YP @ THE Beach

YP & PCB Hype Luncheon on August 24th

2011-08-16T11:05:00.000-05:00

Make sure your mark your calendars for the YP and PCB Hype luncheon on August 24th with former speaker of the Florida House of Representatives Allen Bense! Seats are going fast so please RSVP to Kristopher McLane, Kristopher@PCBeach.org.

Young Professionals Swing their Way to Success

2011-06-17T15:31:00.000-05:00

Courtesey of Megan Moseley, The Walton Sun

Golf has always been a game used to mix business and pleasure. This year, young professionals can get a fresh introduction to the game and its benefits in regards to networking with the Summer Golf Corporate Challenge at Emerald Bay in Destin.

Young Professionals at the Beach along with Walton County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a networking, summer corporate challenge. They have asked companies to put together a two man team. Teams can play at 4:30 p.m. every other Wednesday starting June 15 and lasting until the middle of August. Participants will have the opportunity to play nine-hole golf, meet other professionals, and get fed.

It's $30 per man to play. There are chances to win prizes as there will be a draw every Monday by the Golf Director. The more you play, the more likely you are to win one of the top three prizes. First place receives two, three-night stays with Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals, two free rounds of Golf at Emerald Bay, a trophy and champs T-Shirts. Second place will receive two, two night-stays with Southern Resorts Vacation Rental and a trophy, and third place will receive a trophy.

Richard Lamar, operation manager for Southern Vacation Rentals, is involved with YP at the Beach, and is looking forward to the upcoming event.

"I think it's a great networking opportunity," he said. "We're offering a different avenue to engage those involved. It's a time to meet new people."

Jamie McIntosh, president of YP at the Beach, says they host the event because, "it's a way for us to provide a venue for young professionals in the area to network and grow professionally.

McIntosh, 30, says that they got the idea two years ago when they were looking for networking ideas.

"We think it is a noninvasive way of meeting people," he said.

For more information about how to sign up, email Richard Lamar at rlamar@southernresorts.com.

A Litte Bit of Fun AND Work

2011-06-13T14:41:00.000-05:00

YP Members Assist Local Habitat for Humanity Build

Cinco De Mayo Social Event at The Love Shack

April Lunch & Learn - Special Thanks to Fishbar for Hosting YP @ THE Beach

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Wine Tastings, Laughs and New Friends at YP Social in March

2011-03-30T16:53:00.000-05:00

YP's wine tasting hosted the very first event on Cuvee Bistro's new outdoor patio on March 15th. We had a great turn out of existing and new members who socialized over a tasting of four fine wines. The weather was a perfect 75 degrees and the appetizers provided were a delicious creation of Chef Creehan and his restaurant staff. It was so fun to walk around and listen to the networking that was going on between attendees - a clear sign of the success that YP has already had and what the future has in store for us. If you were not able to attend then we look forward to seeing you at our May social. Check out our YP @ the beach facebook for additional photos from this great social event.

It’s Your Future: What Young Americans Need to Know

2011-03-28T08:43:00.002-05:00

Moderator Charles Gibson and a panel of experts discuss the financial challenges and opportunities that await young people as they start careers and families—and how parents and grandparents can help. Watch now

Special Thank You to Northwest Florida State College

2011-03-15T16:58:00.000-05:00

Northwest Florida State College Professional Development Seminar (February 16^th)

For those of you that could not make the half day seminar at NWFSC back on February 16th, you missed a great afternoon. Catered food was provided for the participants which went a long way to fuel the high energy levels during the training. Both Dr. David Schjott and Professor Ronnie Stanley were highly engaged with the YP’s in attendance, and the topics were custom tailored to the participants in the class. Dr. David Schjott taught on how to deal with difficult people in the workplace, and Professor Ronnie Stanley dissected the art of public speaking so well that all participants were looking forward to the next presentation or speech they were to do! Everyone seemed to really enjoy themselves and was looking forward to the next seminar put on by YP @ The Beach and Northwest Florida State College. Make sure to watch YP’s emails, Facebook, and blog for our upcoming events!

A sincere thank you to Julie Cotton at Northwest Florida State College for making the arrangements for this great event!

Wine Tasting 2011

2011-03-14T12:17:00.000-05:00

Join us for the 22nd Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival

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November 17th's Luncheon

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Join us for YP's 2010 Leadership Summit on November 17th!

"Are You an Effective Leader?"

Wednesday November 17th

12:00-1:30

Sago Restaurant- Palms Resort and Spa

Keynote Speakers

Steve and Joan Carter- Carter Enterprise Group

$15 for Members

$20 for non-members

RSVP Required and seating is limited!

wendy@waltonareachamber.com

Join us at Baytowne Wharf Beerfest October 23rd

2010-10-13T15:32:00.000-05:00

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Blind Wine Event Coming Up!

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Please note that tonight's event at Redfish Village has been postponed. Stay tuned for updated information.

Mark your calendars for September 30th and the very fun Blind Wine Tasting Competition. Click below to enlarge for details.

Join us for Breakfast at Sandestin This Month!

2010-07-09T11:41:00.009-05:00

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Promoting the Benefit at Bluz!

2010-06-17T09:47:00.000-05:00

Check out Board member Dina Bevis of Graham & Co. with Kelly from Bluz Bar & Grill promoting the Benefit at Bluz this morning on 99 Rock. Spread the word and see you Saturday night! Don't forget your Dawn!

Lunch & Learn Workshop

2010-06-17T09:12:00.000-05:00

Benefit at Bluz

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YP Lunch at La Cocina May 12th

2010-05-03T12:01:00.000-05:00

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Join us Wednesday, May 12th at La Cocina in Seacrest Beach for our next professional development luncheon from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM. The speakers will be Mike Thomas of the Bay County Commission and Melinda Adams of Gulf Coast shutters and the BUILD mentor program. The cost is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. To RSVP, please email wendy@waltonareachamber.com or call 850.267.0683.

Due to limited seating, please RSVP by May 6th!

Guy Harvey's Social last night

2010-04-29T10:11:00.000-05:00

I hope everyone had a great time last night at the social! We could not have asked for better weather! Our next event is a luncheon on May 12th at La Cocina in Seacrest Beach!

Guy Harvey's Social is Tonight!

2010-04-28T11:38:00.000-05:00

Come on out this afternoon to Guy Harvey's in Pier Park at 5:30 for YP's next social! Good people- Good times- Great food- Amazing view! We look forward to seeing you there!

YP Social Tomorrow at Guy Harvey's Island Grill

2010-04-27T15:36:00.001-05:00

Come on out tomorrow to Guy Harvey's Island Grill in Pier Park for the next YP Social! The event kicks off at 5:30 and will be on the upstairs patio overlooking the pier and the Gulf of Mexico! This event is free for members and only $5 for non-members! Bring plenty of business cards because there will be a lot of networking opportunities available!

YP Tours New Airport Site

2010-04-16T11:10:00.000-05:00

Thanks to everyone who joined us this week on our behind-the-scenes tour of the new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport! Special thanks to Dina, Michelle and Jamie for organizing the logistics, arranging the sponsorship, and coordinating with our wonderful tour guide!

SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. (April 16, 2010) - Young Professionals @ the Beach (YP@TB), the area's premier organization for up and coming business men and women, were the lucky guests to tour the nearly completed Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) in Panama City on April 14th. The local group boarded a tour bus guided by Access Public Relations' Amy Ausley and sponsored by Panama City Beach business Graham & Company. Those on board were able to see firsthand the airport entrance, terminal, jetway, ride down the runway and even go inside the control tower for a bird's eye view of the entire property. Much of the ground covered on the tour will not be seen by the general public until the airport opens next month.

With over 50 YP@TB members and non-members in attendance, YP President Cory Fosdyck felt the turnout offered growth potential for the relatively new organization. "I believe the success of this event will catapult YP@TB's membership growth. We received a number of applications and all of the feedback from patrons after the trip was extremely positive."

The airport tour was part of the group's meeting schedule, which alternates social events with professional development lunches and semi-annual field trips. The group's members come from Okaloosa, Walton and Bay counties with the mission of bridging social, geographic, political and economic boundaries across Northwest Florida's Gulf Coast.

For more information about YP@TB contact the Walton Area Chamber (www.waltonareachamber.com or 850-267-0683) or Panama City Beach Chamber (www.pcbeach.org or 850-235-1159).

YP Members Erica & Michelle on-site

30A TV Interviews YP Advisory Board Member Dina Bevis on-site

Airport Entrance

Down the Runway End of Runway

New Control Tower Walking Up Inside Tower Inside Tower - another view

Looking Down!

Outside Tower

Jetway

Runway Speed

Terminal and Runway

Terminal Front

Terminal

Top Terminal

View from the Terminal

Pictures from Shorty's!

2010-04-02T10:42:00.001-05:00

Thanks to everyone who made it to Shorty's last night! It was a great time and we met some new YPs as well! See you all again in a few weeks for the tour of the new airport April 14th and at Guy Harvey's Pier Park for a social April 28th. Stay tuned for more details.

Tour the New Airport with YPATB!

2010-04-01T10:07:00.000-05:00

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Join YP at THE Beach for a pre-opening tour of the new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport on April 14th, 2010. The group will meet at Shades at the Loop at 3 PM and will depart from there, via shuttle, to the airport.

This is a great opportunity to tour this amazing facility before it opens to the public!

There is a limited number of spaces available. You can register by contacting Wendy Radke via phone or email.

Wendy Radke
Walton Area Chamber of Commerce
(850) 267-0683
wendy@waltonareachamber.com

See You at Shorty's Tonight!

2010-04-01T09:00:00.000-05:00

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Join us tonight beginning at 5:30 PM at Shorty's Surfside and Topside in Grayton Beach for another fabulous YP @ the Beach event. This social is free for YP members and only $5 for non-Members. We'll have great food, great drinks and live music! Bring your business cards and plan to mix, mingle and be reminded why the Beach is such a great place to live and work!

Chamber Lunch Photos

2010-03-05T10:08:00.000-06:00

If you missed the Walton Chamber's Power of Business Luncheon on Wednesday, you missed quite a program on the hot topic Social Media Marketing. As a sponsor of the luncheon, the YP @ THE Beach Advisory Board had the opportunity to address attendees and introduce our organization to the business community, covering the Who, What, When, Where and Why of YP.

Our own member Valeria Lento did a fabulous job delivering the feature presentation "Empowering Businesses Through Online Relationship Building" and represented YP well! Great job, Val! The presentation was informative and overflowing with useful stats and tips. You can view the slides online here.

Thanks to our Advisory Board for continuing to devote their valuable time to YP and for doing such a great job getting our name out and about! More importantly, thanks to all of the Board's employers for allowing them to actively participate! We really appreciate it!

Thanks to the Walton Area Chamber for sharing these photos of the lunch.

YP to Sponsor Chamber Luncheon!

2010-03-02T10:02:00.000-06:00

Join us Wednesday at the Hilton Sandestin for the Walton Area Chamber's Power of Business Luncheon, sponsored by YP @ THE Beach! Our own Valeria Lento will be giving an in-depth presentation on Social Media Marketing. You won't want to miss it! Register with the Chamber here.

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March Young Professional Training Day

2010-02-24T11:45:00.000-06:00

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Covering the Business Journal

2009-12-11T15:20:00.000-06:00

We've got ink! Not only did members of YP @ the Beach's Advisory Board score a cover photo on the December issue of the Walton Area Chamber's Business Journal, but we also had an incredible write-up with Q&A's for each board member including Jami Anderson, Chad Blasi, Cory Fosdyck, Daniel Frankfurt, Jason Koertge, Michelle Lacewell, Valeria Lento, Jamie McIntosh, Kristopher McLane and Michelle Tommey. Way to go guys! YP is making waves and getting attention right out of the gate!

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'Tis the Season Soiree Wrap-Up

2009-12-11T15:07:00.000-06:00

Thanks to everyone who attended the soiree in Baytowne last Friday! With over 100 people in attendance, there were plenty of tacky sweaters, karaoke singers and holiday spirits to go around. Thanks especially to Sean Flynn for snapping photos throughout the evening, which can be seen here on Flickr. Nothing too embarassing! 2010 is right around the corner, so stay tuned for our next event slated for January.

'Tis the Season Soiree!

2009-11-20T15:00:00.000-06:00

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Join us Friday, December 4th beginning at 6 PM at the Top This! Tupelo Courtyard in Baytowne Wharf for a joint young professionals holiday soiree. Enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres, drinks, live music, karaoke, and even a tacky holiday sweater contest. The cost is $15 for YP members and $20 for non-members. It's going to be a great time! RSVP to Lindsay Abbott at abbottlc@gmail.com. See you there!

Red Bar Lunch Photos 11/18/09

2009-11-19T08:15:00.000-06:00

Thanks to everyone who attended our November professional development luncheon at the Red Bar in Grayton Beach on Wednesday. The food was delicious and we had over forty young professionals in attendance! Destin Mayor Craig Barker delivered a great message, reminding us all to set audacious goals that we can strive to achieve in both our personal and professional life.
See you all on December 4th at the Top This! Tupelo Courtyard in Baytowne for the "Tis the Season Holiday Soiree" starting at 6 PM!

Professional Development Lunch @ the Red Bar 11/18

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YPs Get Together for Nights of Fire October 23rd

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Crestview Chamber PILOT, Destin Area Chamber ECEL, Ft. Walton Beach Chamber Young Profesionals and YP at THE Beach invite you to a Young Professionals After Hours Event for

Benise - Nights of Fire

Friday, October 23

Complimentary After Hours Event: 6 PM; Show: 7:30 PM (Fee $30)

Mattie Kelly Arts Center, Niceville

Free After Hours Event includes a complimentary drink and small bites.

Show tickets are $30 each. Group discount available.

RSVP for After Hours Event and purchase tickets 0 (850) 729-6004 or email shiresj@nwfsc.edu

Enjoy a Hot & Spicy Night!

Enjoy a night of hot and spicy Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa, African Tribal Rhythms, Argentinean Tango and Brazilian Samba as Spanish guitarist Roni Benise presents the national tour of his Emmy award-winning show NIGHTS OF FIRE! Performing nationwide, Benise and 25 international performers, push the boundaries of the traditional romantic sounds of Flamenco/Spanish guitar by combining the elements of theater with Flamenco and Brazilian Samba dancers, Brazilian Samba percussionists, African tribal drummeers, Havana horns andbrilliant theatrical lighting to create an unforgettable world-music experience.

Event sponsored by the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College.

In the News! YPs Get New Networking Group

2009-10-07T10:40:00.000-05:00

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From the Destin Log, September 26-29th edition

Join Us for "What Not to Wear" October 8th

2009-10-02T16:00:00.000-05:00

Fellow YP's,

Our mission is to attract, retain, develop, and connect young professionals in the area and give back to our community. One of the ways we "Give Back" is by engaging and supporting high school and college age individuals in our area to help them prepare and succeed later in life. We have a great opportunity to do just that next week at South Walton High School with the Youth Leadership Class. We need your help....to have as many YP's as possible to show up and 'Model' their professional attire.

"What NOT to Wear".
Thursday, October 8th
South Walton High School
Hwy 331 (just North of Walton Area Chamber of Commerce)
12:45 pm to 2:00 pm

Attendees may also discuss 'What NOT to Wear' including the pitfalls of piercings, miniskirts, cut-off shorts, pink hair.
Please let me know if you can make it so we will have an idea of our contribution: cory_fosdyck@ml.com

Thank you very much!

Cory Fosdyck,
YP@TB Chair

Calypso Luncheon Photos 9/17/09

2009-09-17T16:20:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Calypso for hosting a great lunch today and to State Rep. Jimmy Patronis for speaking to the group! Despite the rain, we had a great turnout, heard a lot about his experience as a young professional, and even got some great advice. Rep. Patronis urged the group to learn more about the businesses around us, continue to be actively involved in chamber or other organizations, and work with a charity or non-profit we feel passionately about. It's about getting to know our community and giving back!

Thanks again to everyone who attended! Stay tuned for details on next month's event and check us out on Facebook if you haven't already.

Join us for Lunch at Calypso!

2009-09-09T08:44:00.000-05:00

Make plans to attend the next YP @ the Beach professional development luncheon at Calypso Beach Cafe in Panama City Beach September 17th from 11:30 AM - 1 PM with State Representative Jimmy Patronis of Panama City addressing the group. He'll be discussing his roots, early career moves and path to the Florida House of Representatives. We'll also have an open forum to hear what you want from YPATB. Don't miss it!

Calypso has provided us with these great lunch selections! (order at Calypso)

· Shrimp Bucktown – Shrimp and Tasso tossed with their own “Bucktown” sauce served over penne pasta
· Chicken Alfredeaux - Chicken breast tossed with pasta and covered with their very own alfredeaux sauce
· Soup and Salad Combo – A bowl of Vegetable Soup and a Garden Salad
· Cheeseburger
Plus, save room for dessert! White Chocolate Bread Pudding – their famous Bread Pudding topped with white chocolate chips and special white sauce.

The cost to attend is $10 per person. Calypso Beach Cafe is located at 15812 Front Beach Road, just east of Pier Park.

Young Professionals at The Beach (YP@TB) was formed to provide a venue for ambitious individuals to network and develop the skills necessary to become the next business leaders on The Beach.
Join us today!

Launch Party Thanks and Save the Date!

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YP on 30A TV

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Click here to watch the debut of YP@TB on 30A Television!

President Cory Fosdyck tells us what YP is all about and why you should get involved. Check it out. For more information or to join the group, get in touch with us here.

YP Launch Party Wrap-Up

2009-08-14T09:22:00.000-05:00

Thanks to everyone who joined us at La Botana in Seagrove last night for the YP Launch Party -- the place was packed! The standing room only crowd enjoyed wine, tasty food and great company with over 100 friends and business contacts in attendance. 30A Television was even there, so stayed tuned to see the video! YP's came from Panama City , Panama City Beach, Destin, Fort Walton, Niceville, Freeport and the Beaches of South Walton to meet, greet and check out THE new group in town.

Here are a few snapshots from the party:

Countdown to Launch Party!

2009-08-12T16:14:00.000-05:00

The YPATB Launch Party is only one day away! Join us at hot spot La Botana starting at 5:30 PM for networking, delicious food and drinks (thanks to La B!) and a few fabulous door prizes!

One of These Could Be Yours!

2 Nights in 2 BR & Round of Golf for 4 - ResortQuest
Round of Golf for 4 People at The Raven - Sandestin
4 Rounds of Golf - Holiday Golf Club
2 Nights and 1 Round of Golf - The Resort Collection of Panama City Beach
Sunday Brunch for 2 & Golf for 2 - Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club
ZOOM! Teeth Whitening - Destin Center for Cosmetic Dentistry

It's going to be a great night, so tell your friends and be there or be square!

Join Us for a VIP Launch Party August 13th at La Botana!

2009-05-20T10:23:00.000-05:00

You are invited to be our VIP guest at the Launch Party for the new Young Professionals organization on the Gulf Coast.
Young Professionals at The Beach (YP@TB) was formed to provide a venue for ambitious individuals to network and develop the skills necessary to become the next business leaders on The Beach.
In addition to complimentary food and drink, you will have the opportunity to develop new relationships and strengthen existing ones while enjoying a fun and relaxed atmosphere at one of 30A’s most contemporary venues and a chance to win amazing prizes.
For more information, contact the Walton Area Chamber .
Michelle@WaltonAreaChamber.com
850.267.0683

EVENT DETAILS:
August 13, 2009
5:30 PM
La Botana
4281 Hwy 30A
Seagrove Beach

One of These Could Be Yours!
2 Nights in 2 BR & Round of Golf for 4 - ResortQuest
Round of Golf for 4 People at The Raven - Sandestin
4 Rounds of Golf - Holiday Golf Club
2 Nights and 1 Round of Golf - The Resort Collection of Panama City Beach
Sunday Brunch for 2 & Golf for 2 - Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club
ZOOM! Teeth Whitening - Destin Center for Cosmetic Dentistry

Thanks to Our Sponsors:

ResortQuest

Sandestin

The Resort Collection of Panama City Beach

Destin Center for Cosmetic Dentistry

Holiday Golf Club

Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club

Walton Area Chamber of Commerce

Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce

La Botana

See You There!