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YEO NATIONAL CONVENING 2016 LINDA INGE Administration Linda began working with People For the American Way Foundation in 2000 as a volunteer but quickly turned her passion for civil rights into a career. Born and raised in North Florida, Inge’s background is in accounting. She worked as an accountant for Hopping, Boyd, Green and Sams Law Firm in Tallahassee, Florida and for the Florida Association of Counties. Since joining People For the American Way Foundation and People For the American Way, Inge has worked on a number of campaigns, including Election Protection and Supreme Court nominations. She currently serves as the YEO Network administrative manager. Contact Linda at [email protected]. RAQUEL JONES Membership Raquel Jones is the membership services coordinator for the YEO Network. Originally from Orlando, Florida, Jones is a graduate of Florida A&M University where she majored in political science with a focus in global security. Most recently, she served as an intern with the YEO Network, where she was instrumental in the successful execution of the 2014 National Convening. Prior to that, Jones served as a legislative intern for state Representative Kionne McGhee in the Florida House of Representatives, who is also a member of the YEO Network. There she managed constituent relations, assisted in organizing legislative events, and reviewed pertinent policy analysis in preparation for committee and constituent meetings. Jones is passionate about giving back and helping others; she hopes to leave a lasting impact on her community. Contact Raquel at [email protected] KAREN SCHILLINGER Advanced Leadership Karen Schillinger, Coordinator of Advanced Leadership, was bit by the campaign bug early in life and began volunteering a