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YPN February 11th event canceled
Posted February 10th, 2010Due to the inclement weather and the ongoing state of emergency in Philadelphia, the event scheduled for Thursday, February 11 has been canceled.
We look forward to seeing you at the March 16 networking event at Del Frisco’s as well as the February 18th panel discussion on the 2010 census.
Looking to get on a non-profit board?
Posted February 5th, 2010As part of YPN’s Professional Development Series, this seminar focused on the best way to get on a non-profit board. Ms. Nancy Dunleavy, President and Founder of Dunleavy and Associates, moderated the seminar and offered great tips.
YPN celebrates Martin Luther King Day of Service
Posted February 5th, 2010YPN joined several other groups of volunteers at Royal Gardens in Morris Park on Monday, January 18.
Thank you Union Trust Steakhouse
Posted January 28th, 2010Union Trust Steakhouse hosted a beautiful holiday party for the YPN Board and Committee members on January 21, 2010. The food, ambience and specialty drinks were a real treat!! Several members of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors attended and participated in our evening of networking, getting to know one another, [...]
Why 2010 is the year that counts
Posted January 25th, 2010As an Honorary Chair of the 2010 Philly Counts census campaign, Rob Wonderling, Chamber President and CEO would like to share this information with you.
Why 2010 is the year that counts
As you may know, the national census happens every 10 years and will take place next year. I encourage all Philadelphians – as well as all [...]
Next American Vanguard – Calling for Applications!
Posted January 20th, 2010Next American Vanguard is the only annual conference dedicated to enlightening, inspiring and networking the next generation of urban leaders.
Philly’s new DA talks to young professionals
Posted January 15th, 2010Last night, over 150 YPN members and guest gathered at the Loew’s Hotel’s 33rd Floor. Surrounded by spectacular views, they were able to hear Philadelphia’s new DA, Seth Williams, speak about his hopes and plans for Philadelphia.
YPN at the American Pub
Posted January 5th, 2010YPN members and guests gathered at Center City hot-spot, the American Pub, at YPN’s recent networking event to hear remarks from Tasty Baking Company CEO & 2010 GPCC William Penn Award recipient, Charlie Pizzi, and to celebrate the Holiday Season. Mr. Pizzi provided insights into his leadership style, feeling of civic responsibility and outlook on the Philadelphia business climate generating a lively question and answer session.
Networking at its finest
Posted December 22nd, 2009Submitted by: Pamela B. Jacob, JEVS Human Services, Career Strategies Department
A couple months ago, I walked into my first YPN event and was pleasantly surprised. As an individual who thinks I know most people in this city, I had not known one person in the room and it was fantastic!
YPN volunteers help spread holiday cheer
Posted December 7th, 2009Submitted by Mai-Linh Hoang, DAL, Inc.
On a snowy Saturday afternoon, YPN volunteers brought some holiday cheer to the Salvation Army’s Eliza Shirley House. Volunteers decorated the foyer, hallways and common areas with christmas trees, lights and stockings.
The Eliza Shirley House provides emergency shelter for primarily homeless single women with children. The House provides not only [...]