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FLEX in the Community: Join us this Summer!

June 20, 2024 in category Chamber Blog tags bike 'n brew, community, events, FLEX, ice cream social, OHF, Oil Heritage Festival, Summer, volunteer and 0 comments.

If you are looking to be more involved within the community, what better way to spend this summer than to be involved in community events by volunteering! Volunteering offers a chance for you to impact the community directly while also expanding your network of professionals. There are numerous ways to volunteer your time this summer from coaching a youth sports team, to church activities, to FLEX sponsored events.

A great way to be more involved in the community and FLEX this summer is to participate in the two main events on our summer calendar, Bike n’ Brew and the Oil Heritage Festival Ice Cream Social.

The beloved Oil Heritage Festival Ice Cream Social will be held Thursday, July 18 in the Central Avenue Plaza – the alley between Christ Episcopal Church and the Oil City Library.

Join us from 4:30-6:00, 6:00-7:30, or both shifts to provide ice cream and smiles to members of the community while enjoying the wonderful Oil Heritage Festival activities.

The OHF Bike n’ Brew will be held on July 20 and takes place in the courtyard of the Venango Chamber. FLEX is looking for volunteers who can:
• Help distribute flyers to local businesses
• Pick up beer from local craft breweries
• Pack tote bags the night prior to the event
• Set up the event
• Provide assistance during the event
• Assist with clean up after the event

Volunteer signups for both the Ice Cream social and Bike N Brew will be shared in email and on Facebook soon! If your organization has upcoming volunteer opportunities this summer, we would love to hear more about them to share with our members.

To sign up to volunteer at FLEX sponsored events or to share other volunteer opportunities, please share them in the Facebook group or contact us at flex@venangochamber.org.

This article was published in the Future Leaders & Entrepreneurs Exchange’s (FLEX) June 2024 edition of the FLEX Your Ideas (FYI) Newsletter.

FLEX Summer Kickoff

June 6, 2024 in category Chamber Blog tags Best Intentions, Bibos, FLEX, food, free, live music, mingle, music, OARS, summer kick-off, Summer Kickoff, young professionals and 0 comments.

Join FLEX Young Professionals of Venango County on Friday, June 7 for an evening of fun, food, and fantastic live music! Come for as much or as little as you can.

We are meeting at Bibo’s for dinner and ice cream from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. to mingle. After dinner, we’ll head over to OARS (Outdoor Allegheny River Services) to enjoy a free live music performance by Best Intentions (who are all local young professionals)!

This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow young professionals in the area while enjoying some great food and music! Hope to see you there!

This is a free public event! Invite your friends!

This article was published in the Future Leaders & Entrepreneurs Exchange’s (FLEX) June 2024 edition of the FLEX Your Ideas (FYI) Newsletter.

Exploring VenangoChamber.org: FLEX Young Professionals Group

May 28, 2024 in category Chamber Blog tags connections, entrepreneurs, events, FLEX, future leaders and entrepreneurs exchange, leaders, professional growth, venangochamber.org, young professionals, young professionals group and 0 comments.

In this month’s video, we’re diving into one of the key programs of the Chamber: the Future Leaders’ and Entrepreneurs’ Exchange (FLEX). FLEX serves as the premier network for young professionals in the Venango Area, focusing on fostering connections and professional growth. Discover what FLEX entails, its objectives, and how you can connect with and follow FLEX for the latest information, professional development, updates, and events.

Follow this link to watch the video: bit.ly/VenangoChamber

This article was published in the Venango Chamber’s May 2024 VenangoWorks! Newsletter.

Celebrating Young Professionals at FLEX Presents

May 13, 2024 in category Chamber Blog tags 2024, Amariliz Sanchez, award, Civic Engagement, community, Deanna Wolfgang, Devin Forgey, Eli Busch, entrepreneurship, FLEX, flex presents, kat thompson, Kelsey Ziegler, leadership, local, Miranda Heller, nominees, SaVanha Scott, Thomas Holoman, Tyler Vanwormer, wanango, young professional, Young Professional of the Year and 0 comments.

Congratulations Tyler VanWormer, 2024 Young Professional of the Year

Every year, FLEX shines a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of local young professionals who exemplify dedication, innovation, and community spirit. This annual celebration, held on April 19, is a testament to the impactful contributions made by individuals who go above and beyond to enrich our community through civic engagement, entrepreneurship, and leadership.

This year’s celebration was held at Wanango Country Club and celebrated the accomplishments of 10 young professionals who were nominated by community members that saw the impacts they were making in our community. One of the highlights of the evening is naming the 2024 Young Professional of the Year.

Congratulations to this year’s Young Professional of the Year, Tyler VanWormer!

Tyler’s dedication to his role as Personal Lines Producer at Franklin Insurance is exemplary. Specializing in acquiring new business and catering to the personal insurance needs of community members, Tyler has left a long-lasting mark on his industry. His contributions with Franklin Insurance, who earned Erie Insurance’s Giving Agency of the Year Award, is a testament to his unwavering commitment to both professional excellence and community betterment.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Tyler is deeply involved in various community initiatives. From his active participation in Franklin Rotary to his contributions to FLEX and the Oil City YMCA Dek Hockey program, Tyler’s passion for community engagement knows no bounds. He’s a familiar face at Franklin’s Light Up Night Parade and can often be found volunteering for the annual apple pancake breakfast at St. Patrick’s Church in Franklin. Tyler’s multifaceted involvement underscores his genuine dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of those around him.

Other nominees include: Eli Busch, Devin Forgey, Miranda Heller, Thomas Holoman, Amariliz Sanchez, Savanha Scott, Kat Thompson, Deanna Wolfgnong and Kelsey Ziegler.

More information about each of the 2024 nominees can be found on our website.

Congratulations Tyler and all nominees!

This article was published in the Future Leaders & Entrepreneurs Exchange’s (FLEX) May 2024 edition of the FLEX Your Ideas (FYI) Newsletter.

FLEX to Recognize Young Professionals – Friday, April 19

April 12, 2024 in category Chamber Blog tags 2024, Amariliz Sanchez, ashley smith, bio, bios, Civic Engagement, community, Deanna Wolfgang, Devin Forgey, Eli Busch, entrepreneur, entrepreneurial spirit, FLEX, flex presents, kat thompson, Kelsey Ziegler, leadership, Miranda Heller, recognition event, Reno, SaVanha Scott, Thomas Holoman, Tyler Vanwormer, wanango country club, young professionals and 0 comments.

Our annual young professional recognition event, FLEX Presents, is set for Friday, April 19, at the Wanango Country Club in Reno, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Join us in celebrating our region’s talented young professionals who deserve recognition for their entrepreneurial spirit, dedication to improving our communities, and exemplary leadership. The highlight of the evening will be announcing one deserving young professional as the 2024 Young Professional of the Year! FLEX Presents is a public event and you don’t have to be a FLEX member to join in the celebration!

“This is an inspirational evening to celebrate not only the 10 nominees, but all local young professionals who go above and beyond for our region,” said FLEX liaison Ashley Smith.

Please come out to support the nominees and help us celebrate their achievements.

The event will include hors d’oeuvres, drinks, networking and a presentation about FLEX and this year’s nominees.

Tickets for the event are $25. RSVP at venangochamber.org/events or contact the Chamber at flex@venangochamber.org or (814) 676-8521.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Find the form at venangochamber.org/flex-presents.

CONGRATULATIONS NOMINEES!

Eli Busch
Devin Forgey
Miranda Heller
Thomas Holoman
Amariliz Sanchez
SaVanha Scott
Kat Thompson
Tyler Vanwormer
Deanna Wolfgong
Kelsey Ziegler

These 10 nominees were put forward by community members for their commitment to Venango County through civic engagement, entrepreneurship, and leadership.

Find bios at venangochamber.org/flex-presents

This article was published in the Future Leaders & Entrepreneurs Exchange’s (FLEX) April 2024 edition of the FLEX Your Ideas (FYI) Newsletter.