What's included with the Alumnus?
Gatherings
Join us for a free, welcoming evening where young professionals connect over a shared meal, meaningful conversation, and a compelling speaker.
Once a quarter, we host a Gathering—a relaxed, welcoming evening where young professionals share a meal, hear from a compelling speaker, and engage in meaningful conversation.
It’s a thoughtful space to connect with new friends and reconnect with familiar ones.
Gatherings are open to everyone, not just members—so consider this your invitation.
Come as you are, and join us for free.
Details on our next Gathering are below.
It’s a thoughtful space to connect with new friends and reconnect with familiar ones.
Gatherings are open to everyone, not just members—so consider this your invitation.
Come as you are, and join us for free.
Details on our next Gathering are below.
Come for free! Details on our next Gathering is below.
Mentorship Forums are small, trusted groups that meet monthly for honest conversations about life—career path, money, relationships, faith, and everything in between. Think of it like your own personal board of advisors.
Each group is guided by a seasoned mentor—someone who’s been where you’re headed and is ready to offer insight, encouragement, and hard-earned wisdom.
It’s a unique space to grow with peers and learn from those a few steps ahead.
Each group is guided by a seasoned mentor—someone who’s been where you’re headed and is ready to offer insight, encouragement, and hard-earned wisdom.
It’s a unique space to grow with peers and learn from those a few steps ahead.
Deadline to sign up is early July.Click here to sign up
Marc GiannonePartner at Eaton-Cambridge
I am a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and hold the Retirement Income Certified Professional designation from the American College. I am involved with various causes such as Young Life and Generous Giving, and I serve as a board member of the National Christian Foundation Southwest.
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Ann AtkinsonHealthcare Real Estate Executive
I am a purpose-driven executive with over 20 years of experience leading investment, development, and strategic growth across the healthcare real estate sector. As a former executive of a NYSE-listed REIT and founder of a privately-held investment and advisory firm, I have executed more than $5.9 billion in complex real estate transactions, built and scaled high-performing teams, and advised executive leadership on capital strategy, portfolio performance, and organizational growth.
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Doug EatonFranchise Owner at NuVinAir
Accomplished Business Owner, Senior Executive and Board Member with more than 31 years of success across the industrial, medical equipment, chemical and automotive industries. Extensive international experience within manufacturing, quality systems and sales channel management sectors.
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Luke BathelFounder & Chairman at The Alumnus
Luke is the Founder & Chairman of The Alumnus, a community mentoring and equipping the next generation of leaders, and serves on the Advisory Board for the Colangelo College of Business at Grand Canyon University. He also serves on the YoungLife Regional Board for Arizona and New Mexico and actively supports other community initiatives.
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Chris EatonPresident of AlphaMeD
Chris Eaton has been married to his wife Lisa for 27 years, and together they have three kids—Andrew (18), Will (21), and Caroline (25)—along with a son-in-law, Nathan. Chris currently owns AlphaMeD, a multi-site medical clinic focused on primary and urgent care. Before moving into healthcare, Chris spent more than 20 years on staff with Young Life in Arizona, serving his final eight years as Regional Director. He has also served as an elder at Living Streams Church for the past eight years and is passionate about seeing young adults thrive in life, ministry, and faith.
Experiences are thoughtfully curated events and adventures that create space for connection, reflection, and growth. Whether it's a weekend retreat, a service project, or an outdoor adventure, each Experience is designed to deepen your relationships with others and strengthen your walk with God.
These are moments set apart from the noise—where meaningful conversations happen, friendships grow, and faith is renewed.
These are moments set apart from the noise—where meaningful conversations happen, friendships grow, and faith is renewed.
Become a member of the Alumnus to join the next experience.
Deepened my connection to both my community and my relationship with the LordThe Alumnus has deepened my connection to both my community and my relationship with the Lord. My mentorship forum has provided meaningful insight into my education, career, and relationships by creating a space to discuss relevant challenges and gain tangible wisdom from the group members and seasoned mentor. I am deeply grateful for the Alumnus and the role it has played in helping launch me from college into adulthood.
Gabby VelardeMember since 2025
Gave Me Confidence in Following God's Will For My CareerBeing a part of small groups through church and YoungLife has been amazing, but they lack a focus on the intersection of my faith and career. The Alumnus, particularly the Mentorship Forum, has given me exactly that. Monthly meet-ups with Marc Giannone, alongside a couple friends, gave me confidence that I was following God’s will for my career through wise biblical council.
Christian BeattyMember since 2024
A group of young professional who care deeply about God’s willAlumnus has been a huge gift personally and professionally! I’m grateful for the friendships I’ve made with fellow young professionals who care deeply about God’s will in our careers. The mentorship and peer advisory is hugely beneficial to anyone early in their careers!
Caroline CoonsMember since 2025
Life-Changing Community and MentorshipThe Mentorship Forum has been an incredibly valuable experience, offering practical advice, personal growth, and meaningful career insights. My mentor’s wisdom has helped me see the bigger picture, especially as I navigate important career decisions with discernment and a Christ-centered perspective.
Steven Owens, MBAMember since 2024
You are the CEO of your life.Whether you realize it or not, you are the CEO of your life. Alumnus has taught me that to be the best CEO possible, I need a board of directors to help guide me through all areas of life. Alumnus has helped me find mentors, peers and friends that provide wisdom and community.
Christian GragnanoMember since 2024
Supported in my faith, challenged in my workI’ve been involved with many young adult communities and I’m telling you, if you’re a young professional, the mentorship forums alone are worth the investment, but the opportunity to learn and experience life with like minded young professionals makes it a community you simply cannot miss out on joining.
Will AndersonMember since 2024