Youth Guidance
Sophie Emery is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in development and community engagement within non-profit organizations. Since February 2020, Sophie has held multiple roles at Youth Guidance, progressing from Development Associate to Development Manager, where responsibilities include coordinating special events. Prior experience includes a Marketing and Communications Internship at Chicago Cares and a Transportation Internship at the Center for Neighborhood Technology, focusing on data analysis for transportation access. Additionally, Sophie contributed to the Intervale Food Hub as a Marketing and Outreach Advocate and supported environmental initiatives at Urban Rivers as a Development Intern. Early career experience includes a Human Services Internship at the Housing Authority of Cook County and participation in food systems research with the University of Vermont. Sophie holds a Bachelor's degree in Community and International Development with a focus on Community Entrepreneurship from the University of Vermont.