Supported Independence
We celebrate the agency of girls and our internal teams to forge their own paths – all while providing structure and guidance to help them succeed.
Our Culture + Staff
Organizational Values
Dynamic Success
Success isn’t one static idea or destination. We are always evolving our definition of success to meet the moment – and empower every girl to do the same for herself.
Curated Connection
We are masterful connectors. We bring the right people together in the right spaces (whether IRL or online) to share ideas, give and get authentic support, and make meaningful impact.
Equal Possibility
We believe that all ideas, paths, and destinations deserve the opportunity to come true. That’s why we provide a solid foundation, rooted in equitable access, for our community of all girls to create and own their unique journeys.
Contagious Sparkle
Our passion for our dreams and our girls’ dreams translates to our unmistakable and catching Step Up energy. From events to internal meetings: we’re inspired and energized, making others feel the same way.
Step Up Staff
Nickie Acero
Director, Organizational Effectiveness
Kyra Addison
Coordinator, Teen Programs
Anne-Margaux Angelov
Coordinator, External Relations
Stephanie Armelin
Director, Teen Programs
Vivianne Bohorques
VP, Operations + Strategy
Morgan Commet
Senior Manager, Partnerships
Noelle Correa
Coordinator, Data Initiatives
Amanda Flores
Director, Events + Experiences
Mo Haley
Coordinator, Digital Community Experiences
Hollis Heath
Manager, Teen Programs
Jess-Mara Jones
Manager, Young Adult Programs
Jamie Kogan
Executive Director, National Development
Sofia Lilly
Director, Young Adult Programs
Maya Menon
Director, Community Engagement
Kathryn Robinson
VP, Programs
Micky ScottBey Jones
Manager, Teen Programs
Melissa Stumpf
Director, Finance
Juliet Wallace
Coordinator, Executive Office
Tracey Wilkins
Coordinator, Teen Programs
Alissa Zito Cruz
Executive Director, Communications
AmeriCorps VISTAs
Gabriela Benavides
Mentor Engagement Associate
Sana Murtaza Bhalli
Teen Programs Associate
Hailey Bocanegra
Young Adult Programs Associate
Shayna Briseno-Brooks
Communications Associate
Ariana Cochran
Membership Development Associate
Shavonta Crawford
Data Science Associate
Paige Denney
Community Engagement Associate
Ahja Howard
Young Adult Programs Recruitment Associate
Jeanette Jimenez
Data Science Associate
Kiana Johnson
Membership Development Associate
Alina Khalid
Data Science Associate
Maile Lazarin
Community Engagement Associate
Zellie Owen
Teen Programs Associate
Danielle Pesqueira
VISTA Leader