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Young Professionals

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The Young Professionals group was established in 2009 to empower young business professionals by creating an energetic and dynamic environment of education and networking, and to support furthering the careers of Oconomowoc area young professionals.

Eligibility Age Range: 21-40 years.

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Vision
To be a community where young professionals play a vital role in the development of Oconomowoc’s future. 

Our Focus
The Young Professionals group focuses on four different areas to develop and grow ourselves. Through networking events, educational workshops, community outreach, and leadership development opportunities on our committee, we strive to be a vital part of the Oconomowoc community. 

Meetings & Events

The Young Professionals group has a variety of opportunities for you to join in and build your network! These events are open to all Oconomowoc area young professionals.  Many of our events are free, but you must register to attend. Check our calendar of events periodically to see when registration opens.

Stay in the loop with the Oconomowoc Area Chamber of Commerce and Young Professionals – sign up for our weekly eBlast.

Young Professionals Coffee and Conversation

Start your morning off with a cup of coffee and great conversations! Connect with peers and share ideas in a casual setting.  This event is held on the second Friday of every month at Oconomowoc area coffee shops and businesses. 

Event is free, but registration is required. 

Young Professionals Bags and Beers

Join us for a fun evening of networking at our Bags and Beer event! Bring your own beer and enjoy a friendly game of bags while connecting with other young professionals in the area. Held the fourth Thursday in June.

Event is free, but registration is required.  Open to those between the ages of 21-40.

Young Professionals Handshakes and Happy Hour

Not a morning person? We’ve got you covered with this after hours social, held in April and November.  Join us in a casual, happy hour-like setting to meet with other area young professionals from a variety of industries, develop new business relationships and friendships, and share experiences and advice.  Food will be provided.  Cash bar is available.

Event is free, but registration is required.  Open to those between the ages of 21-40.

Young Professionals Educational Workshops

These workshops are specifically designed to provide young professionals training to help them gain business insights and develop leadership skills to become successful, contributing team-members in their company.  Join the Oconomowoc Chamber Young Professionals for an interactive breakfast or lunch and learn session with a topic that promotes professional development.  Past topics have focused on character building through self-awareness and using a cost-benefit analysis to prepare to present a great cost-saving idea to your manager.

Volunteer Opportunities

We always look for ways to give back by volunteering within the community. If you’ve seen the beautiful painted walkway just in downtown, we’ve painted that!  We have also planted trees, helped out at the German Christmas Market and more.  We are really excited for 2022 and to see what fun things we can get up to.  We hope you will join us and get involved in our community!

Committee Leadership Opportunities

Interested in becoming a part of the Young Professionals Committee?

Reach out to us – we’d love to talk more about the committee and personal connections you can make.  Get involved – you will not only feel personal satisfaction and make more connections, but it is a great way to build your resume and open the door to future leadership opportunities.  Please note, you must be a member of the Oconomowoc Chamber of Commerce to be on the committee.

Email the Chamber for more information.