Young Leaders Society Hosts 'Learning with Leaders' Oct 29th
October 28, 2013
COLUMBIA, SC – October 25, 2013)- As part of their calendar of events this fall, the United Way of the Midlands Young Leaders Society will host Learning with Leaders on October 29, at 7:30am, at Embassy Suites Columbia. The featured speaker will be South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson.
The Learning with Leaders series has seen a variety of speakers from different careers, industries and viewpoints, said Jessica Amick, Professional Development Committee Chair for the Young Leaders society. We’re very excited to have Alan Wilson as our speaker for the event this year.
The mission of YLS is to foster participation, commitment, growth, volunteerism, professional development and education of our members to further the goals and objectives of United Way of the Midlands by sustaining a leadership society that focuses on young professionals.
To do so, the Society hosts numerous events each year, from philanthropy to social events, which encourage young professionals to strive to be leaders in the Midlands.
Amick believes, Mr. Wilson will provide us with yet another example of servant leadership and professionalism that our members will undoubtedly benefit from.
Those interested in attending this event can register online at YLSMidlands.com. Admission is $10 for YLS members and $20 for nonmembers. Breakfast is provided with registration and event should last until 9am.
About United Way of the Midlands Young Leaders Society
The Young Leaders Society is a compassionate group of like-minded young professionals who are working to create a positive impact in the Midlands by strengthening the mission of United Way. Members are Community-oriented individuals ages 21-45 that give $1,000 or more to United Way of the Midlands and are committed to giving, serving and leading together. For more information please visit www.ylsmidlands.com.
About United Way of the Midlands
United Way of the Midlands is the most organized efficient and accountable system for investing in the community. With more than 80 certified partner agencies, United Way works to identify and respond to the critical human service needs of Calhoun, Fairfield, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg and Richland counties. Funds are raised through workplace campaigns, grant writing and individual donations. For more information please visit www.uway.org.
