Blog & Events

My City Summit – Building Fort Wayne One Brick At A Time

This year’s My City Summit is set to take stage on March 26 at Purdue Fort Wayne with keynote speaker Krish Dhanam, one of two executives coaches trained by Zig Ziglar. The event is designed for a diverse group age group with content and additional speakers that will appeal to college students, young leaders, community leaders and business owners alike.

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Hot Spot - JK O'Donnells

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Member Spotlight - Anna Baer

Meet Anna Baer - YLNI member and 2019 YLNI Leadership Institute graduate.

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We are YLNI - Kristin Conley

Meet Kristin Conley. Kristin is an active YLNI member who serves as co-chair of YLNI's Leadership Institute.

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January Hot Spot - Old Crown

Monthly Hot Spots are a great chance to learn more about YLNI, mix and mingle with fellow young professionals, and explore local establishments! Meet like-minded individuals in a relaxing environment to collaborate, exchange ideas, and build relationships. The event is open to all emerging leaders in our region.

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2020 YLNI Leadership Institute kicks off

The Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana (YLNI) Leadership Institute welcomed it newest class of emerging leaders on Wednesday night. Now in its 15th year, YLNI’s Leadership Institute connects young professionals with their peers and their community as they advance in their career skills.

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YLNI Social Meetups

Join YLNI at Social Meetups to get to know other members of the community in a relaxed, casual environment while enjoying fun activities around town! Please click on the button to sign up. Events are come and go as you please. Each Meetup will have a YLNI member Captain who will be your go-to person. Questions about where people are meeting? Where to park? What to wear? Contact your Captain. We can't wait to meetup with you soon!

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YLNI for View From the Top at the Promenade Park Pavilion

Join YLNI for View From the Top on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at the Promenade Park pavilion from 5:30pm - 7:00pm!

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Hot Spot - The 07 Pub

Monthly Hot Spots are a great chance to learn more about YLNI, mix and mingle with fellow young professionals, and explore local establishments! Meet like-minded individuals in a relaxing environment to collaborate, exchange ideas, and build relationships. The event is open to all emerging leaders in our region.

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YLNI The Vote - Meet the Candidates Night

The November elections are just around the corner. Join us to hear from those seeking office in Allen County for Mayor, City/Town Council and Clerk-Treasurer. Space is limited so please register online today. Click to read more.

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Fort Wayne Mayoral Debate: Tom Henry v. Tim Smith

Join us for this exciting and informative debate between incumbent Tom Henry (D) and challenger Tim Smith (R) for this year's Mayoral race.

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Hot Spot - Connor's Rooftop

Join us for the September YLNI Hot Spot at Connor's Rooftop!

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YLNI Wedensday Farmers Market

Join Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana and the greater community every other Wednesday evening down at the YLNI Farmers Market. Our next and final Wednesday market of the season is Wednesday, September 18th.

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We are YLNI - Charl Franks

Charl Franks is a financial professional, entrepreneur, and returning adult college student. Charl has been based in northeast Indiana since 2004 after moving to the United States from South Africa.

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YLNI Farmers Market

Join us EVERY SATURDAY (through September 28th) downtown at the YLNI Farmers Market on Saturday mornings from 9am - 1pm. Check out over 80+ vendors each week including: Baked Goods, Fresh Seasonal Produce, Food Trucks, Breweries, Arts & Crafts, Live Music, Kids Activities and more!

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Living Fort Wayne Concert Series - August Concert

Come out to the Headwaters Park Pavilion West on Wednesday, August 28 for a family-friendly, FREE Concert, music, food trucks, and more!

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Hot Spot - Meet the Board Night!

Join us for our monthly hot spots and get a chance to meet the new YLNI Board of Directors. We'd love a chance to get to know you better and make some new friends!

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Living Fort Wayne Concert Series - July Concert

Come out to the Headwaters Park Pavilion West on Wednesday, July 31st for this family friend, FREE concert, food trucks, and more!

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Hot Spot - Catch The Vibe 2019

Join us for our July Hot Spot at The Philmore in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters' Catch The Vibe event. This event will include a concert featuring Puzzle Pieces to benefit BBBS! Check out the event page for more details.

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Congrats Leadership Institute Graduates - Class of 2019

We were blessed with another great 2019 Leadership Institute Class. Hear from some of the graduates themselves to learn more their experience with the institute first hand.

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