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December 2011 New Members
Posted January 9th, 2012The Young Professionals Network is proud to recognize its new members from the month of December. Thank you for your support.
January 2012 Member Spotlight
Posted January 4th, 2012Peter Edgar came to Philadelphia from Northern Ireland through the United States – Northern Ireland Mentorship Program. Read about his favorite areas of the city, who his mentors have been, and what advice he can offer to other young professionals!
YPN Volunteers for Turning Points for Children’s Toy Shop Program
Posted December 21st, 2011The Saturday before Christmas is usually reserved for last minute holiday shopping. Instead, a group of about 15 dedicated YPN volunteers rolled up their sleeves this year to assist Turning Points for Children with their Toy Shop program. Our tasks were to sort toys and games into appropriate age groups and to organize clothing according to size, as well as decorate the space for the holidays.
Silent Night….For A Little While Anyways
Posted December 20th, 2011Ironically, there was no music playing at the YPN event last Monday featuring Ari Solotoff and Cristian Macelaru, Executive Vice President and Assistant Conductor of the Philadelphia Orchestra. Background tunes would have been a distraction, and the audience of young professionals was too intent on listening to Mr. Solotoff and Mr. Macelaru as they shared information about our world-famous musical ensemble.
December 2011 Member Spotlight
Posted December 6th, 2011Name: Alan Avidar
Company: Philadelphia Union
Position: Account Executive
Q: How did you become involved with the Philadelphia Union, and what do you do there?
A: I worked in New York City in financial services for six years, quit my job to pursue a career in the sports industry and was accepted to a ticket sales training center for [...]
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Speaks to Young Professionals
Posted November 29th, 2011Philadelphia Police Commissioner Charles H. Ramsey recently addressed members of the Young Professionals Network of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. Hear what he had to say about the efforts being made to reduce crime in Philadelphia, the Occupy Philly protests, and how young professionals can help grow the city.
YPN Networks at the Water Works
Posted November 21st, 2011On Tuesday, November 15, 2011, YPN members gathered at The Water Works Restaurant and Lounge for a networking event that featured Philadelphia Police Commissioner Charles H. Ramsey.
YPN Volunteers at the Back on My Feet Bash
Posted November 14th, 2011The first thing that guests attending the Back on My Feet Bash this past Wednesday, November 2 noticed wasn’t the beautiful salon ballroom for the event, or the high fashion feel of the stages, but rather the 17 YPN members greeting them at the door. The smiling faces of our fellow members helped welcome the support and participants in celebrating one of Philly’s greatest charities.
Look out for YPN’s New Weekly Email
Posted November 3rd, 2011Keep an eye out for the Chamber Datebook each Monday to stay up-to-date on the latest events available to YPN members. As always, we look forward to providing you with enhanced opportunities.
Chamber Honors Long Time YPN Member
Posted November 3rd, 2011Scott Mirkin, President and Executive Producer of ESM Productions and a longtime member of YPN, is being honored with the Small Business Person of the Year award, part of the Chamber’s annual Excellence Awards Honoring the Region’s Small Businesses . Created in 1982, the Excellence Awards showcase the achievement and impact of small businesses in our region.