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December 2011

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YPN Volunteers at Back on My Feet

On November 2, YPN members made a difference in our community by volunteering at the annual Back on My Feet Bash. Volunteers helped out by greeting attendees, working with merchandise and selling tickets for the raffle.

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YPN at the Water Works with Commissioner Ramsey

On Tuesday, November 15, Philadelphia Police Commissioner Charles H. Ramsey addressed YPN members on efforts being made to reduce crime in Philadelphia, the Occupy Philly protests, and how young professionals can help grow the city. Hear what he had to say in this exclusive video interview.

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Look out for YPN’s New Weekly Email

By now, YPN members have been receiving the Chamber Datebook each Monday. This weekly html, which features GPCC, YPN and affiliate events, will replace YPN's monthly Upcoming Events html. This allows members the opportunity to view and register for more events that interest them, more often.

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January Networking at the American Revolution Center

Tuesday, January 24
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

American Revolution Center
101 South Third Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Join YPN at the American Revolution Center to welcome Paul Levy, President and CEO of Center City District (CCD) as he discusses initiatives that Center City District is taking to help better the City of Philadelphia, as well as upcoming projects that will lead to job growth and new business opportunities.

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YPN Professional Development: Diversity in the Workplace

Monday, March 26
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

At the Chamber
200 South Broad Street
Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Join YPN to explore the diverse qualities that young professionals are bringing to the workplace, including their approaches to talent and culture. The program will feature Kristina Gilbert, Partner, Accenture and a panel of experts who will examine how diversity and inclusion in the workplace pertains to young professionals now and in the future.

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Member Spotlight

Alan Avidar

Alan Avidar

Company: Philadelphia Union

Position: Account Executive

Alan Avidar is an Account Executive with the Philadelphia Union and is responsible for selling full and partial season plans, group tickets, corporate partnerships, youth soccer partnerships and public partnerships.

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Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming GPCC Events

Women in the Workforce

Tuesday, December 13
7:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Hyatt at the Bellevue
Grand Ballroom
200 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102

YPN Member Discount

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Creating the Next Generation of Great Leaders

Wednesday, December 14
8:00 – 8:30 a.m.
Registration
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Program

WHYY
Independence Mall West
150 North 6th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Use coupon code "DC" for $5 off the GPCC member price.

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Arts & Business Council Presents: Business Backstage at the Philadelphia Museum of Art

Friday, December 16
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Philadelphia Museum of Art
26th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130

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Annual Mayoral Luncheon

Monday, February 6
11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Sheraton Hotel – Philadelphia City Center
Liberty Ballroom
17th & Race Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19103

YPN Member Discount

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List of New Members

Marina Fradera
ALDIA News Media

Farah Qadar
ALDIA News Media

Frank Genzano
Allstate Information Management

Stephanie Cajoleas
Cancer Treatment Centers of America at Eastern Regional Medical Center

Maura Feeney
Carl Alan Floral Designs

Jackie Jenkins
CSG Global

Timothy Yan
Duane Morris LLP

Tara McAdams
ESM Productions

Melissa Beaumont
Grant Thornton LLP

David Glad
Grant Thornton LLP

Anne Johnson
Grant Thornton LLP

John Mertz
Grant Thornton LLP

Aaron Spangler
Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce

Ben Premack
Hyatt Regency Phila. at Penn's Landing

Josh Evans
Ironshore Insurance Services

Brandon Mezick
Ironshore Insurance Services

Brendan McPoyle
KMRD Partners, Inc.

Anthony Zul
Long & Foster Real Estate

Megan Trainer
MARS Drink

Keith Parent
National Liberty Museum

Elisa King
Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Lynnette Thomas
Philadelphia Eagles Football Club

Caroline New
Philadelphia Museum of Art

Casey Oscar
Roberts Event Group, Inc.

Jaye Hamel
Rumor

Mark Merkel
Sklar Markind

Mark Robinson
Sprint

Govardhan Mudduluru
Sun Global Solutions Inc.

Kidada White
SunGard Data Systems Inc.

Aaron Spence
Talson Solutions, LLC

Mickey DeLorenzo
The ODM Group

Leslie Jarrard
The ODM Group

Stephanie Schneider
The ODM Group

Jacqui Seidel
The ODM Group

Amelia Wodzinski
University of Pennsylvania Health System

Louise McNutt
Wells Fargo

Trevor Mohr
Wilbraham, Lawler & Buba

Colleen Wood
Wu & Associates, Inc.

Save the Date

Upcoming YPN Events

YPN Unplugged With the Mayor
Thursday, March 15, 2012
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Saint Joseph's University
5600 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131

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We would like to extend a special thanks to our 2011 – 2012 sponsors:

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Are You a New Member of YPN?

Come learn about the benefits of your YPN membership.

Attend new member orientation on Wednesday, January 4 to learn about the benefits of belonging to YPN, meet the YPN Board and network with other new members.

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Questions? Comments?

We want feedback from you. How are our events? Where would you like to have an event? Who would you like as a speaker? What can we do to enhance your membership?

Please contact a YPN representative at 215-790-3707 or ypn@greaterphilachamber.com and let us know what you think about YPN and the newsletter.

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