Kazembe Abif, 33

BS sport management ’15, MS hospitality management ’16

ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY HUB SCHOOLS, YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON

Kazembe Abif, 33

BS sport management ’15, MS hospitality management ’16

ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY HUB SCHOOLS, YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON

Kazembe Abif of YMCA of Greater Boston is an alumnus honoree of Drexel Magazine's 40 Under 40 Class of 2026.

After a professional basketball career overseas, Kazembe Abif returned to the United States to lead community school initiatives and expand opportunities for urban youth.

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In his own words…

My Greatest Accomplishment: 

Graduating from Drexel. Having my family and friends support me on my pursuit of both my bachelor's and master's degrees from Drexel and knowing how proud I made them will forever hold a special place in my heart. 

How Drexel Shaped My Path:

Drexel was a place where I was able to grow into manhood. The life lessons and relationships that I have made along the way come second to none. Drexel was the first place where I learned how to build transformative relationships and to walk in rooms being my authentic self.

Where I Hope To Be in Five Years: 

I hope to have a flourishing youth education foundation that allows me to create expanded learning opportunities for urban youth. I hope to be a husband and father that can bring my family to Drexel basketball games so they can experience a place that brought me so much joy in my life. DM

In his own words…

My Greatest Accomplishment: 

Graduating from Drexel. Having my family and friends support me on my pursuit of both my bachelor's and master's degrees from Drexel and knowing how proud I made them will forever hold a special place in my heart. 

How Drexel Shaped My Path:

Drexel was a place where I was able to grow into manhood. The life lessons and relationships that I have made along the way come second to none. Drexel was the first place where I learned how to build transformative relationships and to walk in rooms being my authentic self.

Where I Hope To Be in Five Years: 

I hope to have a flourishing youth education foundation that allows me to create expanded learning opportunities for urban youth. I hope to be a husband and father that can bring my family to Drexel basketball games so they can experience a place that brought me so much joy in my life. DM