Date of Birth: January 11, 1965
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Biography
Gerald Chertavian is an American businessman, social entrepreneur, and philanthropist known for his dedication to closing the Opportunity Divide through education and job training. He is the founder and CEO of Year Up, a non-profit organization that provides urban young adults with skills, experience, and support to empower them to reach their potential through professional careers and higher education. Born and raised in Lowell, Massachusetts, Chertavian graduated from Bowdoin College and Harvard Business School. Before founding Year Up in 2000, he had a successful career in business and technology, including co-founding Conduit Communications, a web development company that was eventually sold. Chertavian’s work has earned him numerous accolades, including the Harvard Business School Alumni Achievement Award and recognition as one of America’s Best Leaders by U.S. News & World Report.
5 Interesting Facts about Gerald Chertavian
1. Gerald Chertavian was inspired to start Year Up after mentoring a young boy from New York City through the Big Brother Big Sister program.
2. Year Up has served more than 30,000 young adults since its inception in 2000.
3. Chertavian’s book, “A Year Up,” details his journey and the impact of the organization on bridging the Opportunity Divide.
4. He initially funded Year Up with his own money and through support from several early investors and philanthropists.
5. Gerald Chertavian speaks regularly at conferences and events, advocating for the importance of education and job training for underserved communities.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gerald Chertavian
1. “Talent is distributed evenly, but opportunity is not.”
2. “Our young adults are our most valuable asset, and investing in their education and training is investing in our collective future.”
3. “We need to create pathways to success that are accessible to everyone, regardless of their background.”
4. “Building bridges between talent and opportunity requires commitment, resources, and a belief in the potential of every individual.”
5. “The success of Year Up proves that when given the chance, young adults can achieve great things.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$100 million
Children
Gerald Chertavian has three children with his wife, Kate Chertavian. Their names are Alex, Christopher, and Caroline.
Relevant Links
1. [Year Up Official Website](https://www.yearup.org
2. [Gerald Chertavian LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerald-chertavian-54a671/
