On January 9, nearly 100 YPs gathered at the Chamber to hear from 2020 Network Chair Ryan Sivill and Board Chairman Robin Robeson about everything from their own professional histories to the best advice they’ve received and why they’re excited about the future for Springfield.

John Griesemer and Christina Angle face unique challenges and advantages as CEO and CFO, respectively, of Erlen Group.

They’re both members of the third generation of the Griesemer family to run what started as the Joseph J. Griesemer Quarry in 1946. It has since grown into a group of multiple distinct companies with Springfield Underground at its … ahem, core.

Steve Edwards was destined to be the CEO of CoxHealth.

There are many reasons why Springfield is a great place for people starting or growing their career, and The Network for Young Professionals works hard to share those opportunities with the community.

The first few weeks in a new job can seem like a flood of information. For Jason Gage, the first few weeks in his new role must seem like drinking from a fire hose

When you think of the new year, it’s usually about resolutions – getting back to the gym, eating healthier, or other little things that usually fall through in the first three months. But here at The Network, we’re thinking about who’s going to lead us … not only at the beginning of the year, but throughout 2018.

As she reflected on a 25-plus-year career that’s still going strong, Sally Hargis had much to say about why she stays so involved in the community and how she works to keep a fresh, positive outlook.

When Mary Kellogg’s husband, John Joslyn, told her about his plans to open a museum about the famous sunken ocean liner Titanic, she understood. After all, John had produced a major network television special about the expedition that found the shipwreck and even participated in the dives.