Waco Young Professionals
The Waco YPs host over 30 standalone events each year. We provide monthly luncheons, industry tours, social networking opportunities, monthly service events, and new member drives to attract interest from new young professionals in the Greater Waco area. We also provide a number of leadership opportunities. Dues are $100 annually. For more information on how to get involved, please visit Waco Young Professionals Facebook.
OUR VISION:
Establish an organization that facilitates the transition, development, and advancement of the Young Professionals in the Greater Waco area in order to succeed the generation that has so fervently served our community. The impetus for our group is to ensure value is being delivered to our members and reinvested into their organization and communal obligations.
OUR MISSION:
To diligently foster and prepare an exceptional pool of confident, competent and well-rounded Young Professionals who feel compelled to promote economic sustainability, engage within their community, and create a valuable, business network.
WHO WE SERVE:
A workforce comprised of ambitious professionals between the ages of 21-40 searching for community and an avenue into the inner workings of the Greater Waco area.
Waco YP Events & Opportunities
Lunch Connections are a monthly opportunity for area YPs to network, share a meal, and learn from a professional development speaker. The lunch is free to Waco YP members, and $15 for non-members. Check our Facebook events for more information on our upcoming Lunch Connection.
Happy Hours are informal opportunities to network with other Waco YP members and explore local establishments. These events are open to members and nonmembers.
Industry Tours provide YPs an opportunity to tour and learn from area industries to see the robust picture of the Waco economy! The goal is to have YPs step outside of their own industry and see the diversity of commerce happening in the Greater Waco community. Check our Facebook events for more information on this month's Industry Tour.
Community Outreach facilitates the growth of the YPs into servant leaders and exposes our members to people and organizations who have taken an active role in tackling social problems. We hope to encourage exploration for how each individual YP's skills and unique perspectives can aid in the problem-solving process. Check our Facebook events for more information on upcoming Community Outreach projects.
2025 Waco YP Leadership Team
Haley O'Connell - Co-Chair
Haley O'Connell is the Co-Chair for 2025. She is the Director of Impact and Engagement at United Way of Waco-McLennan County.
Griffin Peevey - Co-Chair
Griffin Peevey is the Co-Chair for 2025. He is a Commercial Sales & Leasing Associate with the Reid Peevey Company.
Sarah McDonald - Membership
Sarah McDonald is on the Membership & Recruitment team of the Waco YPs. She is a for the
James Sherman - Membership
James Sherman is on the Membership & Recruitment team with the Waco YPs. He is an Employee Benefits Consultant at Higginbotham.
Sharon Song - Membership
Sharon Song serves on the Membership team. She is the HR Generalist for VanTran Transformers.
Sam Chapman - Engagement
Sam Chapman is on the Engagement team for the Waco YPs, responsible for planning monthly events. He is an AVP / Loan Officer at TFNB Your Bank For Life.
John Gorrell - Engagement
John Gorrell is on the Engagement team for the Waco YPs, responsible for planning monthly events. He is part of the Officer Development Training at Extraco Banks.
Jeff St. John - Engagement
Jeff St. John is on the Engagement team for the Waco YPs, responsible for planning monthly events. He is the Director of Operations at Aloft Hotels.
Lexy Reil - Chamber Liaison
Lexy Reil is the Chamber Liaison for the Waco YPs. She is the Director of Economic Development at the Waco Chamber.
For more information or to host the Waco YPs at your place of business, please contact lreil@wacochamber.com or 254-757-5630.
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