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For more information on The Sarasota Young
Professionals, contact:
Amy M Program Coordinator
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce
941-556-4038
www.SarasotaYPG.com
Photography credits:
Herb Booth, Booth Studios
Cover, page 3, 10, 18, 20, 24
Scott Phillips
page 12
Stock photography courtesy of:
Grapevine Communications ~ Advertising Agency
page 12, 16
Concept & design of Program Book courtesy of:
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committees:
membership
member benefits
sponsorship
government issues
volunteers
leadership
leadership circle
communications
events
private networking
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Celebrating Success Letters from the Past & Present YPG Chair
Since its bold beginnings in 2003, the Sarasota YPG has been a hub for building a social network for
young professionals in Sarasota. Our organization continues to focus on grooming Sarasota’s Young Professionals as leaders in arts, business, government and philanthropic organizations. It has also been recognized as one of the best networking organizations in Sarasota. It’s time that we celebrate our success!
In 2011-2012, YPG has been successful in 3 key areas. (1) Communications; through social media, our
message has reached well over 5,000 young professionals. You have also told us just how important
YPG is to you and the community. (2) Membership; our engagement is now over 400 members, YPG
of which 80% have joined or renewed online and 25% are actively volunteering.
Frank Maggio
And we continue to offer successful events, including After Hours, Annual Conference, Golf Tournament, Luncheons, Open Board
Meetings and Personal/Professional Leadership Seminars. (3) Partnerships; our outreach is viral and cultural, as we have built creative
partnerships with several organizations, including Asolo Rep, Community Youth Development (CYD), Ringling Museum, Sarasota Film
Festival and The HuB to bring added benefits to YPG membership. Bottom line is that a $60 membership is worth over 10 times your
investment in the organization.
As a Florida native who graduated from Florida State University, I’ve had a rewarding career in banking since moving to Sarasota in
2001. Many also know me as an avid volunteer, which is why I joined YPG in 2004. Since then, I’ve been giving back to the organization and the community, which has given so much to me. Servant leadership has been my biggest success in life!
Over the last 4 years, it has been an honor to serve on the YPG Board with Sarasota’s most talented young professionals. It’s also extremely gratifying to witness the impact that this organization has had, helping ensure a strong future for our community.
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As we prepare for YPG’s 10th Anniversary in 2013, I wish you all the best and continued success!
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Sincerely,
Frank Maggio
Past Chair
Welcome to the 2012-13 Sarasota YPG term. It’s a wonderful honor to lead this group as the Chairman
during the next year, and I have the utmost confidence in the Board of Directors we have in place to
take this organization to the next level. Our first and most important goal is to keep the YPG Mission
at the heart of everything we do.
“To create a platform for our members to build relationships, develop professionally, become civically
and philanthropically active, and contribute to the economic development and high quality living of our
community.”
Sam Davidson
Our recent success has been dependent on this Mission, and we will continue to use it as a driving force to promote Sarasota as a
great place to live and work for young professionals. Sarasota YPG will continue to be the voice of the under-40 workforce, and we
will showcase our Members as today’s leaders that are positively impacting the
County in an economic, social, and philanthropic manner. This is an exciting time to be a young professional in Sarasota. The area
is exploding with new career opportunities, successful entrepreneurs, a thriving arts and culture scene, and a social calendar for every
personality. When all of these things come together, Sarasota becomes one of the best places in the world for young professionals
to live.
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Sincerely,
Sam Davidson
YPG Chair, 2012-2013
ypg overview
Young Professionals Group (YPG) is a meaningful networking organization of dedicated,
talented young professionals ranging in age from 21-40 in Sarasota County. YPG began
with an explosive launch in May 2003 and a simple agenda: To enrich our community by
uniting and developing our young professionals. Today, the roster has grown to well over
350 young professionals from a wide cross-section of careers and industries. We continue
with a momentum that has surpassed initial expectations. We invite you to help build this
momentum by joining us. There are many ways to participate and contribute - review our
site and we’re sure you’ll find the opportunities that are right for you.
ypg mission
To create a platform for our members to build relationships, develop professionally,
become politically and philanthropically active, and contribute to the economic development and high quality living of our community.
ypg vision
Sarasota is experiencing a renaissance....The energy, enthusiasm and talent of the Young
Professionals Group stands out as our most encouraging asset in developing our city’s
future. YPG is the voice of Young Professionals in Sarasota County.
what is in it for me?
>Create networking opportunities
>Contribute to and enrich the community
>Provide opportunities for educational
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Build awareness of governmental
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letter from the ceo, srq chamber
Our Young Professionals Are
Sarasota’s Tomorrow
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For years, greater Sarasota had enjoyed the
benefits of being a leading destination community in Florida. Our successful combination of pristine beaches, brilliant weather
and culturally rich surrounding gives Sarasota County a reputation of being named
“paradise.” Today, as the community works together to stimulate
economic development, working to strengthen our assets and
expand and extract business, young professionals are ready to
meet the needs of employers who want to sustain a dynamic and
well-educated staff.
With the insight and energy of a dozen or so founding members
seven years ago, the “YPG” has grown to involve between 400 and
500 members. At least a half-dozen members participate at the
top leadership level of The Chamber’s structure by being members
of our Board of Directors. We are very proud of the contributions
these hundreds of young professionals have already made and
we invite you to help build this momentum by joining the YPG
or encouraging others to do so. Working together, we can better
secure a prosperous future for greater Sarasota – you are
Sarasota’s tomorrow.
Steve Queior, CCE, President/CEO
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce
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The mission and the vision of the YPG is totally in concert
with that of the overall Chamber, and the talents and
energies of the cadre of quality young men and woman
is phenomenal. The benefits The Greater Sarasota
Chamber of Commerce and the community have seen
from the growth of the YPG are numerous, and include:
~Increased involvement in community
and public policy issues
~Connections with dozens of charities and
not-for-pr
ganizations across the community that YPG members assist
~Creation of a stream of dedicated volunteers
for human service, arts and culture and numerous
other types of civic organizations
~A resource pool of Chamber members and leaders
to draw upon as The GSCC continues to expand
its programs and services
srq chamber vision
The Chamber’s vision is to create the best business climate in the
and seven councils continually look for exciting and progressive
United States. Our vision is not about having more. It is about having
ways to help our members, employees and community.
better. Our view of the ideal business climate is a balance between
quality of living and quality of working. It is a community abundant
We believe that our active Chamber is one of the many reasons that
with talent, embracing of technology, and encouraging of diversity.
greater Sarasota is consistently identified as one of America’s most
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desirable areas to live, work and enjoy the best that life has to offer.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic group of
1,700 member companies and organizations that recognize the value
of working together to accomplish what no single member could
hope to achieve individually. Using our members’ collective vision,
resources and energy, we work to maintain a healthy environment in
which our community can grow and prosper.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce was established in
“Thank you Anand Pallegar, Matt Buchanan,
Kent Hayes and Veronica Pastore for a very
interesting and insightful lunch presentation!”
~ Jonathan Whitney
Attorney / YPG Member
1921 and is located on the West Coast of Florida. Our four divisions
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ypg board of directors
Pictured Above Front Row: Ben Wagner, Amy Mosshart, Sam Davidson, Jason Chachula, Valerie Wadsworth
Back Row: Jessica Nuncio, Manasa Narasimman, Frank Maggio, Rebecca Dean, Jon Pierce, Jesse Turner, Sean Duade, Sarah Dolyak
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Sam Davidson, Chair
Westfield Southgate
[email protected]
Where are you from?
Kansas City, MO
Where did you attend college?
DePaul University, Chicago, IL
If you could be anyone famous or (a) fictional
character who would you be?
Bruce Wayne
What was your favorite TV show growing up?
Sportscenter
If Scotty could beam you up where would
you want him to send you [real or fictional place]?
Kelly’s Pub, Chicago, IL
Jason Chachula, Chair Elect
Nobel Biocare
[email protected]
Where are you from?
New York City, but I was raised in Florida
Where did you attend college?
SUNY and Florida State University
If you could be anyone famous or (a) fictional
character who would you be?
Bono... I mean seriously do I have to explain this one
What was your favorite TV show growing up?
A Team or Air Wolf Friends
If Scotty could beam you up where would
you want him to send you [real or fictional place]?
Scotty: Let’s go to the Moon
Sean Duade, Membership Chair
Ambo Foods, LLC
[email protected]
Where are you from?
Grew up in Syosset, New York
Where did you attend college?
University of Puget Sound in Tacoma WA
If you could be anyone famous or (a) fictional
character who would you be?
Bob Dylan
What was your favorite TV show growing up?
NBA on NBC
If Scotty could beam you up where would
you want him to send you [real or fictional place]?
1994 New York Knicks championship parade...
sadly, this is fictional.
Jesse Turner, Partnership Chair
Exit Realty
[email protected]
Where are you from?
Sarasota, FL
Where did you attend college?
Two time-University of Florida Alumni! Go Gators
If you could be anyone famous or (a) fictional
character who would you be?
Sherlock Holmes. Witty, bad ass.
If Scotty could beam you up where would
you want him to send you [real or fictional place]?
At the base of Breckenridge, CO. I spent a weekend
there, years ago, and absolutely loved everything
about it: the arts & crafts, the festivities (Octoberfest),
the culture, and of course- the scenery.
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Jon Pierce, Communications Chair
USarasota
[email protected]
Where are you from?
Plainwell, MI (just north of Kalamazoo)
Where did you attend college?
Michigan State University
If you could be anyone famous or (a) fictional
character who would you be?
mythological Atlas or the freed slave
from Plato’s Allegory of the Cave
What was your favorite TV show growing up?
Transformers, Voltron, He-Man, and Go-Bots
Rebecca Dean, Leaderhip Chair
Manatee County School Teacher
[email protected]
Where are you from?
Bradenton, FL
Where did you attend college?
Florida State University (BA) University of South Florida (MA)
What was your favorite TV show growing up?
Friends
If you could be anyone famous or fictional
character who would you be?
Governor of Florida and change the way Florida
values education
Sarah Dolyak, Member at Large
Northwestern Mutual
[email protected]
Where are you from?
Jacksonville FL
Where did you attend college?
Florida Southern College in Lakeland FL
If you could be anyone famous or (a) fictional
character who would you be?
Kate Middleton--- I would be a princess.
What was your favorite TV show growing up?
Friends
Manasa Narasimman, Community Youth Development
Where are you from?
Atlanta, Georgia
If you could be anyone famous or (a) fictional
character who would you be?
Hermione Granger
Do you atend school?
Pine View School
What was your favorite TV show growing up?
Lilo and Stitch
Chris Laney, Technology Chair
Digital Frontiers Media
[email protected]
Where are you from?
Sarasota, FL
Where did you attend college?
State College of Florida and Savannah College of Art & Design
If you could be anyone famous or fictional
character who would you be?
No one. I love me
What was your favorite TV show growing up?
Boy Meets World
If Scotty could beam you up where would you want
him to send you [real or fictional place]?
Hawaii. I Need a vacation.
Jessica Nuncio, Volunteer Chair
Discount Prescription Services, LLC
[email protected]
Where are you from?
I was born in Mexico and spent my childhood there. I
moved to the US as a teenager and I have lived in New
Jersey and Florida.
Where did you attend college?
Montclair State University & University of Bristol, England
If you could be anyone famous or (a) fictional
character who would you be?
Oprah...who has the ability to inspire, motivate
and influence people all over the world.
What was your favorite TV show growing up?
Alf and Punky Brewster
Ben Wagner, Finance Chair
Sarasota Yacht Club
Where are you from?
Chicago, IL
Where did you attend college?
Columbia College
If you could be anyone famous or (a) fictional
character who would you be?
Spiderman
What’s your favorite quote?
“A penny saved is a penny earned”
Michael Long
Student at New College
Where are you from?
Sarasota, Florida
Where did you attend college?
Currently enrolled at New College of Florida
If you could be anyone famous or (a) fictional
character who would you be?
Batman
What’s your favorite quote?
“The only limitations in life are those you impose
upon yourself”
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We don’t
just get
involved.
We become
part of your
corporate
dna .
membership
our organization’s growth is critical
to Sarasota’s business community.
goals & objectives
The focus of the Membership Committee is to help our members
connect to the programming and people that help them achieve their
professional goals. Often the first impression of YPG, the Membership
Committee works diligently to welcome new members and showcase
the value and exclusive benefits of becoming a YPG member.
Effective legal solutions come from understanding
From immediate access to the area’s most influential business leaders
to discounted and complimentary entry into Sarasota’s top social and
professional events, the value of your YPG Membership continues to
grow each month.
The Membership Committee is made up of the movers and shakers in
real estate, banking, law, education, tourism, healthcare, finance, and
marketing. Young Professionals interested in dramatically increasing their
your distinct corporate DNA and the fundamental
values on which it is based. At Shumaker, our
lawyers become immersed in your business and
dig deep into your genetic makeup to formulate
your solutions, all while providing a single point of
contact to manage the relationship and strengthen
our bond with your company.
contacts or just looking to meet new people in Sarasota should inquire
Whether it’s our commitment to you, or to our
about joining this committee by emailing [email protected].
work in the community, involvement lies at the
core of everything we do.
Attorneys at Law
941-366-6660 • slk-law.com
Benjamin R. Hanan, Managing Partner (Sarasota)
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Invest in your future. Join today.
Reach Your
Potential By
Networking with
Our Region’s
Top Businesses
Grow sales revenue.
Reduce costs.
Increase visibility.
Expand connections.
Strengthen our economy.
To access the benefits of Chamber
membership, contact Matt Gower at
[email protected] or
call us directly at 941-556-4058.
Good Life. Good Business.
For a list of members y ou could be doing business with, visit sarasotachamber.com
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member benefits
tons of great benefits & discounts
goals & objectives
In addition to providing you professional and social networking
of a business that would like to provide a benefit. We are constantly
opportunities every month, an array of benefits are available to
working on improving the visibility and awareness of Member
YPG members through businesses who support the vision and
Benefits to our members and business community alike.
mission of the YPG. Discounts and benefits are offered exclusively
to YPG members.
programs
Use your YPG membership for discounts and special deals from
Our goal is to continue adding a diverse range of local products
participating local businesses. Visit the YPG website regularly for
and services for our members. Let us know if there is a product
the most up-to-date list of member benefits:
or service that you would like for us to focus on, or if you know
www.sarasotaypg.com/benefits
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Celebrate the season at
Choose from fabulous food
& wine events six days a week!
Little Italy Night – MONDAYS
Delight in this “delizioso” Italian three course,
prix-fixe dinner - $29.95
Lobster Pot – FRIDAYS
We ALL wear bibs for this seafood feast!
Includes two 1.25 lb. Maine Lobsters - $34.95
$5 Happy Hour Glamour in a Glass
MONDAY-FRIDAY
Imbibe in $5 Cocktails, Martinis & Private Label
Wines and $5* New Lounge Bites Menu - 5-7pm
$25 Epicurean Adventure
TUESDAY-SATURDAY
Bon Voyage! These three course, prix fixe dinner
menus span the globe - $25
$15 Power Lunch – MONDAY-FRIDAY
Quick and tasty two course lunches updated monthly
for those on the go - $15
Michael’s On East
is one of ONLY 10
restaurants in America
inducted into the
Fine Dining Hall of Fame
by Nation’s Restaurant News!
2009 Fine Dining
hall oF Famers
Barolo Grill in Denver
Blue Ginger in Boston
Bouley in New York City
Open House Wine Tastings
1st SATURDAY of the Month
Herbsaint in New Orleans
Sample over 50 luscious, world class wines at
Michael’s Wine Cellar
Nana Restaurant in Dallas
*Lounge menu ranges from $5-$16
Naha in Chicago
Michael Mina in Las Vegas
Michael’s On East in Sarasota, FL
New Rivers in Providence, R.I.
366-0007 • bestfood.com
Slanted Door in San Francisco
1212 East Avenue South
Midtown Plaza, Sarasota
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sponsorship
we thank our sponsors tremendously - they allow us to do what
we do every day!
goals & objectives
The goal of the Sponsorship Committee is to secure financial sponsorships from local businesses that share the vision of YPG. Our
sponsors are critical to providing operating and programming opportunities for every YPG member. Join us in creating unique ways to
engage members with sponsors. Help us in supporting and thanking
our sponsors in this Annual Program Guide every time you see them.
The Sponsorship Committee continues to build a sponsor and
database to ensure businesses wishing to reach the YPG have ample opportunity. The buying power and vision for a prosperous
and dynamic Sarasota make the young professional demographic
a target for a large number of businesses in the area. We want to
provide the avenue for these businesses to reach the YPG.
programs
The success of the Annual Program Guide allows the Sponsorship
Committee to expand program opportunities to YPG members.
We are able to do this through the help of our sponsors and their
financial support.
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KERKERING, BARBERIO & CO.
Certified Public Accountants
We are involved in the community…
Kerkering Barberio’s YPG is a strong force in the
community and are proud members of the Sarasota
Chamber’s Young Professional Group.
Kerkering Barberio is a grouping of three distinct
companies founded in 1972 offering a seamless
array of expert services -- with one mission:
bringing together the best people, quality services
and innovative products to assist our clients in
achieving their personal, business and financial
goals.
Accounting – Investment – Retirement
1990 Main Street, Suite 801, Sarasota, FL
6320 Venture Drive, Suite 203, Lakewood Ranch, FL
www.kbgrp.com
government issues
the GIC strives to educate and inform young professionals on critical government issues.
goals & objectives
The Governmental Issues Committee (GIC) works along with The
for positions that benefit young professionals and provides a public
Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce’s Government Issues
forum to further communication between its members and all area-
Council on key policy issues impacting the greater Sarasota area. The
Within local, state and federal government.
Government Issues Committee Chair is an active member of the
Chamber’s Government Issues Council and acts as the voice in advocating for the key concerns that directly impact young professionals
within the greater Sarasota area.
The GIC strives to educate and inform local young professionals as
to significant public policy issues and concerns that directly impact
their personal, social and professional lives. The committee advocates
programs
The GIC holds committee meetings covering a variety of local, state
and federal issues. The GIC often holds luncheons or other events
featuring a presentation by an elected leader or
political figures. In all things, the GIC
other key
works to educate, inform and
engage young professionals in Sarasota.
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cares!
volunteers
we give our time and energy to help our community.
goals & objectives
The Purpose of the volunteer committee is to partner with local
this upcoming year with the Manatee Young Professionals. This
charities in the area and provide volunteer services on a monthly
would allow us to establish a closer relationship with our neighbor-
basis. We build relationships with the Non Profit community as well
ing chamber, meet more like minded YPG peers and through that
as our YPG peers while using our time, energy and skills to make a
relationship have the ability to bring in a larger volunteer turnout
difference.
while sharing a mutual purpose.
Previous Volunteer Chairs have established several key projects
I invite people to join the volunteer committee to help make a
with specific organizations that has led to stronger community
difference in our community, branch out and meet new people and
relationships.
I would continue to build and cultivate these
learn more about non-profits in the area. Participating in community
relationships. A goal this year would be to meet more local NGO’s
based projects can help provide a more balanced life while bringing
and make them aware of the YPG and the services we provide
personal satisfaction and a heightened awareness of ones-self and
to the community. I -would also like to do one volunteer project
those around them.
Jessica Bringas,YPG Volunteer Chair
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leadership
we’re connecting members to organizations where they can hone their skills and share
their energy with our large non-profit community, and recognizing them when they do.
The Leadership Committee is responsible for the Leadership Circle
If you enjoy making new connections, learning new ways to better
& the Leadership Speaker Series. Leadership Circle is an incentive
your career, and planning get-togethers, this is the committee for you.
program within YPG. It’s our way of saying thank you for staying
involved. Leadership Circle recipients enjoy free or discounted
activities throughout Sarasota, advanced notice on future events
with limited space, & free admission to our Leadership Speaker
Series. The Leadership Speaker Series ranges from three to five
informal professional development sessions put on by a professor
from a local Sarasota university or college. The topics are related
to leadership and achieving ones professional and personal goals.
My goals for this committee are to make members aware of Leadership Circle and all it’s benefits, make more connections with local
universities, colleges, and businesses willing to sponsor a Leadership
Speaker Series, and to create more activities utilizing Sarasota’s local
businesses and attractions.
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“YPG has been an excellent partner with Asolo
Repertory Theatre and the Culture Collective
membership program. I enjoy meeting and
talking to Sarasota’s young professionals at the
After Hours events. Sarasota YPG is a great organization with a dedicated and forward-thinking
leadership team!”
~ J Corinne G. Deckard
Asolo Repertory Theatre / YPG Member
leadership circle
First of all, I want to congratulate the 2012 Leadership Circle. It is
our goal to create worthwhile programming and recognition for our
members who give back to our organization through participation
and volunteering. You are a special group, and I commend each of
Leadership Circle Members
On behalf of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce
executive leadership, our sponsors and other partners and
friends in the community, the YPG Board of Directors congratulates and salutes our 2012-2013 Leadership Circle members
for their active YPG membership and exemplary service to the
Sarasota community.
you for your commitment to the Sarasota Young Professionals Group
Allison Gutek
Elise Lipoff
and our community. Leadership Circle members are privy to addi-
Suzanne Anderson
Frank Maggio
Jay Lockaby
Maya Sullivan Amy Hunt Christian Smith
Jason Chachula
Caitlyn Miller Neal Alfano
Joe Marra
In addition, this year, YPG has partnered with the Leadership
Courtney Wise
Jamie Jones
Sarasota Program, and two very lucky Leadership Circle inductees
Jesse Turner
Dan Harris
will be given partial scholarship for the Leadership Sarasota 2013
Sarah Dolyak
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Gabriele Vest
Wendy Gingerich
Ben Wagner
Rebecca Dean
Sam Davidson
Adam Cordonnier
Valerie Wadsworth
Kelly Chasteen
tional benefits above and beyond the normal member. There will be
Leadership Circle only leadership training seminars, led by Sarasota’s
very own Larry Face. These are for professional and personal growth
as leaders.
Program. The scholarship is for $1,200, covering half of the fee for
two people to go through the program. This is a first for both organizations, and we are equally excited to promote future leaders from
our organization.
Again, I thank you all and congratulate you! Way to go!
Sean Duade
Alina Klein
Elise Lipoff, YPG Chair, 2010-2011
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communications
striving to communicate with our members efficiently and productively while
promoting all that ypg does throughout the year.
The goal of the Communications Committee of the Sarasota Young
form all ages as to the benefits the Young Professionals Group offers
Professionals Group is to assemble a strong team of diverse personal-
and also help the community at large clearly understand the positive
ities throughout Sarasota who posses moral business ethics, integrity
impact that we can have by working together.
and the ability to create and maintain strong relationships within the
Community. Together with my committee we will be able to clearly
communicate our vision of a brighter Sarasota through our involvement with the YPG, Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce and
other com Frank Maggio munity organizations.
In collaboration with the YPG Technology Committee we are guaranteed to reac Christian Smith h every Maya Sullivan corner of Sarasota and make a precedence by showing the positive impact that a
group of dedicated and intelligent young professionals can have on
its community. Our goal is to inspire other young professionals, in-
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“Today’s luncheon [Network, Lunch & Learn
“Entrepreneurship”] was very inspiring. Sarasota
is full of intelligent young entrepreneurs and the
future is looking very bright for our community!”
~Jon Pierce
uSarasota.com / YPG Member
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events
ypg events are a time to relax and enjoy
networking opportunities.
goals & objectives
“I was recently offered the opportunity to participate as a
luncheon panelist for Sarasota Young Professionals Group
The Events Committee plans, coordinates and executes cultural and
(YPG) that focused on Entrepreneurship. The committee
social events for the YPG. Venues throughout Sarasota are chosen,
members and staff of the YPG did an excellent job of set-
where YPG members and future members enjoy great settings to
ting up and managing the event. Frank Maggio, the YPG
celebrate our achievements and enjoy each other’s company. The
Chair, Valarie Wadsworth, the Events Committee Chair,
goal of the Events Committee is to hold events that appeal to our
and Anand Pallegar, the Moderator for the event, were
members and connect local businesses, cultural institutions and organizations with our membership.
programs
true professionals in every sense of the word. It is so important, now more than ever, that our generation take advantage of these programs that Sarasota YPG has to offer.
In addition to the annual nighttime events and networking socials,
Where else can you find a group of peers who are so open
the committee also plans the Food & Wine Club events, Professional
to learning about others, who are committed to personal
Development Luncheons and golf clinics. The Events Committee is
growth and development, and who constructively drive
also responsible for introducing new events and programs to the YPG.
each other towards becoming the future leaders of OUR
wonderful Sarasota community.”
~Kent Hayes
Tandem Construction / YPG Member
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private networking
private networking helps to build strong business relationships as well as friendships.
goals & objectives
programs
Private Networking aims to create intimate networking events that
Private Networking offers YPG members multiple events to choose
bring our members together to create long lasting and meaningful
from, including: Food & Wine Club, Quarterly Ice Breaker Event,
relationships. These events have a structured process to help attendees meet and understand each other’s business interests. Our events
Monthly Lunch & Learn Series and Quick Chat. Stay tuned to
structure also gives our members insight on collaboration and profes-
www.sarasotaypg.com for the most up-to-date Private Networking
sional growth. In addition, Private Networking hosts various seminars
event information.
focused on education and professional development.
The vision for Private Networking and the YPG in the next year is
to continue hosting these successful events that provide an incredible
value to YPG members. Private Networking will be looking to expand its portfolio of events over the next year based on the feedback
provided by our members. Private Networking is fulfilling the YPG
Mission and playing a leading role to “enrich our community by uniting and developing our young professionals.” These two focuses are
directly in line with the YPG mission.
“YPG After Hours is something I look forward
to each month. With get-togethers at local
and trendy restaurants or venues, I am able
to meet up with my peers and friends after work. Afte rs is also a great opportunity to
connect with current and future clients in a fun
and casual environment!”
~ Jennifer Aguilar
SRQ Media Group/ YPG Member
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