United Way Quad Cities recently named Ty Lewis as the director of its African American Leadership Society (AALS) and Emerging Leaders donor networks.
The AALS is a United Way donor network that commits time, energy and financial resources to build a stronger, more equitable community for all in the Quad Cities, according to a news release from the nonprofit.
Emerging Leaders, which also is a donor network, represents young professionals, creatives and community leaders who work together to showcase the Quad Cities as a dynamic place to build lives, raise families and grow careers, the release states.
“These programs are about creating productive opportunities with positive people. Ty has a network that makes him a perfect person for this position,” Rene Gellerman, president and CEO of United Way Quad Cities, said in the release. “He’s driven and determined, and he’s not going to sit back and wait for things to happen. He is a change agent who isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo.”
A St. Ambrose University graduate, Mr. Lewis was a former credit trainee for Quad City Bank & Trust, and he served on the United Way Board of Directors from July 2021 to March 2023. He is active in the National Association of Black Accountants and the Rock Island – Milan Education Foundation.
Among his responsibilities in his new role, Mr. Lewis will work to grow the AALS and Emerging Leaders network to improve education, income and health outcomes in the Quad Cities. He also will work to develop and implement strategies to deepen meaningful connections with donors and volunteers in the Quad Cities, the release states.
“I’ve had a close, deep connection to United Way Quad Cities and its mission for several years now,” Mr. Lewis said in the release. “Being on the team will give me the chance to develop and expand opportunities that build a stronger, more equitable community for everyone. I’m excited to build bridges and create opportunities so everyone can thrive.”
To reach Mr. Lewis, email him at tlewis@unitedwayqc.org or call (563) 344-0317.
