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YP SPOTLIGHT
Hodge Patel
Employer
Office of U.S. Congressman Joe Donnelly
Job Title
District Director
Hometown
South
Bend/Granger
Hobbies/Interests
Volunteering in the community, 'BASS, YPN, working out at ICE Gym in Mishawaka, downtown South Bend Rotary Club and international travel.
Something most people don’t know about
Hodge
He has a twin brother who is
married and lives in Atlanta, Ga., with his wife and son.
Career Highlight
Working for Congressman Tim Roemer, U.S. Senator Evan Bayh and now Congressman Joe Donnelly.
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YOUR MICHIANA
St. Joseph County 4-H Fair
Looking for fun family entertainment? The 2008 St. Joseph County 4-H Fair runs from
July 28 - August 2.
Entertainment Includes:
The Amazing Rainforest Experience (tigers and monkey and parrots, oh my!), The Great Lakes Timber Show (ax throwing, wood chopping and log rolling!), Kachunga &
The Alligator Show, comedy, music and much, much more.
Admission is $8 and kids age 8 and under are free. For more information go to
www.4hfair.com.
Tell us about YOUR Michiana. Send in a testimonial of what you enjoy doing in Michiana. E-mail Sarah Ambler at
SEAmbler@indianatech.edu.
NETWORKING IN ACTION
Why network? Simple...it is the most powerful way to build
professional relationships; the kind of relationships that can
really take you places in life.
HOW do you network? That's easy too! We'll teach you everything you
need to know when you attend YPN's Networking In Action
event taking place next Thursday, July 24 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
at the Palais Royale in South Bend. The event is sponsored by
Lexus of Mishawaka and the Palais and will feature two presenters
who have promised a fun and interactive evening. It will be an
event where you'll actually put what you've learned into practice
right away!
CLICK HERE to register now for this complimentary
event!
YPN REACHING OUT
The YPN
Community Outreach Team is interested in
meeting you! If you have at least 10 young professionals at your organization that could benefit from YPN's resources, the
Community Outreach Team would be happy to schedule a breakfast, brunch, or late afternoon informational session at your place of business.
These sessions are designed to provide a comfortable atmosphere as our leaders give an introduction about YPN, review the resources available and tell your employees or fellow co-workers how they can get more involved.
Typically a session consists of a formal or informal presentation describing YPN and time to enjoy food and networking. The format can be adjusted to fit the culture and needs of your organization.
Please contact Sarah Hoshaw (574.247.5491,
hoshaws@sjrmc.com) or Maggie Wurst (574.234.8398,
mwurst@pressganey.com) for more
details and to schedule a session!
COMMUNITY
CORNER
Brush Up on
Your Knowledge of Investing
Do you have questions about investing in today's environment? The
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) will be in South Bend at the Gillespie Conference Center/Hilton Garden Inn on
Monday, August 4 to present a complimentary program on what every investor needs to know.
Presenting will be special guest Congressman Joe Donnelly, member of the House Financial Services Committee, FINRA CEO Mary Schapiro and FINRA Senior VP John Gannon.
You'll learn where to turn for objective guidance on investing today, congressional proposals to help protect investors, how FINRA helps protect and educate investors and where to turn for investing tools and advice.
Registration and a buffet dinner will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with the program immediately following from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
LEARN MORE/REGISTER NOW
Lace 'Em
Up!
Lace up your
shoes and get ready to run or walk for these great causes!
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LOGAN’s Run - Saturday, August 2
Fun Walk, 5K Run/Walk & 10K
Run
Web site/More Info
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Big Brothers Big Sisters 5K Run/Walk
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Saturday, September 20
Web site/More Info
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10th Annual Fall Frolic
(Benefits the Center for the Homeless Montessori Classroom)
- Saturday, October 18
Kids Fun Run, 5K Walk/Run & 10K run
Web site/More Info
YP Discounts & Deals
Memorial Health &
Lifestyle Center Young Professional Discount
Offered to YPs age 21–39. Membership is month-to-month. Call the
Health & Lifestyle Center at 574.647.2653 to arrange a personal tour and for more information about membership.
The club is located at 111 W. Jefferson, Suite 300 in downtown South
Bend (in the same building as HealthWorks! Kids' Museum).
Enrollment Fee: $99
(Regularly $225)
Monthly Fee: $48 (Regularly $68)
READING CORNER
The YPN Newsletter Team wants to know about your favorite reading material! What books or regular publications have benefited you professionally and personally, helped your communication skills or helped you to learn more about being involved in the community?
We want to hear from you. Contact
mike@integritassearch.com
to share your favorite read with other YPs!
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Networking in Action
Thursday, July 24
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Palais Royale
Sharpen your approach to networking situations like introductions, icebreakers and elevator speeches. Register today to reserve your place. It's complimentary to all YPs.
REGISTER / LEARN MORE
Personal Growth Through Community Service
Thursday, July 31
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Center for the Homeless
Learn how volunteering in your community can lead to individual growth and professional success.
REGISTER
/ LEARN MORE
ON THE RIVER 2008
Saturday, August 2
3:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Corner of Colfax Avenue & St. Joseph River
Take 1,500 tons of sand, dump it in downtown South Bend, throw in palm trees, an
outdoor stage, live music, a volleyball tournament, fireworks and
island-themed food and beverages. Combine all that with thousands of
people who love to have fun in the sun and throw in some social
consciousness. Welcome to “On the River 2008.” All proceeds benefit
the Center for the Homeless. Find more details and buy tickets at
www.ontheriver2008.com.
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