Young Professionals of Cowley County is kicking off its 2011 Business After Hours series at Ark City’s new hospital.
The event is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday at South Central Kansas Medical Center just off U.S.77 Highway. It is open to the public.
Business After Hours will be held the third Thursday of each month, through July, in attempt to offer social and networking opportunities for young professionals while highlighting a local business.
“One of the primary goals of YP Cowley is to help working adults in our area build their professional and social network, while contributing to their development as a young professional,” said president Jeff Wacker. “The Business After Hours series hits on all those areas.”
The complete spring/summer line-up includes:
South Central Kansas Medical Center, Arkansas City – 5:30pm Thursday, April 21
Kan Pak, Arkansas City – 5:30pm Thursday, May 19th
Robotzone, Winfield – 5:30pm Thursday, June 16th
Winfield Consumer Products, Winfield – 5:30 pm Thursday, July 21st
A public YP Roundtable is also planned for 6 p.m. May 12 at the Winfield Area Chamber of Commerce. The meeting is open to anyone age 21-40 in the Cowley County area who would like to help provide input and direction for this group.