Young Professionals of Greater Columbus Georgia
What Is YP?
Our YP program is designed to energize, engage, and empower young professionals, ages 21 – 40, in our Region by providing opportunities for YP members to actively shape the future of Greater Columbus Georgia.
We’ll provide opportunities to get connected through four major YP components – Networking, Community & Cultural Engagement, Political Awareness & Engagement, and Leadership Development.
To find out more about YP, click here for our GCGYP FAQ sheet.
Also, be sure to check out our upcoming events, and visit frequently to see what’s new as our YP program develops.
5 Avenues to get involved:
1. Leadership Enrichment Committee
2. Political Awareness and Engagement Committee
3. Community Service Committee
4. Career and Talent Development Committee
5. Social Engagement Committee
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Upcoming Events
Calender for 2010
March 16th, 2010- YP Wide Meeting
March 25th, 2010- Cocktails and Company
May 11th, 2010- YP Wide Meeting
June 24th, 2010- Cocktails and Company
August 17th, 2010- YP Wide Meeting
September 30th, 2010- Cocktails and Company
October 12th, 2010- YP Wide Meeting
November 11th, 2010- Cocktails and Company
December 14th, 2010- YP Wide Meeting
Highlights

2009 YP Annual Meeting
Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers!

5 Under 40 Reception

Regions’ Young Professionals Honored with Reception
Young Professionals, in coordination with Columbus and the Valley Magazine, made news by hosting a reception last Thursday honoring 10 citizens of Greater Columbus. The reception attracted over 70 people who observed the honorees receiving plaques for their accomplishments. Honored were five outstanding individuals under 40, and five rising stars; both for their commitment to making a difference in the Columbus area through their leadership and dedication to family, business, faith and community. The Greater Columbus Chamber is proud of the difference the honorees are making for our region.
The five under 40 are: Jay Alexander, Helena Coates, Brantley Ford, William Taylor, and Tyler Townsend.
The five rising stars are: Merri Sherman, Brian Sillitto, Almesha Ramsey, Brad Clements, and Brenda Williams.
It should be noted that the YP Program purchased all YP members a 6-month subscription to Columbus and the Valley Magazine back in March of this year. For more information on the winners be sure to check out your copy.
YP and CSU Mentoring Program
A new semester is about to begin at Columbus State University and they are looking for individuals who wish to make a difference in a student’s life as a mentor. YP already has 20 members that went through training and are connected with the mentoring program. If you wish to engage in your community, mentoring can be a great way to impact students lives. Contact Bernard McCrary at CSU for more information. His email address is
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Learn More!
Brandon Wells Young Professionals Program Manager
Greater Columbus Georgia Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1200, Columbus, GA 31902
706-327-1566
Direct 706-257-1194
Fax 706-327-7512
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