Young Professionals Group Leadership Committee
Do you like brainstorming? How about sharing feedback? Then we’ve got a great way for you to get involved. Join the YPG Leadership Committee to help shape YPG programing and resources. Share your insight into the ways young professionals ought to be supported throughout the year to come.
Time commitment: 7-10 hours. YPG Leadership Committee members participate in three in-person, one-hour meetings a year, as well as the YPG Captains’ Orientation Luncheon on April 25, 2025. YPG leadership committee members are also highly encouraged to attend YPG events throughout the year.
Committee Chair Position(s): 15-20 hours. In addition to participating in regular committee meetings and the YPG Captain Orientation Luncheon, a committee chair person undergoes spokesperson training and presents information about the YPG at the New CPA Recognition Dinners. The 2025 New CPA Recognition Dinners are on May 29 and Oct. 28 at the Metropolitan Ballroom in Wayzata. Finally, a chair person is also responsible for approving the meeting agendas provided by MNCPA staff prior to each regular committee meeting. Committee members can serve as Committee Chairs for up to 3 years.
Ready to join the YPG Leadership Committee?
Reach out to us at membership@mncpa.org to sign up.
You must be a current MNCPA member in good standing to join the YPG Leadership Committee.
2025-26 Committee members:
Jasmin McKenzie
Boyum Barenscheer, Audit Manager
"I look forward to networking with new wonderful individuals and continuing to grow the YPG."
FUN FACTS:
- Dual citizen of The Bahamas and US.
- I love baking desserts!
Samantha Tramp
Copeland Buhl, Senior Accountant
"I am looking forward to fun events and meeting new professionals!"
FUN FACTS:
- After busy season this year, I went on a 12-day Italy/Greece vacation. I visited 10 different cities and 3different countries!
- I am a military child, therefore, I lived in Hawaii for 2 years when I was little.
Shelby Marten
Eide Bailly, Manager
"I look forward to connecting with other young professionals."
FUN FACTS:
- My favorite restaurant in Minneapolis is Bar La Grassa.
- I love all card and board games — my favorites include Pfeffer, Cribbage, Code Names and Ticket to Ride.
Steve Jungbauer
Backstory Insurance Minnesota LLC, Controller
"This YPG season, I look forward to using my passion for networking and connecting to help foster new relationships among the next generation of accounting professionals!"
FUN FACTS:
- I am a certified scuba diver!
- I love to cook and try new recipes!
Shoal Stejskal
Mahoney, Associate Manager
"I am looking forward to meeting new people and building connections at YPG events!"
FUN FACTS:
- I volunteer for Rabbit Rescue of Minnesota and have four rabbits of my own.
- I am named after Shoal Lake in Canada.
Adrian Wear
Wisconsin Department of Revenue, Revenue Auditor 1
"I look forward to influencing how we engage with other young accountants."
FUN FACTS:
- I enjoy the outdoors.
- I like eating out.
Marcus Rien
MR CONSULTING, Owner
"I'm looking forward to inspiring & empowering the next wave of entrepreneurial CPAs."
FUN FACTS:
- I have a hole in one on a par 4.
- I was a diving coach for 10 years.
Megan Feltz
U.S. Bank
"I look forward to seeing Stephanie, Sylvia and Marcus!"
FUN FACT:
- During college I worked at a map library.
- I am an avid reader and love chatting with people about books.
- I collect stickers and Jim Beam decanters.
- My favorite travel spots are Estonia, Portugal, and Croatia.
Parker Erickson
NetSPI, LLC
"I look forward to promoting accounting and getting new staff involved in the YPG events."
FUN FACTS:
- I have completed many sprint triathlons and will be completing my first marathon in summer of 2025.
- I have two cats and one dog, all with a Pirates of the Caribbean themed name.
Ready to join the YPG Leadership Committee?
Reach out to us at membership@mncpa.org to sign up.
