Youth Committee Members

Zoraida V Arroyo, CDF, AAS

Student Services Coordinator
SC Dept of Juvenile Justice

Bio

“Be the Change you wish to see in the world”

Natasha Galindez

Mission Manager, Career Pathways
Goodwill Industries of the Upstate & Midlands of SC

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“I  choose serve on the Youth Committee because I’ve seen how the right support at the right time can change the trajectory of a young person’s life, and I want to be part of that change.”

Stacey McKinney, CDF

Regional Workforce Advisor
SC DEW (Department of Employment & Workforce)

Bio

“As a Regional Workforce Advisor, I serve on the Youth Committee because I believe exposure creates opportunity and when we connect students to real careers, real employers, and real pathways, we change the trajectory of their future.”

Lisa Nickles

Veteran Math Teacher and Graduation Coach
Riverside High School

Bio

“Together, we can ensure that every participant is equipped with the tools, guidance, and opportunities needed for lasting success.”

Holden Roberts

Youth Independent Living Specialist
Able South Carolina

Bio

“Be the someone who does something about it”

Jimmy Sercey

Area Consumer Services Manager
SC Vocational Rehabilitation
Department


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Tina Zwolinski

CEO and Founder
Skillsgapp, Skillionaire Games

Bio

“You don’t have to have it all figured out. Sign up. Show up. Connect with the people here who are ready to help you move forward. You can do this.”

LaToya Y. Dodson

Regional Workforce Development Manager
Upstate Area Health Education Center – AHEC

Bio

“I have served on the GCWD Youth Committee for the past 10 plus years, and my purpose for serving is to support, inspire, and empower young people of Greenville County as they grow into confident leaders. Our youth matter, and their voices and potential deserve to be nurtured and championed.”

Dr. Tameka L. Brown

Director of Dual Enrollment and Early College
Greenville Technical College

Bio

“I believe success should never be limited by a single pathway. While society often prioritizes the traditional four-year college route, I am committed to elevating career-driven pathways for students whose aspirations lead directly into the workforce. Every young person deserves access, opportunity, and intentional support to pursue success on their own terms.”

Craig A. Kinley

Principal
WiProwess, LLC

LinkedIn
Bio

“Offering our time and talent to others is the most rewarding aspect of building our future leaders.”

Crystal R. Noble

County Director
South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice

LinkedIn

“The Youth Committee is doing an amazing job helping young people who have often been discounted by society achieve their goals. I’m very blessed to have the opportunity to serve with such an inspirational team.”

Jessica Allendorf

Director of Strategic Projects & Corporate Development
Swamp Rabbit Moving & Storage

LinkedIn

“I care deeply about helping create real opportunities for people to grow, succeed, and build stability for themselves and their families. Lasting progress happens when people feel connected, supported, and empowered by their community.”