received several awards, including the 2021 40 Under 40 for Georgia Trend Magazine, inaugural “40 Under 40 in Public Health” for de Beaumont Foundation, the 2020 Southern Region Outstanding YP Member of the Year for the National Urban League Young Professionals, the 2020 Outstanding Young Alumni for the University of Florida College of Health and Human Performance, and is a member of the 2019 Class of Outstanding Atlanta. In addition, she is an alumna of LEAD Atlanta, New Leaders Council, National Urban League Emerging Leaders program, and National Urban League Certificate in Advocacy program.

A West Palm Beach, Florida native, Brittany holds a B.S in Health Education from the University of Florida, a Masters of Public Health from the University of South Florida, and a Doctorate of Public Health from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. In her spare time, she enjoys expanding her makeup collection, studying astrology and reading tarot, watching Gator Football every fall, and trying new recipes while entertaining family and friends.