Administration | YTL Training Program

Meet Administration

At YTL 21st CCLC our team of experienced administrators is committed to creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for every child. With a shared passion for education and youth development, we work together to ensure that our programs run smoothly, our staff is supported, and our students receive the best possible experience.

From coordinating daily activities to maintaining strong communication with families, our administrators are here to make afterschool learning fun, structured, and rewarding. Meet the individuals who help bring our vision to life!

Operations and Finance Director

Tyrone Brunson

Originally from Manning, SC, Tyrone Brunson moved to Asheville in 2021 and has served as YTL’s Operations & Finance Director since 2023. A summa cum laude graduate of South Carolina State University, he brings strong financial literacy and leadership to his role. After overcoming cancer and surviving a three-day coma from anaphylaxis, Tyrone is deeply committed to empowering youth—especially those facing adversity and self-doubt. Known for his engaging presence, he helps young people build self-awareness, resilience, and systems for success. His passions include public speaking, poetry, ministry, and basketball.

Assistant Director of Programming

Melissa Jones

With over 17 years of experience in the school system and 15 years dedicated to after-school programming, Melissa brings a deep commitment to supporting youth from all walks of life. As the Assistant Director at YTL, they oversee the operational success of the organization’s Afterschool, Summer Camp, Advocacy, and Community Health Worker programs.

For Melissa, being part of the YTL family is a journey of continuous professional and personal growth. They are driven by a singular mission: to provide scholars with a safe environment and the vital resources needed to cultivate self-respect, practice self-love, and become the very best versions of themselves.

​Meet Administration

Meet Administration