Meet our YCU team, the individuals behind the success of our young adults as they unleash their careers!
KAREN LYNN
Founder and President Karen Lynn has spent much of her 30-year career as an entrepreneur. During her career as a businesswoman, Karen realized the critical need and value of employing young adults with autism or other developmental challenges. She experienced first-hand that the right guidance and training was the key to help this untapped and underused workforce develop their skills and a career. Karen founded YCU: Your Career Unleashed and Mister Migs, LLC, its not-for-profit parent company, to help these young adults unleash their potential by experiencing and learning about work in a real work environment. Karen has been nationally recognized for her innovative leadership and for helping young adults with autism and developmental challenges lead productive lives. Money Magazine selected Karen as the Georgia Hero in their “50 Heroes 50 States” feature story.
MARY JUSTMAN
Mary Justman, Executive Director, holds a Masters of Business Administration and brings over 30-years of experience to YCU Your Career Unleashed in helping young adults develop their professional career path. Her experience includes working with young adults as an Academic Dean, Program Director, and Instructor in the areas of business, marketing, merchandising, career development, and entrepreneurship. Mary has held key positions in both the public and private sector including Buyer, Store Manager, Event Coordinator, and Public Relations and Marketing Specialist. Mary is a Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC) and a member of the Professional Association of Resume Writers & Career Coaches (PARWCC).
ROSEMARY HOPPER
As Product Manager for Mister Migs LLC, Rosemary Hopper oversees design and production for its complete line of dog gear for good apparel and accessories. Rosemary has over thirty years of experience in the fashion industry, primarily in the areas of commercial and specialty design. She is a Master Tailor and has taught her craft as a Professor of Fashion Design for Bauder College, a post she held for over 20 years. She now uses her combined education and business talents to provide mentoring and guidance to young adults, helping them to develop their skills for the world of work.