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Get with the HYPE!
Helping Young Professionals Engage. Think of it like a matchmaking service between young professionals and their community. An initiative of the Young Professionals Network, HYPE learns about you and then provides recommended young professional organizations that match your interests. Looking to build your professional network? Interested in volunteering? Searching for social activities with your peers? Then believe the HYPE and fill out the survey today!
Click here to take the survey. Contact Angela Presutti at presutti@greaterakronchamber.org.
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Thirty Outstanding Young Professionals have been selected for the 7th Annual 30 for the Future Awards Program!
Thirty G reater Akron region young professionals have been named the recipients of the seventh annual 30 for the Future award. Part of the Greater Akron Chamber's strategy to attract and retain talent in the region, the 30 for the Future award honors young professionals (ages 25-39) whose stellar contributions impact their industries and the Greater Akron region.
The 7th annual award recipients will be recognized at a gala celebration at The Tangier on Thursday, September 12, 2013.
The 30 for the Fut ure Awards program is sponsored by Huntington Bank. To RSVP, click here .
2013 30 for the Future Recipients
Michael Andric
Barberton City Schools
Nichole M. Booker, PhD
United Way of Summit County
Patrick L. Bravo
County of Summit
Marie Brilmyer
SS&G, Inc.
Jeffrey S. Buckshaw
Bruner-Cox LLP
Brian Canterbury, M.D.
Akron General Medical Center
Michelle A. Carano
Meaden & Moore
Getta Cornici
Summit County Juvenile Court
Ralph Davila
WhiteSpace Creative
Brandi M. Davis
Akron Public Schools - Schumacher CLC
Matt Duncan
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLP
Carrie M. Dunn
FirstEnergy
Jennifer L. Eaton, PhD
Summa Health System
Leanne Graham
Victim Assistance Program
Leigh Greenfelder
Highland Public Relations
Elizabeth Kozenko
Cohen & Company, Ltd.
Todd Lisy, M.D.
Pioneer Physicians Network
Jennifer Logsdon
FedEx Truckload Brokerage
Leslianne Love
Old Carolina Barbecue Company
Timothy J. Madden
Biodynamicz, LLC
Kevin M. McCauley, PhD
Bridgestone
J.J. Mesko-Kimmich
White Hat Management
Phil Montgomery
City of Akron
Christopher JamesRichardson
Oriana House, Inc. (ADM Crisis Center)
E. Demond Scott, M.D., M.P.H.
Summa Health System
Kathryn Strand
Kent State University
Aaron Swartz
Ernst & Young
Katie Swartz
Acme Fresh Market
Jennifer Dawn Towell
Akron Municipal Court
Michael Wilson
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
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YPN Leadership Luncheon Series: Hosted by Akron Children's Hospital
The YPN Leadership Luncheon Series was created to provide young professionals a more in-depth opportunity to access and learn from established leaders, network with peers and provide employers opportunities to showcase their organizations to the community's emerging leaders.
The event will include networking, lunch and a presentation featuring:
- William Considine, CEO
- Grace Wakulchik, COO
- Shawl Lyden, Executive Vice President
- Walt Schwoeble, VP, Human Resources
- Mike Trainer, CFO
- Dr. Robert McGregor, CMO
The speakers will discuss their paths to their current roles, the challenges they faced throughout their careers and advice they would give up-and-coming young professionals.
The Leadership Luncheon is FREE for YPs, but space is limited to the first 40 people. This event is for YPN members only. Registration is required to attend. If you are interested in becoming a YPN member, contact Angela Presutti at presutti@greaterakronchamber.org.
Lunch and networking will start at 11:30 a.m., and the presentation will begin at noon. To RSVP, click here.
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| Looking to Plug into the Community? Join a YPN Crew Today!
A crew is just another name for committee. The YPN has three crews that focus on our key initiatives: Next Generation Leadership, Marketing the Region and Community Engagement. Each Crew works smart to bring valuable, interesting and unique opportunities for YPs from all professions and backgrounds.
Each Crew meets once a month for about an hour. If you are interested in joining a Crew or would just like to attend a meeting, email Angela Presutti at presutti@greaterakronchamber.org.
For more information on the YPN Crews, click here.
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United Way Young Leaders Society is Looking for YP Volunteers for Day of Action
Day of Action is United Way's community-wide day of service. In 2012, over 1,100 volunteers were actively helping local non-profit organizations on Day of Action. Be a part of the excitement this year and volunteer with Young Leaders Society (YLS). YLS will be one of the many groups taking on tasks that local nonprofit organizations couldn't complete without volunteer help.
YLS volunteers will be hosting a carnival at a childcare center from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. If you are able to participate, please RSVP by contacting Chris McKnight at cmcknight@uwsummit.org or by phone at (330) 643-5529 by May 31, 2013.
When & Where
Friday, June 21, 2013
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Childcare Center
(Details will be sent to volunteers)
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Plug into the Cuyahoga Valley National Park by Attending ElevAtion - A Summer Party for Hiking, Food and Music
You are invited to mingle in the meadow with music by Bethesda, hike the sublime Ledges Loop Trail (1-3/4 miles) and enjoy good food, good conversation and good company. After the hike, you can sit around the campfires as night falls and enjoy music with Abby Normal and The Detroit Lean under the Ledges Shelter.
Tickets are $75 each ($40 tax deductible) and can be purchased at www.ConservancyforCVNP.org/help/donate/elevation.
When & Where
Friday, June 21, 2013
6 to 11:30 p.m.
The Ledges Shelter - Cuyahoga Valley National Park
701 Truxell Rd.
Peninsula, OH 44264
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CreateAthon 2013: Win a Complete Brand Makeover
Are you a Northeast Ohio nonprofit organization that is in need of a complete brand makeover? If so, tell WhiteSpace Creative why you are so special and you could be one of three lucky winners to participate in their 24-hour CreateAthonŽ Extreme Brand Makeover event on September 19, 2013!
The prized package is valued at over $25,000. The creative work includes things like, ID package (logo, letterhead, envelope, business card); strategies, tactics and promotional ideas for future implementation; PR/social media consultation and so much more!
To learn more about this wonderful opportunity and to find the application form, click here. You can also visit WhiteSpace Creative's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WhiteSpace.Creative. The entry is due this Friday, June 21, 2013, so don't delay!
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Volunteer Opportunities
Looking for volunteer opportunities? There are several organizations looking for you! Please visit the United Way of Summit County Volunteer Center to find opportunities that best suit your interests. Click here to explore volunteer organizations. |
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