Chamber's YPN hosts event to discover ways to tap potential of our young people

[October 18, 2013]  The Young Professionals Network of Logan County will host a presentation Monday night by Jack Shultz, author of "Boomtown USA," and Craig Lindvahl, founder of a CEO program in Effingham. The event will begin at 6 p.m. in the Lincoln Community High School auditorium.

This event is open to anyone in the community who is concerned about the economic future of Lincoln and Logan County. All ages are encouraged to attend, particularly high school and college students.

Millennial entrepreneurs, young people under the age of 29, are quickly transforming communities, according to Shultz, the "Boomtown USA" author. He says towns that figure out how to inspire, instruct and assist these young entrepreneurs are going to find their futures much brighter. He also says that local entrepreneurs put down much deeper roots than those recruited into the community, but it doesn't just happen. He says there are reams of research showing that communities must connect with millennials to create the most positive economic future. "Boomtown USA" is about developing the tools to make those connections and transforming a community.

The event sponsors, Integrity Data and Rolling Prairie Subdivision, look at this presentation as an opportunity to bring two great entrepreneurial coaches to the community and to discover ways to tap the potential of our many talented young people.

The presentation will last approximately 1 1/2 hours with a question-and-answer period included.

Immediately following the presentation, there will be a reception in the LCHS lobby, in front of the auditorium, with food, drinks and an opportunity to network with others attending. The reception is sponsored by Heartland Community College Foundation, the city of Lincoln, Logan County Board and Peasley Funeral Home.

There is no admission fee for the evening. Any donations will go to support the Young Professionals Network. Reservations are not required but are encouraged to help organizers prepare. To RSVP or for more details, contact Meghan at the Lincoln/Logan Chamber of Commerce, 217-735-2385 or [e-mail].

The Young Professionals Network is designed for individuals in their 20s and 30s who work in Lincoln and Logan County. The purpose of the group is to connect young professionals with one another, build strong relationships, grow together and develop ties to the community.

[Text from file received from the Lincoln/Logan County Chamber of Commerce]