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Ilya Umanskiy

About Ilya Umanskiy

Ilya Umanskiy, a father of two, lives in lower Manhattan. His family recently relocated from Hong Kong after five years abroad. In his professional life, Ilya helps clients manage operational and reputational risks and advises young and aspiring professionals on soaring above mediocrity. His family time includes soccer, ballet, running and yoga.

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PTA Needs to be Resource to Help Students with Social, Health Issues

July 12, 2018 by Ilya Umanskiy

We need to reframe the function of a PTA from shallow facilitation of events and fundraising to a circle of support and protection – where our children could turn to for meaningful resources.

Filed Under: education, NYC Tagged With: mental health, PTA, suicide

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Youth Soccer a Kick in Shins if You Choose Unwisely

May 3, 2018 by Ilya Umanskiy

My son would often return from youth soccer practices bewildered and sad. His teammates chastised him for making mistakes. The coach would appear right before the practice and disappear immediately after. I was livid.

Filed Under: National, sports Tagged With: coaching, soccer, youth sports

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Addictive Technology Causing Concern about Children’s Health

March 15, 2018 by Ilya Umanskiy

My wife and I have noticed the more time my son interacts with his devices, the more difficult it is for him to control his negative impulses.

Filed Under: health, NYC Tagged With: computers, screen time, technology

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