The Mission
We will strive to attract, retain and engage young professionals in the community and the Chamber of Commerce through professional development and networking opportunities.
The Vision
To be the premier organization for professionals between the ages of 21 and 40 in the Springfield area that will have a positive impact on the area’s workforce.
Calendar of Events
- Sep 21: The Network: College Mentoring Program Kick-Off
- Oct 14: The Network Event: Dubai presentation by Jim Anderson and Brad Bodenhausen
- Oct 16: Community Event: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
- Oct 26: The Network Event: Civic Engagement 101
- Nov 16: The Network Event: How to be Entrepreneurial Within Your Company
- Dec 09: The Network Event: Christmas Party & Cooking Demonstration
The Network
Creating Opportunities for Business
To help the community attract and retain well educated young professionals, the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce created The Network in 2007.
Now, two years later we are nearly 300 members strong. We continue to have a great variety of professional development, networking and community engagement events and opportunities for our members to enjoy.
Who: Young professionals, between the ages of 21 and 40 who have the desire to become leaders by providing relevant, real-time skill-building and connection with their peers. Join Now!
What: This network helps young professionals gain access to businesses, other young professionals and their leaders.