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Berkshire Young Professionals (BYP)


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BYP Power Hour on "Personal Finances"

Tuesday, February 28, 2012
5:30PM
Brulees Restaurant & Catering
41 North Street
Pittsfield, MA

$10 per person OR FREE for BYP Cardholders

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Is your business looking to host a BYP event? We're currently accepting applications for our 2012 BYP Networking Socials. Click here to download an application.


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What is BYP?
Berkshire Young Professionals has been designed to address the challenges of forming connections for the next generation. BYP works to provide young professionals with opportunities personally, professionally, and within the community. The Berkshire Chamber of Commerce is proud to support and encourage the advancement of BYP to its members and the business community.

 

The group name refers to "young" because the organization focuses on connecting individuals between the ages of 21 to 40. Many people feel they are too "old" to attend Berkshire Young Professional events, but in reality there is no age limit.

 

How can I become a member?

Buy your BYP Membership Card online or use this form to pay by check.
·     $25 per person – one year membership.
 
Membership fees are subject to change as benefits are added.

 

Why should I become a member?

·     FREE access to our monthly Networking Socials (non-members pay $5 for entrance.)

·     FREE or reduced cost to BYP Special Events

·     Discounts at participating local businesses, just by showing your BYP Membership Card!

 

Check out the discounts BYP Membership Cardholders receive ALL YEAR!

Just flash your BYP Membership Card to take advantage of discounts and special offers from Berkshire businesses.  Keep checking back...more are added all the time!

Businesses!

You can tap into the young professional market, too!  Offer a discount.

Questions?
Email byp@berkshirechamber.com or call (413) 499-4000 x26.


2012 Events Schedule

Is your business looking to host a BYP event? We're currently accepting applications for our 2012 BYP Networking Socials. Click here to download an application.

BYP Networking Socials

All networking socials run 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Thursday, January 12th - BYP Networking Social @ Jiminy Peak, Hancock
Thursday, February 2nd - BYP Networking Social @ Crown Jewelers, Pittsfield
Thursday, March 15th - BYP Networking Social @ Kelly's Package Store, Dalton - register
Wednesday, April 4th - BYP Networking Social @ Wandering Star Brewery, Pittsfield
Wednesday, May 2nd - BYP Networking Social @ Hot Harry's, Horth Street, Pittsfield - register
Tuesday, July 10th - BYP Networking Social @ The '6 House Pub - register
Thursday, August 9th - BYP Networking Social @ Public Eat + Drink, North Adams
Thursday, December 6th - BYP Networking Social @ Berkshire Museum, Pittsfield


BYP Power Hour

All BYP Power Hour Events begin at 5:30PM.

Tuesday, February 28th

Tuesday, May 22nd
Tuesday, September 25th
Tuesday, November 27th

Topics have yet to be confirmed.  If you have an interest in a particular topic, please email choyt@berkshirechamber.com.

BYP Special Events


BYP Golf Tournament
- May 2012 - Stay tuned for details!
6th Annual BYP Halloween Bash
- Friday, October 26th


 BYP Benefits Berkshire County

·         Creates opportunities to meet new people, network, and develop career and leadership skills

·         Acts as a resource that Berkshire County employers can use to recruit and retain young professionals.

·         Through evaluating feedback from BYP events, the Chamber can provide useful information on what attracts and keeps the average young professional interested in the Berkshires. 

 

2012 BYP Steering Committee 

Christina Barrett, Berkshire Community College
Ryan Belanger, Ascentek
Erin Carlotto, Legacy Banks
Lauren Cimini, Country Curtains
Jackie Dolan, Michael Wainwright Inc. (Vice Chair)
Brad Felix, Greylock Federal Credit Union (Chair)
Christine Hoyt, Berkshire Chamber of Commerce
Ronald Kelly
Michelle Lillie, Legacy Banks

Jenine Moro, Pine Cone Hill
Bethany Pelletier, Gladys Allen Brigham Community Center
Dawn Syrko, Crowne Plaza

 

We look forward to seeing you at each and every exciting event for Berkshire Young Professionals! The connections are there, and you should be too! You can find out about BYP events, each month right here on our website. Be sure to check us out on a regular basis to keep informed of all the exciting happenings for Berkshire Young Professionals!



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