Upcoming Events.
Webinar: Personal Branding - What is it and how does it apply to a young or mid-career professional?
Samantha Nolan turned her own career setback into a launchpad — branding herself into a 100% response rate after losing her dream job. Now she helps others cut through the noise and land the opportunities they deserve. In this session, she’ll share how to define your personal brand, tell your story with confidence, and open doors in your career.
On Tap: Ohio YP Holiday Mixer
TIME AND DATE TBD.
Young professionals from all over Ohio, one spot to mix and mingle. Grab a drink, meet the network, and toast to what’s next. Whether you're new to the scene or already plugged in, this is your chance to connect with other driven, community-minded professionals in a laid-back setting. We’re planning this one at a local favorite (think BrewDog or another Columbus brewery). Stay tuned for the official details.
Webinar: AI + Personal Branding with Whitney L. Barkley, M.S.
AI is changing the game — and your brand should be, too. Whitney Barkley, CEO of Speakerazzi and award-winning strategist, will show you how to blend storytelling with AI tools to amplify your influence. From authors to entrepreneurs, her proven methods have helped leaders across industries stand out and scale up.
Coming Soon in 2026
Digital Marketing Lunch & Learn Series
With NOW Marketing Group
Level up your digital game with practical tips on social strategy, branding, and relationship marketing from the experts at NOW Marketing Group.
Financial Wellness Series
With Dan Leugers, CFP · BlueHaven Wealth Management
From budgeting basics to long-term investing, this series breaks down the money moves every young professional should know. Build financial confidence, avoid common pitfalls, and start your wealth journey strong.
Entrepreneurship & Startup Series
With Shaun Chambers (Executive + Entrepreneur)
Shaun Chambers brings over 25 years of business leadership and startup experience to this series. He’s built and scaled multiple companies, guided successful exits, and served on both corporate and nonprofit boards.
He’ll share hard-won lessons on:
Pitching and finding the right investors
Structuring your business for long-term growth
Setting yourself up for success if you want to sell
Shaun’s real-world insights will help you skip the fluff and focus on what actually works in building a sustainable business.