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Here’s the Thing…
Generation X. Do you remember the debate that led to our generational label? According to the experts, there was nothing we really cared about, nothing that defined us, no “greatest generation” for us. Hence, the “x.” The generic generation that doesn’t give a crap.
Hmmm. Experts, meet YLNI.
It’s a happenin’ organization of 20- and 30- somethings who do care. We care about our community, about our voice and about our impact. Yeah, we can throw a swinging party (and we do), but YLNI is more than a cocktail hour. It’s a movement to celebrate what our community is and to make it the place we want it to be. Intrigued? Browse around to find out more.
Job Postings
Did you know that businesses can post job opportunities as well as internships on ylni.org? Not only can they, but they are!
Check you ylni.org's job posting page to
see what opportunities businesses want to share with our members. You
can also find the form to download if there is an opportunity you would
like to share with YLNI's network of over 1,050 people.
Want to know a little more about posting a job or internship on ylni.org? Send your question to communications@ylni.org.
It's all about you! Your ideas for YLNI
At
our 3rd birthday bash this past Tuesday, we asked you to write down
your ideas for YLNI and the community as a whole. You have some great
ideas!
We tried to capture them all right here:
amateur
art show for all artists | go for a doug! world record - get community
involved | amateur film festival | road trip to Chicago to see museums,
catch a show, shop on Michigan Ave., etc. | zombie parade in October;
prizes; zombie film marathon at cinema center | build a Doug house
(habitat for humanity) | 80's/'08 prom | casino riverboat cruise | wine
tasting | critical mass bicycling last Friday of every month at Lawton
park | benefit concert | charity walk | YLNI designated drivers for the
beer garden | educational workshops: singles events, safe online dating
tips, real estate investments, entrepreneurship, employment
consultants, green living, home brewing, web development | Jacob's
Halloween party/fundraiser | tours of businesses: hospital, sewage
treatment plant | team up with Delta Sigma Pi | new comers info
sessions - more than just the GMM | at hot spots - first-timers award,
live music the first 1/2 hour | charity golf outing | YLNI business
cards | YLNI roller skating party at roller dome north | clean rivers |
better music at trf tent | joseph decuis downtown | pf changs | dog
park with chess, tables, wifi | bike lanes | free recycling | hot dog
carts | more concerts at botanical gardens | free yoga at headwaters
park | more 5ks and 10ks | 'fort wayne cares' day - everyone helping
their neighbors and neighborhoods
See something that really gets you excited? Let us know! Contact board@ylni.org or chairs@ylni.org and we'll see if we can't find the right group of people to make it happen.
To check out photos from the birthday bash, click here.
The Barr Street Market is Back for 2008!
Every Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. July 12-September 27
Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana (YLNI) in partnership with the History Center is pleased to offer another summer of farmer's market products with extended dates and more choices!
The market begins July 12 and runs every Saturday through September, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the corner of Wayne and Barr streets. Free parking is available in the History Center parking lot along Berry Street. Bicyclists are encouraged to park at a corral in the market.
With the return of requested vendors, such as Country Garden and Farm, Bakers Acres, Hardy's Farm Market, Graber's, Maples Acres, Canal Junction Farmstead Cheese, Susan Lobert, Hilger's, and VanDolah, a variety of farm products will be available in addition to newcomers to the market. These farm vendors will offer a range of fresh produce, including fruits and vegetables, cheeses, baked goods, maple syrups, honey, apple and pear butters, spices/herbs and apple cider. Breads and baked goods will be offered by Celebrations, Espresso Gallery and the North Anthony Health Food Shoppe.
To complete the picture of a farmer's market, other non-food vendors will be represented at the market that will include products such as jewelry, soaps and lotions, sewn handbags and children's clothing and pottery.
Accompanying each Saturday morning will be acoustic entertainment as well as a hands-on activity table for children each week, sponsored by the Allen County Public Library Children's Services and WMEE. The full schedule of children's activities and entertainment can be found at ylni.org.
The following sponsors that will make the 2008 YLNI Barr Street Market a reality are:
Carson Boxberger, Swiss Re, Gouloff-Jordan Surveying and Design, Chase, Nipsco, The History Center, Midwest Pipe & Steel, DataPrint Initiatives, Allen County Public Library and WMEE.
For more information, including a vendor application, click here.
Sign Up
Become a YLNI'er Sign up to become a YLNI member! One of the many benefits you will get is a weekly e-newsletter letting you know everything that YLNI has going on.
Click here to learn more about what YLNI is doing!
YLNI's mission
Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana is a dynamic group that is connected to
our community and committed to making it a vibrant and viable place to live,
work and play. Our mission is to engage and empower our young leaders through
community, professional and social opportunities.
Congratulations to the newly selected 2008-2009 YLNI Board of Directors
YLNI is pleased to announce the Board of Directors for 2008-2009. Terms for all positions begin on July 1, 2008.
- President: Denice Beights, Fort Wayne Women's Bureau
- President Elect: Heather Schoegler, CB Richard Ellis/Sturges
- Past President: Andrew Thomas, Ridge Company
- Secretary: Tamesha Fikes, Salin Bank
- Treasurer: Lisa Updike, Barnes and Thornburg, LLP
- VP of Community Involvement: Luke Forbing, BKD
- VP of Fund Development: Greg Thomas, Priority Mortgage
- VP of Marketing: Jamie Garwood, United Way
- VP of Membership: Luke Squires, 1st Source Bank
- VP of Programming: Mike King, Aptera Software
- VP of Regionalism: Gina Leoni, Depuy, Inc.
- VP of Social Programming: Megan Wyss, Hylant Group
- Director at Large: Michael Barranda, Miller Murphy, LLP
- Director at Large: Kelly Pautler, Carson Boxberger, LLP
- Director at Large: Lindsay Smith, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
- Director at Large: Wendy Stein, Stein Advertising
Thank
you to the outgoing Board members who have established, built and grown
the organization into an active and vital part of Northeast Indiana!
Have a question or comment for the Board, reach them at board@ylni.org.
The
Board of Directors is the governing body of YLNI and serves to maintain
the organization's mission and strategic initiatives. The Board of
Directors approves and oversees all community activities and events.
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Upcoming YLNI Events
Below is a list of upcoming events. For more information on a specific event or meeting, please see the calendar above or the "What's Going On" page for details and RSVP information.
YLNI Open House 2008: The Ultimate Mixer!
For all of you who are new to the organization and looking for a way to get more involved, or those of you that are simply looking to build a network with one of the areas fastest growing young professional groups, here is the event for you.
When: Friday, October 24th 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Where: 1st Source Center Lobby 200 E. Main St. Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Admission: Free
Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana invites you to hang out, network, and learn about our initiatives to engage and empower area young
professionals, learn how to become a member and all of the ways
you can be involved. Also, take the time to meet YLNI's Board of
Directors, enjoy the live music, and sample the hors d' oeuvres provided by L'Asiatique, Fort Wayne's newest fine dining establishment located
downtown. Everyone is eligible for the door prize drawings throughout
the night, and one lucky dues paying member will be selected for the grand prize drawing at the end of the night. Sponsored by BKD LLP., BBDS&B LLP. and 1st Source Bank. RSVP's are appreciated but not required to membership@ylni.org.
And don't forget, tickets for the Annual YLNI Masquerade Ball will be on
sale at the Ultimate Mixer! The Masquerade Ball will be held on New
Year's Eve at the Embassy Theater Lobby from 9 pm - 1 am. Tickets are $35 in advance, $30 for YLNI paid members, and $40 at the door if available. What better way to ring in the new year! More exciting details to come!
YLNI the Vote Candidates Night
When: Monday, October 27th starting at 6 p.m.
Where: Meeting rooms in the downtown branch of the Allen County Public Library
Open to the public
Meet candidates appearing on Allen County ballots that evening, and listen to their ideas on how they want to make northeast Indiana a better place to live, work and play as your elected official. National races get plenty of attention, but often local and statewide races can come down to just a few votes, so get yourself informed about the candidates' positions at this important event. It's designed for the political junkies and political novices alike. Your vote is your voice so come out that night to find out more.
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE NOVEMBER HOT SPOT!
Where: Summit Club - North & South rooms - 25th Floor of the National City Bank Building, 110 West Berry Street, Suite 2500
When: Wednesday, November 19th 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana invites you to hang out and network at the November Hot Spot. Stop by the Summit Club, Fort Wayne's premier city club, located on the 25th floor of the National City Bank Building anytime from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm on November 19th to network, mingle, and check out the fantastic view! Dues paying YLNI members who attend the Hot Spot will receive a Complimentary 90 day Summit Club Membership. Paid YLNI members are those who have paid this year's dues since 7-1-08. See you at the Hot Spot! For more info about YLNI check out www.ylni.org. Any questions please contact social@ylni.org.
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE ANNUAL YLNI MASQUERADE BALL
When: New Year's Eve - 12-31-08, 9 pm - 1 am
Where: Embassy Theater Lobby, 125 West Jefferson Blvd.
Tickets: $35 in advance, $30 for YLNI dues paying members, $40 day of event
Featuring: CASINO NIGHT, Dancing, Ballroom Dancing Demo, hors 'oeuvres by CataBlu, Cash Bar
* Masks required
* Black tie optional
* Purchase tickets and one-of-a-kind masks designed by local artists at The YLNI Ultimate Mixer - 10-24-08 5:00 - 8:00 pm - 1st Source Center Lobby
More exciting details to come!
YLNI Open House 2008: The Ultimate Mixer!
For all of you who are new to the organization and looking for a way to get more involved, or those of you that are simply looking to build a network with one of the areas fastest growing young professional groups, here is the event for you.
When: Friday, October 24th 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Where: 1st Source Center Lobby 200 E. Main St. Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Admission: Free
Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana invites you to hang out, network, and learn about our initiatives to engage and empower area young
professionals, learn how to become a member and all of the ways
you can be involved. Also, take the time to meet YLNI's Board of
Directors, enjoy the live music, and sample the hors d' oeuvres provided by L'Asiatique, Fort Wayne's newest fine dining establishment located
downtown. Everyone is eligible for the door prize drawings throughout
the night, and one lucky dues paying member will be selected for the grand prize drawing at the end of the night. Sponsored by BKD LLP., BBDS&B LLP. and 1st Source Bank. RSVP's are appreciated but not required to membership@ylni.org.
And don't forget, tickets for the Annual YLNI Masquerade Ball will be on
sale at the Ultimate Mixer! The Masquerade Ball will be held on New
Year's Eve at the Embassy Theater Lobby from 9 pm - 1 am. Tickets are $35 in advance, $30 for YLNI paid members, and $40 at the door if available. What better way to ring in the new year! More exciting details to come!
YLNI Open House 2008: The Ultimate Mixer!
For all of you who are new to the organization and looking for a way to get more involved, or those of you that are simply looking to build a network with one of the areas fastest growing young professional groups, here is the event for you.
When: Friday, October 24th 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Where: 1st Source Center Lobby 200 E. Main St. Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Admission: Free
Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana invites you to hang out, network, and learn about our initiatives to engage and empower area young
professionals, learn how to become a member and all of the ways
you can be involved. Also, take the time to meet YLNI's Board of
Directors, enjoy the live music, and sample the hors d' oeuvres provided by L'Asiatique, Fort Wayne's newest fine dining establishment located
downtown. Everyone is eligible for the door prize drawings throughout
the night, and one lucky dues paying member will be selected for the grand prize drawing at the end of the night. Sponsored by BKD LLP., BBDS&B LLP. and 1st Source Bank. RSVP's are appreciated but not required to membership@ylni.org.
And don't forget, tickets for the Annual YLNI Masquerade Ball will be on
sale at the Ultimate Mixer! The Masquerade Ball will be held on New
Year's Eve at the Embassy Theater Lobby from 9 pm - 1 am. Tickets are $35 in advance, $30 for YLNI paid members, and $40 at the door if available. What better way to ring in the new year! More exciting details to come!
Upcoming committee meetings
Check out the Events section of the What's Going On tab for more information.
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