The YP Network elects a new vice president (VP) each year to serve a three-year term to the organization’s Executive Board (Chairperson, President, VP, and Treasurer). Once again, the opportunity is open to all members to nominate one another for this amazing leadership opportunity! Network members vote and elect the new VP at the Cinco Annual Awards and Anniversary Celebration.

The Vice President is the YP Network’s only elected position. The person elected as vice president serves as VP for one year, then transitions into president for a year, and finally as chairman (an advisory role to the president and board). The transitions occur each May. We are currently in the process of seeking qualified candidates for this important role. Are you interested? Or would you like to nominate someone?

Through this three-year term, you will have the opportunity to work with a great team of individuals who are highly motivated to help young professionals build their professional and personal lives in our community. You will also gain access to some of the brightest business minds in our area and have the chance to learn from several up-and-coming leaders. Best of all, you will have the opportunity to make a difference, develop as a leader, and influence others.

Use the form below to nominate a candidate. If you have any questions about the positions, please email info@ypnetwork.org Nominations are due by Saturday, April 10.

The YPN is excited to welcome Mallory Green to our board under the professional development focus.

Mallory says: “I am really excited to learn in depth about all the events YP puts on. I am looking forward to planning the real colors event for personality testing in April with the help of Katherine.”

Congratulations, Mallory! We are excited to have you on our board.

On January 26, Paul J. long joined us for our first virtual Epic Impact event and it was great! Thank you to Bismarck State College for hosting this event once again.

We were fortunate enough to have Paul talk to us about the principles of FUNDAMISM: connecting life through F.U.N.

Thank you to our sponsors that made this event possible:
Visionary Sponsors:

• North Dakota Guaranty & Title
• Capital Credit Union
• Gate City Bank
• North Dakota Department of Transportation
• NISC
• Bartlett and West

Advocate Sponsors:
• Eide Bailly, LLP
• Agency MABU
• Capital Electric Cooperative, Inc.
• Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC
• First International Bank & Trust

Impact Sponsors:
• Braun Intertec
• Sanford Health

Leveraging F.U.N.DAMISM through Seasons of Change

The YP Network 7th Annual Epic Impact is scheduled for January 26, 2021 and will feature Paul J. Long.

Paul Long is a motivational speaker and consultant that has challenged the corporate landscape for over a decade, while engaging audiences around the globe. As the MLB Kansas City Royals’ 2016 Fan of the Year, Paul’s shenanigans have been featured in media outlets like ESPN, the Washington Post, and even the Wall Street Journal.

Through his concept of “Fundamism,” infectious spirit and unique take on F.U.N. in the workplace, Paul has provided memorable experiences at hundreds of events while championing pediatric cancer research. Paul’s keynote experience is sure to bring laughter, tears, and provoke thought.

Join us for this 7th Annual Event. RSVP here.

The Bismarck-Mandan Young Professionals Network (YPN) is pleased to announce that it will be partnering with TR4 Heart & Soul for one year, from November 2020 through October 2021.

The partnership, which comes about as part of the YPN strategic plan, will allow TR4 Heart & Soul the opportunity to connect with young professionals from around Bismarck-Mandan while providing YPN members with service opportunities throughout the year. The YPN will direct all fundraising and most volunteer efforts for the next year toward the organization.

TR4 Heart & Soul’s mission seeks to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities through the heart and soul of a horse. They offer programs of therapeutic riding for individuals of all ages, along with a Books in the Barn program.

YPN will kick-off it’s support for TR4 Heart & Soul by volunteering at the Halloween & Hot Dogs with the Horses event on Friday, October 30th from 4:00-7:00pm. We are looking for 12 volunteers for this evening event, with one or two volunteers to arrive at 3:30pm for training. If you are interested in volunteering, please email service@ypnetwork.org. 

The Bismarck-Mandan Young Professionals Network accepted applications from network members in August and selected three non-profit finalists. Each of the three finalist organizations had the chance to give a short presentation to the YPN Leadership Team in early October and YPN leadership ultimately selected TR 4 Heart & Soul.

“We are so excited to have this partnership with the Bismarck-Mandan Young Professionals Network,” said Katie Oakland, TR 4 Heart & Soul Founder.

The YPN would like to thank all the members who nominated non-profit organizations. To learn more about TR4 Heart & Soul, visit www.therapeuticriding4has.org.