Young Professionals Connection To Host Connections On The Green At Principal Charity Classic
GREATER DES MOINES, IA (May 6, 2024) – The Young Professionals Connection (YPC) is partnering with the Principal Charity Classic for Connections on the Green, an event that aims to bring community leaders and young professionals together to discuss the importance and impact of intentional inclusion in our community. The event will take place on Thursday, May 30 from 5:15 – 6:45 p.m. at Wakonda Club.
Connections on the Green will provide a platform where future leaders attending can ask questions and learn from experienced business executives from Greater Des Moines (DSM) through a fun, informal activity called inclusive networking bingo. Participants will also hear from a leader in this space as well as personal testimonies on the impact intentional inclusion can have on the community.
“We are excited to partner with the Principal Charity Classic on this event. Our goal is not only to create deeper connections between young professionals and community leaders, but to equip them with tangible tools to consciously show up more inclusively throughout the DSM region,” said Dannie Patrick, 2023-24 President of YPC. “Instilling a sense of belonging is critical to ensuring successful talent development in our community and that starts with the intentional inclusion of varying backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. Whether you feel young or more young at heart we encourage all to participate in this signature community event."
This event took inspiration from previous iterations of a YPC/PCC networking event and the story of late community leader Monroe Colston. Colston served as the first president of the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines. His commitment to inclusion inspired YPC to reimagine this networking opportunity as one that gives tangible takeaways to create ripple effect connections in The community. To learn more about Colston’s lasting impact on DSM, click here.
“The Principal Charity Classic is heavily focused on giving back and supporting the community,” said Alex McCarty, Tournament Director of the Principal Charity Classic. “We are excited to host YPC and young professionals who are looking to grow in their career and community involvement to become the leaders of tomorrow.”
Register for the event here.
About the Young Professionals Connection (YPC)
YPC's mission is to promote an environment that attracts and retains young professionals in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Its efforts focus on connecting young professionals to each other and to the community through social, civic, charitable and professional development endeavors. Members have unique opportunities to grow personally and professionally and forge lasting relationships. Engage, connect and form a foundation for your future in DSM.
About the Greater Des Moines Partnership
The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa. Together with 23 Affiliate Chambers of Commerce, more than 6,500 Regional Business Members and more than 400 Investors, The Partnership drives economic growth with one voice, one mission and as one region. Through innovation, strategic planning and global collaboration, The Partnership grows opportunity, helps create jobs and promotes DSM as the best place to build a business, a career and a future. Learn more at DSMpartnership.com.
About the Principal Charity Classic
The Principal Charity Classic is an annual and award-winning PGA TOUR Champions event dedicated to investing in the future of Iowa kids. In 2023, the Principal Charity Classic raised $8 million for charity, bringing the tournament’s giving total to more than $53.7 million since 2007. Tournament funds benefit organizations that provide a broad level of support to Iowa kids in the areas of education and culture, financial security and stability, and health and wellness.
For more information, visit principalcharityclassic.com, or connect with the tournament on social media: Facebook facebook.com/principalcharityclassic, Twitter @PCCTourney, and Instagram @principalcharityclassic.