Board of Directors

Julius W. Few, MD
Medical Director, The Few Institute
Few Initiative Founder and President

I founded The Few Initiative for Children because I feel strongly about giving back to the community. As a foundation charity, this initiative also offers the whole community the opportunity to join in collectively and support the city’s youth to help them succeed today, tomorrow and always.

Current Board Members of the Initiative

Melissa Ben-Yoseph
Principal, KELZ PR INC

“The Few Initiative delivers the opportunity to invest in tomorrow’s leaders today with a hands-on, collaborative approach. Programs are designed to cultivate pride in the community, a love of learning and a sense of self. These activities lead to skills that matter.”

Jay Bulev
Few Initiative Executive Director

“I have always enjoyed working with children of all ages throughout my career in youth sports. Seeing them grow and develop into productive young adults is incredibly rewarding. The events of 2020 have been a sobering reminder of how important it is for us to continue to invest in our children’s education, provide a better future for them, and work together toward equity. I am excited and grateful for the opportunity to work for the Few Initiative because it allows me to be a part of an organization that cares for tomorrow’s leaders! Together we can make an impact not only with individuals, but with our entire community!”

David Greenwald, JD
Partner, Jenner & Block

“The Few Initiative is a thoughtfully inspired organization designed with the goal of helping to influence and prepare young people to be successful both in school and in life. I’m proud to be a part of it.”

Emily Mariscal
Senior esthetician of the Few Institute for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

The Few Initiative shows us how much potential there is in our community when we actively provide the right path and mentorship. We’re excited to be able to inspire and encourage tomorrow’s leaders, today.”

Caitlin McCarthy
Founder & Owner, C|Louise PR+Marketing

The Few Initiative confirms a favorite quote, No One can do everything—but Everyone can do something.” I’m honored to be a part of a distinguished, inspired mission with intent to open closed doors and create transformation with opportunity. From my own experiences, I’ve been humbled to realize that people do need to learn, lead and find confidence to succeed. Not always an easy lesson. Yet this noble organization started by Dr. Julius Few is focused to help the youth of today be an integral part of tomorrow. We need to hold our hand out to help when we can, as much as we can. I’m grateful and excited to be a part of this strong incentive.

Jody Michael
CEO + Founder of Jody Michael Associates

“I’m delighted to serve on the board of The Few Initiative, an organization whose mission aligns with my life’s purpose of facilitating transformation. It is a privilege to support the personal and professional growth among Chicago’s promising next generation of leaders.”

Alec Semersky
Manager and Co-founder of Aforé by Dr. Few

“The Few Initiative is rooted in opportunity and inspiration. Giving our ambassadors the opportunity to lead in their communities, and set an example that inspires others, helps not only the ambassadors but their communities as a whole.”

Marita Stavrou
Philanthropist, Entrepreneur, Real Estate Design

As a native Chicagoan growing up on the west side, I am honored for a myriad of reasons to serve as a board member of TFI. I experienced first hand how mentorship, support, and education can transform a young child’s life. I now travel the world as Realestate Developer, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist, and giving back, is a life long priority. I believe TFI will continue to impact many students in the same way early intervention changed my life.”

Founding Members of the Initiative

Julius Few Sr.

“The Few Initiative charity is the embodiment of how to accomplish significant positive results. I have had the pleasure to observe, as a direct result of The Few Initiative, confused and misdirected youth blossom into confident and self-directed achievers. I am proud of my son for establishing such a dynamic and beneficial organization.”

James Chandler, MD
Surgical Director of Neuro-Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital

“I have always enjoyed working with children of all ages throughout my career in youth sports. Seeing them grow and develop into productive young adults is incredibly rewarding. The events of 2020 have been a sobering reminder of how important it is for us to continue to invest in our children’s education, provide a better future for them, and work together toward equity. I am excited and grateful for the opportunity to work for the Few Initiative because it allows me to be a part of an organization that cares for tomorrow’s leaders! Together we can make an impact not only with individuals, but with our entire community!”

David Greenwald, JD
Partner, Jenner & Block

“The Few Initiative is a thoughtfully inspired organization designed with the goal of helping to influence and prepare young people to be successful both in school and in life. I’m proud to be a part of it.”

Melissa Ben-Yoseph
Principal, KELZ PR INC

“The Few Initiative delivers the opportunity to invest in tomorrow’s leaders today with a hands-on, collaborative approach. Programs are designed to cultivate pride in the community, a love of learning and a sense of self. These activities lead to skills that matter.”

Nandi Ballard
Business Development Executive at YJT Solutions

“I am excited to meet, work and learn from and enjoy our amazing Ambassadors.”

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