Young professionals making a vibrant future for Portage County
About Ignite
Ignite Young Professionals leads engaging professional development and interactive social networking events and facilitates volunteer opportunities. Whether you’re an individual looking to grow connections or a business focused on talent retention and development - there’s a place for you here no matter your profession!
Mission Statement:
Ignite Young Professionals is dedicated to the growth and development of individuals as leaders within our community.
Values:
- Collaboration
- Development
- Community
- Accountability
- Inclusivity
- Engagement
Career Committee:
Leads engaging professional development events with community experts aimed at leveling up your skill set.
Connect Committee:
Creates interactive networking events at local businesses to grow connections and build relationships.
Community Committee:
Facilitates volunteer opportunities and civic engagement to support local nonprofits and serve our community together.
Individual, corporate and student memberships are available. To learn more or sign up now, visit our membership portal.
Corporate memberships are not applied to individual staff members, rather all employees across a company/organization are able to have access to the membership. Corporate memberships offer 5 tickets per events at the standard membership rate. For questions about joining as a corporate member, email ignitepoco@gmail.com.
- Sign up for 2024 Membership now
- Employers: Learn more about out 2024 Corporate Membership
- Questions? Call 715-344-1940 or email ignitepoco@gmail.com
Ignite Advisory Board:
The Advisory Board is responsible for the overall decisions and function of Ignite.
Give your input and help plan Ignite events…join a committee!
2024 Advisory Board
President
Marra Pionek, Sprinter IT
Marketing Chair
Nathan Kozak, Northwestern Mutual
Career Chair
Taylor Jensen, Summit Credit Union
Connect Co-Chairs
Marra Pionek, Sprinter IT
Natalie Aneskavich, Lakeland Realty
Community Co-Chairs
Azend'e Coley, Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin
KaYing Vang, Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin
Membership Manager
Elizabeth Yarbrough, Northwestern Mutual
Treasurer
Ryan Ritchay, CLA
Secretary
Jena Schoneck, Nelnet
Past President
Malorie Paine, Plover Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
Portage County Business Council Liaison
Angie Fischer, PCBC
Want to learn more about joining a committee or the advisory board?
CONTACT US:
Sign up for events and membership at Eventbrite.
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For additional information, please call 715-344-1940 or email ignitepoco@gmail.com.
