New Memphis Mentors
These professionals in Memphis want to connect with the future of Memphis (that’s you!) so they can pay forward the great lessons they’ve picked up along their own journeys. These community members range from those new in their careers all the way to the executive suites, and they’re all eager to talk with you, answer your questions, and learn from your experiences too!
Fill out a brief contact form below to gain access to full bios and contact information for all mentors!
Are you a professional wanting to become a mentor? Email Caleb at caleb@newmemphis.org!
Erin Arbogast
ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Richard Boyette
Nike
McKinlee Deutsch
Center for Community Research and Evaluation - University of Memphis
Brianna Harrington
The Memphis Music Initiative
Venki Mandapati
FedEx
Cherie Olivis
Youth Villages
Savannah Sharp
Adams Keegan
Will Tracy
AutoZone
Jorge Xaca
Sonoco Products
Matthew Bennett
Varis Procurement
Maliq Brewster
FedEx Services
Will Gebo
Bass, Berry & Sims, PLC
Desmond Jackson
Draslovka
Sylvester Miller II
FMC
David Oppong
Allworld Project Management
Jalisa Slater
BDO USA
Nina Vongchampa
ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Erin Ydrovo
New Memphis
Courtney Blackburn
Shelby Farms Park Conservancy
Dr. Andrea Curry
West Cancer Center and Research Institute
Alexandria Grant
A.Nicole, LLC
Judy Lansky
Slingshot Memphis
Johnathan Moffett
Sylvamo
Justin Perry
First Horizon Bank
Matt Szalaj
City of Memphis
Kierra Wilkins
Memphis Light, Gas, and Water
"I'm excited to expose students to different industries, understand their life and career goals, share about companies that I've worked for that are hiring, and serve as a reference"
- Venki Mandapati
"Mentors made a huge difference in me pursuing this career path. I had a mentor who looked like me in the same industry. I look forward to learning from students how I can become a better leader"
- Sarah Cai
"I love Memphis and I'm energized by the opportunity to meet people who moved here and give them recommendations and encourage talented people to stay."
- Richard Boyette