April Step Up Member Highlight

//Success Stories

We’re excited to highlight these standout Step Up Members who have invested in our mission and dedicated their time to mentorship!

Thank you to Beth Helmstetter, Caitlyn MacAllister, Katie Miller, Sarah Elliott, and Stacey Mendoza for your commitment to uplifting and inspiring young women through mentorship. Connect with them at a Step Up event in your city!

Member in the News

Beth Helmstetter

creative director, Beth Helmstetter Events

founder, The Good Beginning

Member Since 2023

Beth Helmstetter

Beth was most recently recognized by The New York Times and DWP Insider for her event design and planning businesses. As a Step Up Board Member, Beth has been instrumental in bringing Step Up’s annual Inspiration Awards galas to life, and helps to secure new opportunities and partnerships that support the organization’s growth.

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Longtime Member

Caitlyn McAllister

director, strategy & operations, global sales & membership, The Leading Hotels of the World

Step Up Eastern Region Board Member

Member Since 2017

Caitlyn has supported Step Up over the years through her generous investment in transformational mentorship programs, her commitment to mentoring Step Up girls in New York, and most recently through her new leadership position on Step Up’s Eastern Region Board.

Connect with Caitlyn

Longtime Member

Katie Miller

sales, Ulta Beauty

Member Since 2022

Kathleen Miller

Caitlyn has supported Step Up over the years through her generous investment in transformational mentorship programs, her commitment to mentoring Step Up girls in New York, and most recently through her new leadership position on Step Up’s Eastern Region Board.

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New Member

Sarah Elliott

VP, multi state manager, First American

Member Since 2025

Through her Step Up membership investment, Sarah supports mentorship programs helping young women build the confidence to navigate today’s world. Sarah is also participating as a mentor in the current Step Up Career Coaching cohort, helping her mentee to identify and take action on their goals for success.

Connect with Sarah

Board Member

Stacey Mendoza

senior team lead, brand partnerships, Hulu

Step Up Western Region Board Member

Member Since 2022

Stacey headshot

Through Stacey’s board leadership, she has secured funding for Step Up programming, facilitated corporate partner relationships, and expanded our reach as a Step Up ambassador. She has also helped guide young adults to their success through her participation as a mentor in Step Up’s Career Coaching program and Mentoring App.

Connect with Stacey

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