Board of Directors
Meet the dedicated leaders guiding our organization's vision and strategic direction.
President - Mickey Malotte
Software Developer
-Latitude Digital
2026-2028
Executive, IT, Volunteering, Events, Programs
Mickey is a software developer and music producer with nearly a decade of experience building software and leading collaborative projects. He's also a graduate of the National Outdoor Leadership School, where he completed a six-month backcountry leadership expedition. These diverse experiences—blending creativity, problem-solving, and people-first leadership—shape his approach as President of YPNG. He's dedicated to developing YPNG into an organization that's actively invested in the community and intentional about supporting people building their lives here—and has been building a custom website and membership platform to support that vision. Grounded in values of presence, kindness, and real human connection, Mickey is passionate about creating meaningful opportunities for members to engage, grow, and make a positive impact together.
Vice President - Anthony Leonti
Retirement Plan Advisor
-Corvus Wealth Advisors
2026-2027
Executive, Events, Programs
Anthony serves as a Retirement Plan Advisor at Corvus Wealth Advisors, specializing in advising on qualified plans such as company 401(k)s. Outside of his professional endeavors, Anthony enjoys exploring the scenic Central Coast with his wife, Grace, son, Manny, and daughter, Sienna, where they are always on the lookout for their next adventure. Anthony also enjoys being actively involved in his community through his church. He is passionate about seeking opportunities to give back to the communities he cherishes.
Treasurer - Brian Coleman
Finance Manager
-Company
2025-2027
Executive
Brian is an Economic Development professional with a knack for understanding how resources, people, and opportunity come together to strengthen a community—skills he brings to his role as Treasurer for YPNG. He's passionate about helping the organization grow sustainably while staying true to its mission of supporting young professionals on the Central Coast. When he's not crunching numbers or talking local economic strategy, you'll find him watching football or basketball, digging into the latest UFO news, or answering to his rapper name, B-Cool. Wu Tang forever.
Director of Strategy and Programs - Kaala Wood
Associate Consultant
-Collaboration LLC
2027-2028
Executive, Events, Programs
Kaala works in small business consulting, specializing in organizational development and aligning tools and processes with strategy to help business owners implement their vision and make it stick. She has a background in psychology and strategic human resource management, and is passionate about the intersection of people and systems. Outside of work, Kaala spends a lot of time outdoors and being a creative. She is a self-published poet, a musician who writes and records her own music, and a wedding photographer. If it's creative, she's in. As a born and raised SLO local, Kaala knows firsthand how special this place is and what a privilege it is to be a young professional rooted here. She's on the board to help make sure the programs and strategy behind the organization are as intentional as the community it's building.
Outdoor Activities Director - Eric Okerlund
Self Employed
-Eric Inc.
2026-2027
Executive, Outdoors, Events
Eric Okerlund is an artist, entrepreneur, and dedicated community organizer based in California’s Central Coast. He serves on the board of the Young Professionals Networking Group, where he leads efforts to strengthen community engagement through adult recreational sports, outdoor events, and meaningful connections among local professionals. Eric plays a key role in organizing YPNG's softball league and is passionate about creating inclusive spaces where people can build friendships. Drawing on an eclectic professional background that ranges from the golf industry to founding his own mechanical clock repair business, his leadership style blends logistical know-how, creativity, and a genuine warmth that brings people together. Whether on the field, planning a league season, or brainstorming the next community event, Eric brings energy, collaboration, and a strong sense of purpose to his work with YPNG.