Katarah Jordan is a dynamic educator, dedicated community advocate, and lifelong learner devoted to empowering youth with the tools, opportunities, and support needed to excel from cradle to career. As the Chief Executive Officer of the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown, she leads with excellence and innovation, creating transformative opportunities for over 1,200 young people annually. Her leadership is deeply informed by her understanding of social determinants of health, ensuring that her work addresses the systemic factors impacting the well-being and success of children and families. Beyond her professional roles, Katarah is a proud children’s book author and holds a Master’s in Education from East Stroudsburg University and a BA from Lincoln University. As a certified Master Gardener, she is dedicated to fostering inclusive environments where children, families, and communities can flourish. Guided by her personal motto, “What’s Healthy Grows,” Katarah continues to inspire others to embrace growth, possibility, and the transformative power of addressing systemic inequities to build healthier communities.