Up & Coming Weekly

President ntSpeaksSpeaks The Fayetteville-Cumberland County Chamber of Com- Fayetteville Young Professionals Announce Volunteer of the Year Doug Peters, President merce and the Fayetteville Young Professionals (FYP) would like to congratulate Jenny Beaver for receiving the inaugural Volunteer of the Year award. Ms. Beaver joined FYP and quickly volunteered to head the social committee, which is charged with planning FYP’s social events. Ms. Beaver and other members of the social committee successfully coordinated this year’s past events, which included an outing to the Stoneybrook Steeplechase, a Fayetteville After Five concert, a FYP FireAntz Tailgate, a Holiday Social and the FYP launch party and Annual Membership Party. “Jenny joined the social committee with a drive to meet new people and create an atmosphere of fun,” said Kirk deViere, outgoing FYP Chair. “We are so excited to have young professionals like Jenny representing Fayetteville and bringing other young professionals together.” “I have thoroughly enjoyed being the FYP Social Chair this past year. The op- portunity to plan events that will attract a younger base has been both challenging and rewarding,” said Ms. Beaver. “I am so honored to have been named the FYP Vol- unteer of the Year, but planning successful social events throughout our fi rst year is the result of a true team effort by our entire 2010 social committee. To these people, I owe much thanks! We couldn’t have been happier to be a part of an organization Business ssSpotlightSpotlight that is bringing young professionals together in this community.” Young professionals between the ages of 21 to 40 who are career minded are encouraged to join. The cost to join is $45. Benefi ts include free admis- sion to FYP events; discounts at FYP socials and special invitations to community events. The Fayetteville Young Professionals (FYP) is a membership division of the Fayetteville-Cum- berland County Chamber of Commerce, designed to provide opportunities for young professionals to develop the skills they need to succeed in their chosen profession or occupation. Events will consist of both networking socials and training events, designed to enhance both personal and professional development. The mission of the FYP is to create a network of young professionals in the greater Fayetteville area that fosters personal and professional development through relation- ship building, skill enhancement, community enrichment, and career advancement opportunities. Jenny Beaver Please visit www.fayyp.org for more information. Submit Your Nominations for the 2010 Awards Banquet The Chamber Annual Awards Banquet will be held again this year, although the date is still pending. In preparation for the event, we are now accepting nominations for the following awards: Athena Award- one of the most prestigious awards presented by the Fayetteville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce. It honors the person who has demonstrated the greatest support for the goals of professional women. Nominees will be evalu- ated with the following criteria: · The individual actively assists women in realizing Wher their full leadership potential. · The individual demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in their business or profession. · The individual provides valuable service by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community. Realtors Cup Award- awarded to the individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the civic, industrial and cultural growth of metro-Fayette- ville. Business of the Year Award- this award is in-     i s FUN        10 UCW JULY 14-20, 2010 Offering Day and Evening Classes • State Board Approved • Offering Day and Evening Classes • State Board Approved 1309 Morganton Road (910) 484-4900 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM tended to recognize outstanding business achievement and leadership in our area. The award recognizes the immense positive impact businesses makes on our community. Show your support for those who are impacting our community. Nominate your boss, co-worker or both! Submit your nomination today! Please submit all nominations by August 31st. All awards will be given at the Chamber’s Annual Awards Banquet. More information is forthcoming! The The    e Baseball

• Cover