Michelle Ellis Young

Michelle Ellis Young serves as the Chief Executive Officer of YWCA South Hampton Roads since May 2021, leading one of the oldest and largest multicultural women’s organizations globally. Concurrently, Michelle evaluates college courses as a Course Reviewer for the American Council on Education since January 2012. Previous roles include Executive Director at the American Red Cross, Director at Retail Alliance Foundation, and Adjunct Instructor at Bryant & Stratton College, where courses taught included Career Management and Human Relations. Additional experience includes a managerial position at Farm Fresh Food & Pharmacy and a temporary role at the American Diabetes Association. Michelle holds advanced degrees in Counseling and Educational Leadership and is a Doctor of Education candidate at West Virginia University.