The vision of the Young Professionals Council is that Omaha will be one of the top communities in which young professionals want to live and work.

The mission of the Council is to create excitement about living in Omaha in order to attract and retain diverse young professionals.

2008 Young Professionals Council Board of Directors:
Lee Denker--UNO Alumni Association
John Heaston--The Reader/ABM Enterprises
Rachel Jacobson--Film Streams
Beth Katz, Project Interfaith
Ralph Kellogg, YWCA
Craig Moody, Federal Reserve Bank
Michelle Moyes-Dill, Together Inc.
Sean Olson--MECA/Qwest Center Omaha (Chair)
Stephen Pedersen, Kutak Rock, LLP
Athena Ramos--UNMC
Mike Robinson, Family Housing Advisory Services
Jocelyn Schreiner--Pacific Life
Jeff Slobotski--United eWay
Umang Talati--First National Bank
Jenny Zimmer, Alley Poyner
Kirsten Case-Penrod -- Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, Staff

To serve on the Young Professionals Council, candidates must be 25-40 years old and currently employed by a Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce member organization.

Applications are accepted in the fall each year.

For further information, please contact Kirsten Case Penrod at (402) 978-7945

FAQs

How do I get involved?
You can get involved in the YPC’s efforts in a number of ways. First, we suggest signing up for our e-mail list so that you can stay informed on what’s happening.

Secondly, attend our quarterly events where you can meet the Council and get updates on our progress.

Do I have to be employed at a Chamber member company to be involved in the YPC’s activities?
To participate on any of the YPCs committees as a volunteer, you do not have to be employed by a Chamber member company. However, to serve on the Council itself, you must be employed by a Chamber member company.

Is there a membership fee?
The YPC is not a dues paying organization. There is no membership fee.

How is this group different than other young professional groups?
The Young Professionals Council is not a membership or dues paying organization. It is a task force led by young professionals dedicated to improving the city of Omaha for the greater young professional community and to help our businesses and the city better attract, retain and engage this age group.

How much time do I have to commit if I volunteer on a committee?
The time commitment varies by committee, however, most committees meet at least monthly.

How do I get on the Council Board?
To serve on the Young Professionals Council Board, candidates must be 25-40 years old and currently employed by a Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce member organization.

Applications to serve on the Young Professionals Council Board are accepted each fall.

For further information, please contact Kirsten Case-Penrod at (402) 978-7945.

The success of YPC depends on your participation! You can get involved in YPC’s efforts in a number of ways. First, we suggest signing up for our e-mail list so that you can stay informed on what’s happening.

Secondly, attend one of our many networking events where you can meet the Council and get updates on our progress.

Third, join a committee! The YPC has committees working on a variety of projects and initiatives and we need your help. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities available to fit your schedule and interests. Learn about council initiatives and how you can be invovled.