Young Professionals Dubuque

Join us March 20th for a fun-filled evening at Five Flags Center - An ASM Global Managed Facility for our?YP Pickleball Event?from 5–7 PM! Whether you're a pickleball pro or a first timer, we’d love to have you join us for some casual play. ? Not interested in playing? No problem! Come network with fellow YP members while cheering on the players. Pizza will be provided for all attendees, and additional food and beverages will be available for purchase. ? Registration is required. YP members attend for free; non-members can join for $20. Register today at https://lnkd.in/g-UeeVhm

Thank you to everyone who joined us at last week's luncheon with Beth McGorry, CFRE from St. Mark Youth Enrichment! Beth, we appreciate you sharing your insightful presentation on "Finding Your Purpose in the Every Day." ?You reminded us of the crucial role that values, passion, and purpose play in our lives. When we align with our core values, we’re not only more fulfilled but happier too. YPD: What were your biggest takeaways from the event? Drop a comment below – we’d love to hear your thoughts! Mark your calendars for our next luncheon on March 12th (note: one week earlier than usual) where we’ll be hosting a panel discussion on "Money Matters: Building a Strong Financial Foundation." Join us for a no-fluff, real-talk discussion on how to budget without sacrificing fun, build credit the right way, invest without fear, and set yourself up for long-term success. Whether you’re saving for your first home, paying off debt, or just trying to figure out where to start, this is the session you can’t?afford?to miss! Register now at https://lnkd.in/gnrBJ78W ??: Kodiak Creative

?? Meet Bailey Strait, #YP Next Up Co-chair! ?? Bailey is a social media marketer at Clarke University and a proud pet parent to 3 cats and 2 dogs! She and her fiancé are counting down the days until their wedding this June. ???? When she’s not working, you’ll find her riding the motorcycle, fishing, reading, solving puzzles, or playing strategy board games. ??????? Her advice for new YP members? “Take the opportunity! Whether you're enjoying lunch or making new connections, there’s so much to gain. You never know what valuable insights or friendships can come from a single conversation.” Want to learn more about Bailey? Click here ?? https://lnkd.in/gie9wkVG #YoungProfessional #CommitteeSpotlight #YPDBQ2025

Join Young Professionals Dubuque for a fun-filled evening at the Five Flags Center - An ASM Global Managed Facility for our YP Pickleball Mixer from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Whether you are a pickleball pro or a first timer, we'd love to have you join us for some casual play. Not interested in playing? No problem! Come network with fellow YP members while cheering on the players. Registration is required at https://lnkd.in/g-UeeVhm

Congratulations to our February luncheon giveaway winners! Lauren Minert?was the winner of presenter Beth McGorry, CFRE book recommendation, "Say What They Can't Unhear" by Tamsen Webster. The 5 Winners of the 5 Pickleball Freeplay Passes for 60 minutes of play time donated by Five Flags Center - An ASM Global Managed Facility were Jimmy Naprstek, Mariah Pellino, and Britni Farber Beauty. Not present were Eric Prillip and Maria Ruiz.

We look forward to seeing you TOMORROW for February's #YP luncheon! NEW LOCATION at Q Casino + Resort – we'll be meeting at Reflections Event Space. We are excited to hear from this month's speakers, Beth McGorry, CFRE, as well as this month's featured nonprofit, Boy Scouts of America - Northeast Iowa Council. ?? NON-PROFIT SPOTLIGHT ?? Young people in Scouting America - Northeast Iowa Council gain more than just adventure—they develop honesty, integrity, responsibility, agility, and teamwork in a safe and supportive environment. Through Scouting, youth build resilience, adaptability, and respect while setting and achieving personal goals. These life skills help shape them into model citizens and future leaders. Investing in Scouting is investing in a brighter future! ??Discover more and help support our mission by visiting ?? scoutsiowa.org ??

?? WHY DO I YP? ?? Andy Goedken, PE, Civil Engineer, at Origin Design shares why he is part of Dubuque's YP. “Being a member of YP Dubuque has been a great experience. There are so many ways to engage and benefit from the events put on by the YP Committee. From the monthly luncheons to after hours events, I’m grateful to have the regular opportunity to network and learn from peers in the many industries represented in the Dubuque area. Go YP!" #youngprofessionals #careerdevelopment #professionaldevelopment #YP

?? Happy Valentine’s Day from YP Dubuque! ?? Today, we’re spreading the love to the amazing community of young professionals who make this city thrive. Whether you’re working hard, building connections, or simply enjoying all that Dubuque has to offer, we heart you being a part of this dynamic, inspiring group. ???? Let’s continue to grow together, support each other, and make Dubuque the best place to work, live, and play! ?? Tag a fellow YP and show them some love today! ???? #YPDBQ #ValentinesDay #YoungProfessionals #MakingConnections

?? Get to Know Our YP Chair, Nicole (Mensen) Sutton! ?? We’re thrilled to give you an inside look at our YP Chair, Nicole Sutton, who works at Kunkel & Associates, Inc.! ?? She’s been doing incredible work within the community, and today we have a quick video to get to know her a little better. In this fun video, we played a quick game of This or That with Nicole, and the answers may or may not surprise you! ???? From coffee vs. tea to being a night owl and working on a team, Nicole’s personality shines through in every choice she makes. ?? We’re thrilled to have her chair our YP group, and we hope this game gives you a glimpse into who she is—outside of all the incredible work she does. Watch the full video and let us know which This or That answer you agree with most in the comments!?? #YPDBQ #ThisOrThat #YoungProfessionals #MeetTheChair

?? YP Next Up, a program by the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce, is a dynamic program that connects college and university students with experienced mentors to foster relationships, provide valuable insights, and prepare for life after graduation. As a mentee, you'll gain career and personal development guidance while having a trusted mentor to bounce ideas off and tackle challenges together. ? Mentor Owen Ness from Cottingham & Butler shares: "As a young professional and recent college graduate, I am passionate about building connections and helping others navigate their often-challenging professional journeys. Through the Next-Up program, I have been paired with a dedicated student-mentee who is eager to learn and grow. While my mission is to support his professional development and help him achieve his goals, we have also formed a personal relationship that I believe will last a lifetime." – Owen Ness, Mentor to Donovan Pollas (Mentee) Are you ready to make an impact? Whether as a mentor or a mentee, we'd love for you to join the YP Next Up program! The signup form is now more streamlined for your convenience. ??Sign up today ?? https://bit.ly/ypnextupdbq #NextUp #Mentorship #CareerGrowth #YoungProfessionalsMentor