Charles Hayden is a passionate youth development professional dedicated to helping young people especially those of color discover their potential and thrive. He plans to use this fervor to advocate for his clients at ProRank. With experience leading programs across mainly in Boston but around the country, he has designed innovative curricula, including a Social Entrepreneurship program that inspired over 200 middle schoolers to explore new ways of thinking and problem-solving. Charles has also managed large-scale youth programs, coordinated summer initiatives, and built meaningful partnerships between schools, nonprofits, and corporate sponsors.
Before focusing on education and youth empowerment, Charles honed his leadership skills managing high-volume operations at Under Armour’s flagship store, where he led teams and streamlined processes for peak performance. He also proudly served as an AmeriCorps member with City Year, where he engaged thousands of volunteers, supported students with mentoring and tutoring, and developed a passion for community service that still drives his work today. Charles pursued his Business degree at Southern New Hampshire University, further strengthening his skills in organizational leadership and strategy. Outside of his professional work, Charles is a die hard Philadelphia sports fan, music lover and sneaker connoisseur.
He is committed to creating spaces where people of his community feel seen, heard, and empowered to shape their futures.