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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

  • Noah Prelutsky, Renaissance Financial (Chair)

  • Robert Tillman, BJC Healthcare (Vice-Chair)

  • Tiffany Umphenour, World Wide Tech (Events Lead)

  • Katie Lundy, World Wide Tech (Communications Lead)

  • Chris Vineyard, Armanino

  • Charles Koob

  • Alex Dubinsky, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

  • Andrew Kiesewetter, Charles Schwab

  • Irvin Rentschlet, Charles Schwab

  • Connor Kapp, Colwell Banker Realty-Gundaker

  • Amy Dunn, Commerce Bank

  • Jerrell Thomas, Commerce Bank

  • Erica Schandler, COMO Health LLC

  • Kaffa Abounader, Compass Realty

  • Danielle Goldsmith, Concero

  • Kyle Popelar, CSI Leasing

  • Ryan DeMuri, CSI Leasing

  • Euan Makepeace, CSI Leasing

  • Jack Southwell, CSI Leasing

  • Emily West, CSI Leasing

  • Alissa Korn, Gateway Arch Park

  • Jamie Fritz, Graybar

  • Dan Sullentrup, Hussmann

  • Benjamin Gunning, KPMG

  • Cameron Schoeffel, LHM

  • Jaco Parmentier, Mercy

  • Mason Bikshorn, New+Found

  • Jack Messmer, PwC

  • Katie Fuller, Purina

  • Morgan Ripper, Rawlings

  • Timothy Jurado, Raymond James

  • Jake Anderson, RubinBrown

  • Austin Bender, Rubin Brown

  • Justin Herr, Sam's Club

  • Matthew Lamb, Scarborough Spec.

  • Rachel Cliffe, Siteman Cancer Ctr

  • Maggie Murphy, Stereotaxis

  • Madison Booher, Trivers

  • Tyrell Marion, Walmart

  • Alyssa Divjak, World Wide Tech

  • Chloe Freihofer, World Wide Tech

  • Mallory Schaffrin, World Wide Tech

  • Mandy Sanfilippo, World Wide Tech

  • Jonah Rosen, World Wide Tech

Council Members Roles & Responsibilities

  • Be employed at a St. Louis Metro Area company

  • ​Attend four Council meetings a year 

  • Members may serve on one Council Subcommittee

  • Engage in Shave to Save and attend at least one ACS fundraising event

  • Agree to step down from the Council if unable to fulfill set expectations

  • Upon successful engagement, Members will be invited to networking, private executive luncheons, professional development activities, and other exclusive opportunities. 

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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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