Connecting To The Community
Building meaningful relationships
The Young Professionals Network (YPN) is a program of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce that creates inclusive spaces and networking opportunities while promoting personal and professional development for Chamber members under the age of 45.
A variety of opportunities that are available through YPN connect business professionals to like-minded individuals:
- Weekly HYPE lunches, which are hosted at local restaurants and allow for casual networking.
- Quarterly speed networking events.
- YP Summit
The YPN Executive committee invites YPs to get involved in the following work groups to assist with building up our community and expanding each other’s connections.
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YPN Executive Committee
Luke Gibson, YPN Chair
Commercial SpecialistGlenn Gibson Group Commercial Real Estate
Misty Covvey
Vice President, Private BankingGuaranty Bank
Tom Furrh
Branch DirectorFosterAdopt Connect
Matthew Gibson
Financial AdvisorEdward Jones
Captain Nick Jimenez
Investigations CommanderJoplin Police Department
Blake Rourick, EI
Land Development Department ManagerOWN
Drew Roy
AVP, Commercial Banking OfficerGuaranty Bank
Denae Taylor
Volunteer Services & Gift Shop ManagerFreeman Health System
Jayde Thomas
Senior Director, DevelopmentCommunity Support Services of the Ozarks