TalentDreams was founded by Andrew Elliott and Lili Sinclaire. They started TalentDreams with the goal of helping to ensure youth and young adults in the local community have an opportunity to discover and cultivate their unique talents and pursue their dreams, while also developing a network that believes in them.

As a white male working in Tech, Andrew is keenly aware he sits atop the pinnacle of privilege in America. He feels very fortunate to have had the opportunities he has, and is deeply passionate about creating those opportunities for others who are less fortunate. After feeling that way for years,  Andrew became involved with an incredible organization called Year Up Bay Area (YUBA).

YUBA is a highly impactful chapter of Year Up, a national nonprofit whose mission is to close the Opportunity Divide by providing urban young adults with the professional skills, experience, and support that will empower them to reach their potential through professional careers and higher education. YUBA has amazing partners like Salesforce, Facebook, Microsoft, Workday, Amazon, and many other leading organizations. Jeff Weiner (founder of LinkedIn), the CEO of Accenture, DocuSign, and many others have all played a key role in the success of Year Up.

As a mentor at YUBA, each year Andrew met with two inspiring young adults every other week as they intern with the aforementioned partners. He would provide focused coaching and mentorship to them over a 6-month period. These amazing individuals are persevering through adverse conditions, and are deeply committed to establishing the foundation for the rest of their professional careers. It’s an extremely rewarding experience and phenomenal program that drives fantastic results.