By CatholicPhilly Staff Report • Posted December 16, 2025

Young Catholic Professionals of Philadelphia has announced Autumn Gargiule as its new president for 2025–2026. She succeeds founding president Melissa Caromano, who helped launch the chapter in 2021 and served four years on the leadership team, including two as president.

Gargiule previously served as director of operations, overseeing event planning and coordination. A licensed engineer and project manager, she brings a decade of experience leading major transportation projects in the Philadelphia region.

“YCP Philadelphia has provided the foundation and community to integrate my faith into how I work, lead, and live each day,” Gargiule said. “I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as our chapter’s president and look forward to the impact we will make this year.”

Denise DiCarlo, chair of the board, praised Gargiule’s appointment, citing her “professional excellence, strong faith, and spirit of servant leadership.”

The chapter expressed gratitude to Caromano for her leadership and dedication to building a community of young Catholic professionals in Philadelphia.

YCP Philadelphia is part of the nation’s largest professional association for Catholics in their 20s and 30s, offering mentorship, networking, and faith formation.

For more information, visit youngcatholicprofessionals.org/chapter/philadelphia.