The DYP Ambassadors are an outgoing and engaging group of DYP members who serve as the goodwill arm of DYP by connecting with new members, facilitating networking and introductions, and assisting members in finding ways to get involved in DYP and the Durham community. From the development of new business relationships, personal friendships, and making a lasting impact on the community; the Ambassador program offers numerous benefits to its participants and the organizations we serve.
Interested in becoming a DYP Ambassador?
Contact Benjamin Bond, Chair of the DYP Ambassador Committee by clicking here!
Meet your 2009-2010 DYP Ambassadors!
Check in January 2010 for updated profiles and pictures!
Cheyenne Gill | |||
Ashley Ascott | Terry Gore | ||
Calvin Baldwin | Michael Curry | Jennifer Jones | |
Tenea Deberry | Jendayi Lawrence | Lisa Wicker | |
Ingrid Boyce | Tracy Ford-Brown | Julie Maddox | Hayley Wood |
Benjamin Bond
Chair, DYP Ambassador Committee
Property Manager, Simba Group Inc,.
Contact Ben: bbond@signature-commons.com
919-620-7685
Why did you want to be the Chairman of the DYP Ambassador Committee? I really enjoy meeting new people, and wanted to find a way to get more involved in the community. The ambassador program helps me do both of these things. I get to socialize and network with other professionals, while becoming more acquainted with the unique and diverse community that Durham has to offer.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Never make any big decisions when you’re tired.
What did you want to be when you grew up? A diver…..that could weld! As of today, I can’t do either.
What would you do with a time machine? Make savvy business moves that would yield billions, what else?
If you made the front page of the newspaper, what would the headline say? Average Joe Discovers Secrets of The Universe!
Lesley Archer
President, At-Your-Call Staffing, LLC
Contact Lesley: info@aycstaffing.com
919-477-2097
Why did you want to be a DYP Ambassador? I am a Durham native and love this city. I wanted to be a DYP Ambassador to become more involved in the community and network with other people who are interested in taking advantage of all that Durham has to offer.
What did you want to be when you grew up? A detective-I loved reading Encyclopedia Brown and other mystery books.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? A closed mouth doesn’t get fed. You have to talk to people, ask questions, ask for help; say something to get what you want.
I spend a lot of time thinking about…Work and growing my business.
What would we find in your refrigerator right now? Water, eggs, milk…obviously I’m not the cooking type! I’m working on that.
Certified Credit and Housing Counselor, Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Durham
Contact Devin: d.brown@drfcenter.org or devin.d.brown@gmail.com
919-688-3381
Why do you want to be a DYP Ambassador? As a transplant to the area, I understand first hand, the difficulties of getting into good circles of influence for networking and relationship building. DYP has helped me tremendously in this way, and I'd like to be able to help others realize the same.
If you made the front page of the newspaper, what would the headline say? Local counselor has found the solution to ending poverty.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? When things go wrong, instead of pointing fingers and finding fault in others, ask yourself what you could have done differently to avoid the situation or at least change the outcome.
Hidden Talent?I'm a phenomenal cook!
Who would you most like to meet?The guy from the Dos Equis commercial. He is after all, the most interesting man in the world.
Katherine Carr
Director- Durham County, Academics Plus
Contact Katherine: katecarr.academicsplus@gmail.com
Why did you want to be a DYP Ambassador? I think of myself as a people person and I enjoy meeting new faces. This is a great way to promote an organization that I am proud to be a part of, while meeting new people and learning more about my community.
Likes: Learningnew things (recently I have picked up photography, reading a good book, watching football, coffee in the morning, exercising (I am training the run my first 5K!)
If you were a car, what would you be? 1966 Ford Mustang in Powder Blue with white leather interior.
You’re stuck on a desert island with only 5 things...what are they? Chapstick, hairbrush, two way radio, fishing gear and sunscreen
What’s the best thing about your job? Being able to give back to the community
Jennifer Jones
Agent – New York Life Insurance
Contact Jennifer: jjones143@mac.com
Why did you want to be a DYP Ambassador? It is a great way to network and do my part to engage other young professionals.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Life is too short not to have fun.
Likes: Sports, ice cream, shopping, reading, and writing.
Dislikes: Dishonest people, heavy traffic, being hungry and not know what I want to eat, feeling sick, excessive nothingness
If you made the front page of the newspaper, what would the headline say? DYP Ambassador Gives Back in an Unimaginable Way!
Why did (do) you want to be a DYP Ambassador? Durham is a great place to live and is an open and welcoming town. Reflecting that within DYP is important and I wanted to do my part to welcome new people to the group.
You’re stuck on a desert island- what 5 things do you want? Unlimited Water, Unlimited Food, Rum and nice selection of fruit juices, a pack of matches, a boat
What’s the best thing about your job? I get to spend all day working to protect and restore the rivers of NC for the communities of NC.
How would you react if you were suddenly transformed into a fish? I'd wonder why I was not transformed into an otter (which is what I have always wanted... if I had to be transformed into anything).
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Relax.
Firefighter, City of Durham Fire Department
Contact Maria: maria.ratliff@hotmail.com
919-225-5440
You’re stuck on a desert island with only 5 things…what are they? A room at the 5-star all-inclusive resort on the island, a Blackberry with service, bathing suits, clothes for going out to enjoy the nightlife, and running shoes.
Who would you most like to meet? Speech writer Jon Favreau.
What’s the best thing about your job? I laugh almost all day.
Likes: I love books, plays, movies, and TV--any media through which someone has created characters, a tale, a fantastic setting, and found a way to bring their vision to life. (Reality TV does not count, people! Neither do Borat movies). Other things I like: languages (I hope to be fluent in at least four before I'm an old hag), a nice drink and good company, the internet (I can’t live without it)…and dogs.
What did you want to be when you grew up? A writer—I’m still working on it.
Likes: I love being outside on beautiful days, I love reading good books when it is raining outside, I love swimming, I love hanging out with my girlfriends, I love going out and listening to live jazz music.
What did you want to be when you grew up? A talk show hostess. “The Charelle Show” has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it?
I spend a lot of time thinking about…where I am going to travel next.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Never stop believing in yourself.
Who would you most like to meet? Michelle Obama
Financial Planner, Capitol Financial Solutions
Contact Hayley: hayley.a.wood@gmail.com
Likes: Family and friends, helping others, sunshine, hiking and success.
Dislikes: Being misconstrued/misunderstood, when people don’t utilize their potential, disrespect and being obnoxiously licked by people’s "trained" pets.
What’s the best thing about your job? Helping to change the lives of families, businesses, and individuals by protecting and accumulating their wealth through valuable strategies and solutions.
If you were a car, what would you be? A Maybach.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? If not now...when?
