Let’s get to know some of our new members and welcome them to the network!

Molly Johnson
Place of employment: University of Mary
Month and year started at employer: September 2018
Events I’m excited to attend: YPN night at the Larks, riverboat cruise, and new member breakfast
Why I chose to join YP: I am still relatively new to the Bismarck area, and it provides a sense of belonging and opportunity to contribute to my community. I have loved meeting new people, going to new places for events and getting to represent the University of Mary.

Kirsten Berger
Place of employment: CTB and North Dakota Women’s Business Center
Month and year started at employer: December 2019 (new to Bismarck!)
Events I’m excited to attend: Anything at Bearscat, wine and art night because I am an artist, and the annual themed party; because I love themed events.
Why I chose to join YP: As a social person I thought it would be a great way to meet friends, learn about businesses in the area and find out about opportunities coming up. Plug me in, YP!

Lindsey Rath-Wald
Place of employment: Starion Bank
Month and year started at employer: November 2015
Events I’m excited to attend: New member lunch at Laughing Sun!
Why I chose to join YP: To meet other young professionals in the Bismarck-Mandan area to be able to socialize and network and hopefully make some new connections

Lauren Vetter
Place of employment: University of Mary
Month and year started at employer: April 2019
Events I’m excited to attend: New member lunch, professional development events, and socials
Why I chose to join YP: To meet other young professionals in town, network, and take advantage of the great professional development opportunities

Nikhil Kalothia
Place of employment: Mid Dakota Clinic
Month and year started at employer: December 2017
Events I’m excited to attend: Socials and professional development opportunities
Why I chose to join YP: To meet new friends, try new activities, and grow professionally