In addition to her professional responsibilities, Yolanda has held several key positions in community organizations, such as Chair of Women in the NAACP and North Precinct Board Representative for Neighbor to Neighbor. Her leadership was particularly impactful during her tenure as the President of the Haynes-Trinity Neighborhood Coalition, where she successfully led fundraising initiatives that raised over $85,000 for local schools in the Whites Creek Cluster. Yolanda’s efforts have been recognized with numerous awards, including the VF honors Community Service Award and the Phenomenal Woman Award from Women Who Rock Nashville.

Yolanda’s academic achievements further enhance her consulting capabilities, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Tennessee State University and a Master’s degree in Public Service Management from Cumberland University. She is also a Certified Auditor and Correctional Executive with the American Correctional Association. These qualifications equip her with the analytical and strategic skills necessary for effective consulting in juvenile justice and community engagement projects.

Her involvement in professional organizations like the National Hook-up of Black Women and the American Correctional Association, along with her roles in community service groups such as the Rebuilding Together Nashville, reflect her widespread influence and commitment to societal betterment. Yolanda balances her professional life with personal commitments, being a proud mother and an active member of her church community, which adds a personal dimension to her profile as a dedicated community leader and advocate.