The Network for Springfield's Young Professionals

04/21/2026

Friday? Coffee? Rescue One puppies? SAY LESS 🫡

Thank you OMB Bank and Community Foundation of the Ozarks for giving us a reason to show up energized and ready for our work days!

We hope to see you all next Friday at the Chamber! ☺️

Register here: https://membership.thenetworkspringfield.com/eventcalendar/Details/the-network-s-coffee-connect-1584745?sourceTypeId=Website

04/16/2026

Big congratulations to our community! 10 members of The Network were named to Springfield Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 this year. We’re so proud to see our members recognized for their leadership, impact, and commitment to shaping the future of our region. 👏

04/15/2026

✨BOARD OPPORTUNITY✨

It’s important for organizations to have input from Springfield YPs, and serving on a local board is a great way to do that. Check out our website to learn more about this opportunity with the The Child Advocacy Center, Inc.!

https://thenetworkspringfield.com/involved/local-board-openings/

04/07/2026

Woohoo! Congratulations to our Chair, Andy, on this well deserved recognition. 🎉 This is a reflection of his hard work and dedication to our community, and we are so grateful.

We’re proud to congratulate our colleague, Andy Peebles, J.D., on his election as a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel - ACTEC.

This prestigious recognition reflects Andy’s dedication, expertise, and longstanding commitment to excellence in trust and estate law. We are honored to have him on our team and look forward to his continued impact on our clients and community.

Join us in celebrating this well-deserved achievement! 👏

04/06/2026

🌟 Business Spotlight 🌟

Drury University’s Online MBA is designed for today’s working professional. This fully online program allows you to advance you career while continuing to balance work, family, and life commitments. 🎓

With flexible one and two year completion options, the Drury MBA adapts to busy schedules without sacrificing academic quality.

If you’re interested in taking the next step professionally, Drury’s Online MBA meets you where you are and helps you move forward. 🚀 Click the link below to learn more.

Drury MBA: https://lnkd.in/gGFncG3Q

Interested in attending a happy hour to learn more? Reserve your spot here: https://lnkd.in/gSmCdUPS

03/31/2026

Halfway through GEARS! ⚙️ This six-month leadership development program for manufacturers is in full swing. This month, we dove into lean manufacturing, decision making and problem-solving frameworks, and leading through change while fostering innovation.

Thank you, Erlen Group for hosting the cohort and SRC Holdings Corporation, Missouri Enterprise, Missouri SBDC for sharing your insights and work with us. 🤓

03/30/2026

Thank you to everyone who showed up bright and early on this beautiful Monday for our first Coffee & Connect of the year! ☕ Hearing from our Series Presenting Sponsor, Community Foundation of the Ozarks, about the amazing work happening with The Generosity Collective was the perfect way to start our week.

A huge thank you to OMB Bank for being this year's Presenting Annual Program Sponsor, and Echelon Coffee for keeping us caffeinated. ☺️

03/26/2026

✨The People who make The Network what it is.✨

We kicked off the Social Event Series with the best crowd, a stunning space, and live music to close out the evening. If this is how we’re starting… it’s going to be a good year!

The vibes would not have been what they were without our Presenting Annual Program Sponsor, OMB Bank, and our Social Series Sponsor and host, Hotel Vandivort. 🤌🏼

03/19/2026

🚨 The Network’s signature event, SGForum, is officially live - and tickets are now available!

The countdown is on, and remember: at SGForum, everyone is a YP. Grab your teams and join us on Thursday, June 25 at Convoy of Hope – Global HQ.

This year’s theme, AMPLIFY, is all about elevating your impact! Expect inspiring keynotes, tangible takeaways, and meaningful connections with fellow leaders across the community. This is your day to learn, grow, meet new friends, and kick off your next chapter.

🔗 Secure your spot now: https://thenetworkspringfield.com/involved/sgforum/

03/16/2026

Exciting volunteer alert! 👀 We just added a new opportunity to our website and would love to have you join us. DM me with any questions!

https://thenetworkspringfield.com/involved/volunteer-opportunities/