The Young Professionals of Atlantic (YPA) will host the 2nd annual awards luncheon on April 29th, 2015 and are seeking community-wide nominations for the awards. The awards are designed to recognize the achievements of young professionals who demonstrate a commitment to excellence and innovation in his/her profession and community.

The awards are open to any Young Professional that meets the following criteria: professional is aged 21-40 years old as of November 1, 2014, professional is employed by a Chamber member business or organization and professional resides within Cass County. Young Professionals will be nominated for their excellence in 4 different categories: YP Newcomer, YP Entrepreneur, YP Business Leader, YP Public Servant. There will also be one YP Choice Workplace award given.

The YP Choice Workplace Award recognizes companies who effectively attract, retain and develop young professionals. Individuals can nominate their company or another company. Companies must be Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce members. Check the membership directory at www.atlanticiowa.com for eligibility.

To nominate: go to www.atlanticiowa.com for a nomination form or stop into the Atlantic Area Chamber Of Commerce Office (102 Chestnut, Atlantic, IA 50022) to pick up a nomination form. All nomination forms must be submitted by Monday, April 6th at noon. The YPA nominations will be reviewed by a selection committee.  The Award Recipients in all 4 categories and the YP Choice Award will be recognized and celebrated at the April 29th Awards Luncheon.

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The Young Professionals of Atlantic is a social group with no membership dues or required meetings. Their mission is to connect, engage and attract young leaders into the community while promoting the greater Atlantic area. Members are young professionals between the ages of 21-40. Any interested individuals can contact Kevin Wieser, YPA President at 712-243-1336 for information.