YPS AND SMALL BUSINESS CHAMBER AFTERHOURS 

Your Professionals of Savannah Serving the Business Community

YPS and Savannah Small Business Chamber are joinging forces for their monthly afterhours. This will give you a unique opportunity to network with the members of two of Savannah's most visible professional organizations.

Join us Thursday, August 26th at Rocks on The Roof from 6:00pm until 8:00pm for what will be the first of many great events with YPS and Savannah Small Business Chamber.

There will be light appetizers and 1/2 off select beer (Bud Light, Miller Lite and Yeungling) and 1/2 off house liquor.

Can't wait to see you. Bring plenty of business cards!

MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

YPS JumpStart Program:

We are launching the YPS quarterly mentoring program with the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Coastal Empire (B&GC) to bring professional development to children the ages between 14-18 for them to gain exposure to the real world and empower them to complete high school and pursue higher education.  The program's vision is to help socio-economically challenged children pursue higher education and become active professionals in the Greater Savannah Community. 

Up to 15 YPS members will be on the review panel to judge 15-20 finalists in the YPS-B&GC Essay Contest "What do I want to be when I grow up?"  The YPS review panel will meet at the Boys & Girls Club, 510 E. Charlton Street, Savannah, GA 31401 on Monday September 20^th, 2010 from 6-8:00 P.M. to select the finalists as well as their mentee and vote on the grand prize winner.

On Tuesday, September 28^th, 2010, the YPS review panel and the essay finalists will meet at the Boys & Girls Club at 6:00 P.M. for shuttles to the YPS-B&GC tour of Savannah Morning News at 6:30 P.M. on 1375 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, GA 31405.  The tour features the newspaper industry, the history of the press, and the various professions involved to run the local publication.  The grand prize winner's essay will be announced after the tour and his/her essay featured in the Savannah Morning News. 

There is limited space for 15 YPS members to participate in the tour with the B&GC, participation in the YPS review panel is mandatory to attend the YPS-B&GC tour of Savannah Morning News.  To volunteer for this program, please email vicepresident@ypsav.net for more information or come to the YPS Board meeting on September 13^th, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. at the B&GC.

Open Board Positions:

*Email Adam W. Lee, President to volunteer on the YPS Board at president@ypsav.net.

Committees:

YPS Anniversary Party Committee:  We are looking for volunteers to help us run the YPS Anniversary Party on Friday October 29^th, 2010.  Event volunteers are offered discounted event tickets of $25 in exchange for (1) hour of volunteer time, 15 volunteers needed and offered on a first come first serve basis for the following roles: Greeting team, check-in table, raffle ticket sales, and silent auction sales.  Two person shifts are from 5:30-6:30 P.M., 6:30-7:30 P.M., and 7:30-8:30 P.M.  Email Ryan Kirwan to volunteer at rkirwan@sandgnats.com.

YPS Events Committee: We are looking for volunteers to help us run the YPS After Hours on a monthly basis.  Responsibilities include running the sign-in table, greeting members and guests, and coordinating networking activities. Email Chasity Stodghill, Events Coordinator at events@ypsav.net to volunteer.

YPS Ambassadors Committee:  We are looking for volunteers to help us meet and greet new members and potential members at each event, to be the primary point of introduction for new and/or potential members.  Email Deborah Dickson at vicepresident@ypsav.net to volunteer.

YPS JumpStart Committee: We are looking for volunteers to join and run this quarterly mentoring and professional development program for high school teenagers at the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Coastal Empire.  To participate in the launch and join the committee, email Deborah Dickson at vicepresident@ypsav.net and see her September 13^th, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. at the B&GC.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES

YPS is excited to announce the next lecture in the Professional Devleopment Series. The event will be held on Tuesday, September 14th at Ruth's Chris on Bay Street from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

The lecture will be on the new world of financial planning. We will be rbinging you the best and the brightest in the fiancial planning community. Ashleigh Womack from Womack & Company, Adam Lee from Edward Jones and Barbarba Bart from Merrill Lynch will offer real solutions to help you get fically fit in the current financial climate.

Seating is limited so email pds@ypsav.net to reserve your spot. The cost of the event is $5.00 and will include appetizers. A cash bar will be available.

JUNE AFTERHOURS

The YPS June afterhours is this Thursday at Sugardaddy's in downtown Savannah. The event will be held on Thursday, June 24th from 6-8pm. There will be great food and drink specials, and as always, it's a wonderful opportunity to network and meet other professionals in Savannah.

We hope to see everyone out at Sugardaddy's. They are located at 109 Jefferson Street in downtown Savannah.

CALL TO ACTION ANNIVERSARY PARTY COMMITTEE

Just a reminder, The YPS board is looking to put together an Anniversay Party Planning Committee to help make our Anniversary Party a huge success!

which is a fundraising event to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Savannah.  The Committee will meet once a month the first Tuesday of the month from July through October.  The Committee will be responsible for event details, logistics, and staffing in addition to sponsorships for the event. To participate, email Vice President Deborah Dickson at vicepresident@ypsav.net or call (912) 257-6253.                    

This is a great opportunity to get more involved with YPS and give back to the community by helping out the Boys & Girls Club!

YPS MEMBERSHIP DRIVE AND SCAVENGER HUNT

YPS will hold its annual Membership Drive and Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, May 22^nd at Dolphin Reef Oceanfront Restaurant in the Ocean Plaza Beach Resort on Tybee Island.

The event will be from 3:00pm until 5:00pm.

Come down for a great afternoon of food, drink and a scavenger hunt that only Savannah Fun Tours could put together. YPS members and board members alike will be on hand to answer your questions and let you know more about our wonderful organization.

The cost of an annual membership for YPS is $30 for an individual, $50 for a couple and the cost of the scavenger hunt is $15.

Hope to see you there!

Member News

The Young Lawyers Division of the Savannah Bar Association is hosting the Fifth Annual Golf Tournament to support the Savannah Guardian Ad Litem Charity. The tournament will be held on Friday, June 4^th at the Club at Savannah Harbor. The cost is $125 per player or $450 per team. Cost includes green fess, cart, range balls, lunch, beer and other beverages.

Corporate hole sponsorships are available for $250. Companies sponsoring a hole will receive a sign at the tee box displaying company name and logo.

For more information, please contact Tournament Co-Chairman Blake Greco at 236-3311 or bgreco@olivermaner.com.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

YPS June Advisory Council Meeting will be on June 7, 2010 from 6:00-8:00 P.M.  at the Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club located at 510 East Charlton Street, Savannah, GA 31401 All members and guests encouraged to attend.

Beau and Belle of Savannah

The Finalists Have Been Chosen

Beaus & Belles is presented by Low Country Luxe, the Young

Professionals of Savannah and Savannah Magazine

The finalists for the Low Country Luxe Beau and Belle of Savannah have been seleceted, and now it's time to cast your vote for the lady and gentleman you feel best represents Savannah in both business leadership and dedication to making a difference in our community.

Beginning Monday, April 12^th the voting will be open to the public. Go to www.lowcoutryluxe.com and decide who will be crowned Beau and Belle of Savannah. Then join us Thursday, April 22, 6-8 p.m. at the magnificent Ruth's Chris Steak House, 111 W. Bay Street for the celebration. 

Once crowned, the Beau and Belle of Savannah will receive a complimentary gift package of Low Country Luxe products valued at more than $600 and will be featured in Savannah Magazine.

The event is also sponsored by The Savannah Bank, Ruth's Chris Steak House, and the March of Dimes, 29 Luxury Goods, The Paris Market, The Gray Horse and Polka Dots.

The event is free and open to the public. To RSVP to the event, please e-mail beauandbelle@lowcountryluxe.com.

MEMBER NEWS

Desotorow Gallery hosts its 3rd annual art auction on May 7 from 6-9 p.m. Desotorow is a non-profit arts organization run by volunteers. All proceeds from the auction will go directly to the gallery and provide stability for its future. This May, Desotorow invites the community to support the gallery as its volunteers prepare to bring another year of unique art exhibitions and events to the city of Savannah. For more information, email info@desotorow.org.

We Need You On Our Relay For Life Team

This year, YPS made a commitment to help save lives from cancer by taking part in the American Cancer Society Relay For Life®. I know that you care about finding an end to cancer, so if you'd like to join me at Relay, please visit my personal page. If you are not able to attend, you can still help by making an online donation.

By taking part in Relay For Life®, we have a chance to join 3.5 million people from across the country to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against a disease that takes too much. At the same time, we'll help raise much needed funds and awareness to support the American Cancer Society's efforts to save more lives.

At the event, we'll camp out overnight and take turns walking around the track. There is an incredible ceremony to celebrate cancer survivors and caregivers that starts off the night, and a moving ceremony to honor and remember those who have fought the disease. I can truly say that Relay is a life-changing experience. It's a night full of fun, hope, and remembrance.

Whether it is through a friend, family member, the neighbor down the street, or our own personal experience, we have all been touched by cancer in some way. Please join my team. Together, we have the power to help create a world where cancer can no longer claim another year of anyone's life.

Go to http://main.acsevents.org/goto/YPS to sign up for your team.... We need you to make a difference!

Mark Your Calendars

May Advisory Council Meeting

YPS Advisory Council on May 3rd, 2010 from 6:00-8:00 P.M.  at the Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club located at 510 East Charlton Street, Savannah, GA 31401

All members and guests encouraged to attend. 

This year, YPS made a commitment to help save lives from cancer by taking part in the American Cancer Society Relay For Life®. I know that you care about finding an end to cancer, so if you'd like to join me at Relay, please visit my personal page. If you are not able to attend, you can still help by making an online donation.By taking part in Relay For Life®, we have a chance to join 3.5 million people from across the country to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against a disease that takes too much. At the same time, we'll help raise much needed funds and awareness to support the American Cancer Society's efforts to save more lives.

At the event, we'll camp out overnight and take turns walking around the track. There is an incredible ceremony to celebrate cancer survivors and caregivers that starts off the night, and a moving ceremony to honor and remember those who have fought the disease. I can truly say that Relay is a life-changing experience. It's a night full of fun, hope, and remembrance.

Whether it is through a friend, family member, the neighbor down the street, or our own personal experience, we have all been touched by cancer in some way. Please join my team. Together, we have the power to help create a world where cancer can no longer claim another year of anyone's life.

April Afterhours

Membership Announcement

If you had a membership issue in February, please contact Anna at newsletter@ypsav.net

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