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STL Emerging Leadership Council

Emerging Leaders. Lasting Impact.

The American Cancer Society’s Emerging Leadership Council of St. Louis is a dynamic group of emerging leaders who are passionate about advancing the mission to end cancer. United by a shared commitment to service, members bring hope to individuals and families facing a cancer diagnosis through fundraising efforts and hands-on projects supporting the Hope Lodge. At the same time, the Council provides meaningful opportunities for professional development and networking, fostering connections that strengthen both careers and community impact.

“The Council has been a place where I can develop as a leader, expand my network, and give back to a cause that touches so many lives.”

“What I love most about the Council is that it combines professional development with purpose—we’re not just networking, we’re working together to create hope.”

Our Members

The Emerging Leadership Council is made up of driven, community-minded emerging professionals from across St. Louis who are passionate about making a difference in the fight against cancer. Our members are leaders in their fields who bring fresh ideas, diverse experiences, and a commitment to service. We are looking for individuals who are eager to grow their professional networks, develop their leadership skills, and collaborate on meaningful projects—especially those who are inspired by the mission of the American Cancer Society and want to support programs like the Hope Lodge.

Current Membership Roster

  • Robert Tillman, BJC Healthcare (Chair)

  • Danielle Goldsmith, Concero Tech (Co-Chair)

  • Katie Lundy, World Wide Technology (Communications Lead)

  • Charles Koob, World Wide Technology (Council Events Lead)

  • Madison Booher, Trivers (Shave 2 Save Lead)

  • Mark Bremer, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Shave 2 Save Lead)

  • Jacob Parmentier, Mercy (Recruitment Lead)​

  • Alex Dubinsky, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

  • Alissa Korn, Gateway Arch Park Foundation

  • Alyssa Divjak, World Wide Technology

  • Amy Dunn, Commerce Bank

  • Amy Gilbertson, Trivers

  • Andrew Kiesewetter, Charles Schwab

  • Aubria Stewart, Graybar

  • Austin Bender, RubinBrown

  • Benjamin Gunning, Core & Main

  • Cameron Schoeffel, Lodging Hospitality Management

  • Chloe Freihofer, World Wide Technology

  • Chris Vineyard, Armanino

  • Connor Kapp, Coldwell Banker Reality

  • Dan Sullentrup, Hussmann

  • David Keel, Flint Cooper

  • Emily West, CSI Leasing

  • ​Erica Schandler, COMO Health LLC

  • Euan Makepeace, CSI Leasing

  • Irvin Rentschlet, Charles Schwab

  • Jack Clement, Evernorth Health Services

  • Jack Messmer, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

  • Jack Southwell, CSI Leasing

  • Jacob Greene, Graybar

  • Jacon Parmentier, Mercy

  • Jake Anderson, RubinBrown

  • James Nations, United Healthcare

  • Jamie Fritz, Graybar

  • Jerrell Thomas, Commerce Bank

  • Jonah Rosen, World Wide Technology

  • Justin Herr, Sam's Club

  • Kaffa Abounader, Compass Reality Group

  • Katie Fuller, Purina

  • Kyle Popelar, CSI Leasing

  • ​Lawrence Demasi, Regions Bank

  • Maggie Chenault, Graybar

  • Mallory Schaffrin, World Wide Technology

  • Mandy Sanfilippo, World Wide Technology

  • Mariyah Smith, Graybar

  • Mason Bikshorn, New + Found

  • Matthew Lamb, Scarborough Specialties

  • Morgan Ripper, Rawlings

  • Noah Prelutsky, Renaissance Financial 

  • Rachel Cliffe, Siteman/BJC

  • Rebecca James, Parkside Financial Bank & Trust

  • Riley Sporledor, Graybar

  • Ryan DeMuri, CSI Leasing

  • Sara DeClue,Graybar

  • Taylor Leighton, Graybar

  • Tiffany Umphenour, World Wide Technology

  • Timothy Jurado, Raymond James

  • Tyrell Marion, Walmart

Goals of the Council

  • Driving Revenue: Council Collaborative Project aligned to Shave to Save.

  • Council agrees to sign up teams for the Shave to Save event

  • Connector: Serve as an ambassador for ACS for ACS by actively recruiting co-workers or others in your network to join the Council or get engaged in ACS mission

  • Build Engagement: Through Council networking events, recruitment events, and other professional development opportunities

Member Expectations & Benefits

  • Total of 4 meetings a year for the full Council and 4 additional 1-hour meetings for the ELT of the Council. Of the 4 full Council meetings, members required to attend 2

  • Total of 4 Hope Lodge cooking nights and required to attend 1 of them

  • Engage in Shave to Save and/or attend one other ACS event annually

  • Upon successful engagement, Council members will be invited to special networking events including private executive luncheons, professional development events, and/or other American Cancer Society events

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If you’re ready to connect with other emerging leaders, grow both personally and professionally, and make a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer, we’d love to hear from you. To learn more or get involved with the Emerging Leadership Council, please reach out to us today and take the first step toward joining this inspiring group of changemakers.

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