Our Team

Lauren Chen

Program and Evaluation Director
lauren@enterpriseforyouth.org
415.392.7600 x303

  • Lauren was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York before finding herself in the Bay Area. A proud product of public schooling from K through college, Lauren graduated with her bachelors degrees in Human Development and English from the State University of New York at Binghamton before going on to work in school-based operations at several public charter schools in New York City focused on closing the achievement gap for traditionally underserved local communities. Her work is informed by a strong belief in the value of experiential learning and the desire to bridge gaps between theory and practice. She enjoys creating sustainable systems and solving logistical puzzles to enable her team’s, and ultimately the youth’s, success. She is passionate about advancing educational opportunities and racial diversity and equity. In her free time, Lauren loves to dance, plan road trips, and play with her two calico cats.

Erin Frawley

Program Director
efrawley@enterpriseforyouth.org

628.237.2753

  • Erin is an east coast transplant who has lived in the Bay for the last five years. Erin began her career teaching and developing curricula for non-profits. More recently, Erin worked for SFUSD, training central office and school site staff, and the University of California, where she supported pregnant and parenting college students and their allies. She is experienced in building and maintaining partnerships, designing and facilitating learning opportunities, and operationalizing systems-change and policy implementation. All of Erin’s work is informed by the belief that young folks and their families deserve equitable access to the programs and supports that will help them thrive. She loves reading, camping, live music, and collecting seashells.

Lisa Fung

Chief Development Officer
LFung@enterpriseforyouth.org

415.812.8085

  • Prior to Enterprise for Youth, Lisa was the Managing Director of the Data For Good Fund, at UpMetrics, a company empowering the social sector with impact measurement and management. Prior to UpMetrics, she was co-founder of SchoolPages, an EdTech company that promoted internal communication tools to promote parent engagement. She has also worked to increase internet connectivity in K12 schools at EducationSuperHighway, and was the VP of Sales & Business Development for GreatSchools, an nonprofit organization dedicated to helping parents find the best schools for their children.  

    She has served on several nonprofit boards including Cameron House, Healing Waters Wilderness Adventures, and the SF Historical Society.Throughout her career, she has developed key partnerships with organizations that are making an impact for positive change. 

    When Lisa is not working, or sending embarrassing TikTok messages to her college-age children, you can find her volunteering as a white water river rafting guide for underserved populations.  Lisa is a fourth-generation San Franciscan and a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley with a degree in Environmental Science.

Bonnie Kramer

Associate Director of Operations and Development
bonnie@enterpriseforyouth.org

628.900.8140

  • Bonnie is a Los Angeles native who found herself visiting the Bay Area so often that one day she decided to stay longer than just a weekend. She graduated from UCLA with a degree in Political Science and most recently worked on the Development team at Le Lycee Francais de San Francisco. Bonnie finds her motivation working in Development as someone who has always been inspired by the power of interpersonal relationships and the difference impactful connections can make. She enjoys spending her free time baking sweet treats for her family and friends, as well as volunteering at various reproductive health justice organizations.

Stephanie Joe

Director of Grants and Strategic Initiatives
sjoe@enterpriseforyouth.org
650.787.9801

  • Stephanie is an Enterprise for Youth alum and a proud third-generation San Franciscan. Her immigrant grandparents were small business owners in SF Chinatown, instilling in her a deep appreciation for hard work and community. A lifelong advocate for expanding access to quality education, Stephanie brings her commitment and wealth of experience to Enterprise.

    Before joining the team, Stephanie spent a decade in education technology, leading content strategy at Udemy and Chegg. She honed her strategic skills at Bain & Company in San Francisco and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School.

    Stephanie’s passion for youth development began at UC Berkeley, where she and her current husband co-led Cal-in-the-Capital, a program that placed 100+ Cal students in transformative internships in Washington, D.C. She later served on the board of Girls Leadership in Oakland, championing social-emotional learning and confidence-building for young girls.

    Excited to contribute her expertise to advancing equity for San Francisco youth, Stephanie is thrilled to be part of the Enterprise team. Outside of work, she enjoys mentoring young people—including her own three children as they embark on their journeys—and spends her free time dancing with the vibrant community at ODC.

     

Peter Nicosia

Program Manager
pnicosia@enterpriseforyouth.org
628.900.0433

  • Peter is a Bay Area native who grew up in Marin County. Before joining Enterprise for Youth, he worked at several other youth-based organizations focusing on fitness and health throughout the Bay Area. Peter is passionate about youth development and hopes to continue working with America’s young people. Besides from work, he enjoys reading, writing, and staying as active as possible.

Guadalupe (Lupe) Peña

Program Associate
lupe@enterpriseforyouth.org

  • Lupe was born in Guanajuato, Mexico and was raised in San Francisco, California. She became the first in her family to graduate from College with a B.A. in Public Health from Mills College at Northeastern University. She has a passion for eliminating the multiple barriers that underserved communities continue to face by being an advocate for her community. Lupe joined the Enterprise For Youth program as a junior in high school where she then participated in multiple internships. Now she is helping our San Francisco youth have the same opportunity and support, as she did, by helping Enterprise in providing our under-resourced youth with more accessible and equal opportunities to work experiences, professional skills, networking, and individual growth. In her free time and in the company of her family Lupe enjoys passing time in nature on warm days and watching movies with hot chocolate on cold days.

Holly Schultz

Program Manager

hschultz@enterpriseforyouth.org
628.900.0414

  • Holly graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Social Work from San Francisco State University. As an undergraduate she served as an Americorps member, supporting mentorship programs and social emotional learning at SFUSD elementary schools. Holly is passionate about supporting marginalized youth to achieve their educational goals. Prior to joining Enterprise, Holly worked on the Family Preservation Program at Family Support Services. As a Program Manager, Holly hopes to bring her past experiences collaborating with students and families to strengthen and support the lives of young people. When she’s not working, you can find her baking in the kitchen, pretending she is a contestant on The Great British Bake Off.

Carlo Solis

Chief Executive Officer
carlo@enterpriseforyouth.org
415.392.7600 x320

  • Throughout Carlo’s journey, which spans two decades in community organizations in San Francisco, he has witnessed the transformative impact of paid internships and career readiness support on the lives of young people. Enterprise for Youth has been a vital connector, ensuring that every young person, regardless of their neighborhood, has access to opportunities for success and personal growth.

    Carlo’s commitment is to continue and enhance the legacy of Enterprise for Youth over the next 55 years. Drawing from his experiences as a Community School Coordinator with SFUSD, a Director at Bay Area Community Resources, and Senior Partnership Manager at MyPath, Carlo understands the importance of collaborating with community networks and agencies to uplift our youth and fulfill our mission.

Kevin Cauich Tejero

Job Coach
kcauich@enterpriseforyouth.org 

  • Originally from Yucatán, Mexico, Kevin’s journey to San Francisco at the tender age of 12 marked the beginning of a new chapter in the pursuit of life-changing opportunities. Early involvement with Enterprise for Youth at age 15 paved the road for professional and personal growth and community engagement, leading to impactful roles as a community organizer for non-profits in high school and as a tutor and counselor within the SFUSD in college. With his recent degree in Applied Mathematics from San Francisco State University, Kevin leverages his experiences to empower the next generation through Enterprise for Youth, echoing the support and opportunities that fueled his own development.

    Beyond his professional endeavors, Kevin finds joy in family gatherings, volunteering at his local church, and embracing the freedom of the open road on his motorcycle along Highway 1.

Talia Uribe

Senior Program Manager, Climate Career Corps
talia@enterpriseforyouth.org

415.392.7600 x814

  • Talia is a Los Angeles native living in the Bay Area. As a proud SF State alumni, she graduated with a B.A. in English Literature and a minor in Incarceration Justice Studies. As an undergraduate, she focused on educational equity in public schooling and the juvenile justice system. Since graduating, Talia has expanded her knowledge by studying herbal medicine, food justice/equity, and sustainable farming practices. Recently, she earned a certificate in applied agroecology and has recently interned at Alemany Farm in San Francisco. Talia’s professional background in K-8 education and non-profit development has brought her to Enterprise for Youth as a Program Associate, where she continues to foster her commitment to creating safe spaces for youth to develop their leadership skills and experiences. In her free time, you can find Talia cuddling up with her animal companions and a hot cup of tea.