Alumni

Once a Student, Always a CEO

YEA BR alumni don’t just leave with a business—they leave with the confidence, creativity, and leadership skills to keep building, innovating, and making an impact long after the program ends.

Our alumni are changemakers, community leaders, and entrepreneurs shaping Baton Rouge and beyond. This page is dedicated to celebrating their success stories and keeping our growing YEA BR family connected.

Meet the graduates who turned bold ideas into thriving ventures. From social enterprises addressing community challenges to startups gaining national attention, these stories showcase the power of what happens when a student becomes a CEO.

Alumni Spotlights

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Alumni Spotlight: Leila Ramos
Alumni Spotlight: Leila Ramos

When Leila lost several family members to overdose, she decided to take action. In a community where addiction is often “a hush-hush topic”.

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Alumni Spotlight: Amelia Sindelar
Alumni Spotlight: Amelia Sindelar

When Amelia entered the YEA BR, she never expected to walk out as the program’s top seed funding winner—much less the CEO of her own company.

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Alumni Spotlight: Haden Vidrine
Alumni Spotlight: Haden Vidrine

When Haden walked into his senior year of high school, he wasn’t sure what direction life would take after graduation, until he came across a flyer for YEA BR.

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We want to hear from you! Whether you’re launching a new company, starting college, earning awards, or celebrating personal milestones, your journey inspires the next generation of YEA BR students.

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  • Tell us about your business, career, or community work.

  • Share milestones, awards, or recognition.

  • Let us know how YEA BR helped shape your path.