Info. Session: Volunteering at the 2025 World Leadership Congress (WLC)

Blake (he/him) is the 2025 Vice Chair of Operations. Starting his volunteer journey in 2015, he has held various roles across multiple sites, finding HOBY home at WLC. Blake is dedicated to creating an exceptional experience for 2025 ambassadors, which will continue to impact future volunteers and ambassadors.

Cy (he/him) is the 2025 WLC Chair. He’s a 2003 Cal-Central HOBY alum and has been volunteering with HOBY in various roles since. As a long-time volunteer, he's excited to focus on promoting the longevity of the WLC while working with our amazing leadership team to create a magical experience in July.

Leah (she/they) is the 2025 WLC Vice Chair of Program. She is a 2013 HOBY Maryland and WLC alum and has been volunteering with HOBY since, including in program roles at both WLC and Maryland. Leah is excited to build a program that is inclusive, intentional, and innovative. She feels incredibly lucky to work with this amazing leadership team.

Mallory (she/her) is the 2025 WLC Vice Chair of Connections/ Incoming 2026 WLC Chair. She is a 2009 HOBY Southern California alumnus who has volunteered with HOBY for the past 15 years, in various roles at HOBY California and HOBY WLC. In the HOBY world, Mallory serves on the California Board of Directors and outside of HOBY world she works in San Diego as a special education teacher. At this year’s WLC, Mallory is looking forward to working with the team to create an experience for ambassadors rooted in discovery, joy, and connection.

Mark (he/him) is the WLC 2025 Vice Chair of Ambassador Experience. He is a 2008 HOBY Texas North alumnus and has volunteered for various seminars for over a decade including 9 years at WLC. Mark is honored to build and lead a community of facilitators focused on creating a positive, inclusive, and life-changing experience for the 2025 WLC student ambassadors.