Mary Mack

Sep 13, 2024 | ypo.org | Mary Mack |Clay Swartz

In 2019, Peerless Coffee was named roaster of the year by Roast Magazine — the most prestigious coffee award in North America. Sure, you might think, a coffee company that has been around since 1924 is bound to pick up some awards along the way. But for YPO member, President and Master Roaster George Vukasin Jr., this moment was particularly meaningful: It recognizes superior quality, sustainable practices and commitment to community.

Mar 7, 2024 | ypo.org | Mary Mack |Clay Swartz

Two things keep YPO member Jes Wolfe up at night. The first is how to keep her media company thriving in an industry that is constantly influx — not an uncommon concern for a CEO. The second thing feels a bit more urgent:  “The state of girlhood has never been so dire as it is today,” she says. “It just makes me want to do more and faster.”There are alarming statistics informing Wolfe’s concerns. Since 2017, the overall rate of girls’ confidence has declined to 55% from 68%.