Advisory Council

The Advisory Council spreads awareness of and advocates for YES Prep’s mission while building an enduring legacy of philanthropy. Through strategic engagement opportunities, this group of like-minded individuals participate in several events throughout the year in support of YES Prep. This includes Advisory Council events, major fundraising events, and significant school events such as Senior Signing Day.

Ann Vaughan, Chair

Julie and Drew Alexander

John Arnold

Karen Arnold

Leslie and Jack Blanton

Chris Brown

Janet Clark

Melanie and Bob Edwards

Luis Elizondo-Thomson

Ana Escalona and Rodrigo Amaré

Barbara and Michael Gamson

Claire and Joe Greenberg

Debra and Mark Gregg

Lori and Chip Johnson 

Dr. Sippi and Ajay Khurana

Carla Knobloch

Linda and Carl Kuhnen

Ryan McCord

Harvey Michaels

Elizabeth and Greer Pagan

Tami and Lee Pearson

Doug Perley

Lawrence Schanzmeyer

Cathryn and Doug Selman

Rev. Leslie Smith II and Dr. Monica Simmons-Smith

Margaret Vaughan Cox

Richard Vaughan

Dr. Ann Ziker