HYPE

Join HYPE During Global Entrepreneurship Week

2009-11-11T20:30:00.001-05:00

Don't miss the opportunity to attend HYPE and the Johnson City Power Board’s “Green Your Business” workshop next Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Johnson City Power Board Auditorium (2600 Boones Creek Road). The “Green Your Business” workshop will offer helpful tips and tools for making eco-friendly decisions in the workplace. Presentations from ETSU Professor Paul Sims, City of Johnson City Recycling Marketing Coordinator Eva Hunter, and representatives from the Johnson City Power Board will provide information for a varied audience. PLUS two tickets to “Will This Float?” ($40 value) will be given as a door prize! E-mail kbruce@johnsoncitytn.org for more information.

HYPE's Co-Mentoring Program Unveiled at Economic Summit

2009-11-11T20:29:00.000-05:00

The Economic Summit was a great success this year, and there was a good turnout of YPs. Thanks to each of you who were able to attend.

At this year’s Summit, HYPE unveiled our Co-Mentoring program. If you would like to be part of this great new program, please email Keisha Bruce at kbruce@johnsoncitytn.org for an application. Co-mentoring has been very well-received thus far and there was a real enthusiasm about it at the Summit. Plan now to be part of this new co-mentoring opportunity.

Join HYPE at the Economic Summit!

2009-10-13T20:04:00.000-05:00

HYPE members,

You won’t believe everything that’s going on!

First and foremost, register TODAY for the Economic Summit (Tuesday, Oct. 20, 8 a.m.-1:45 p.m.). Everyone who pre-registers is invited to a networking reception the night before (Monday, Oct. 19, 6-8 p.m.) at the Carnegie’s Old Soldiers Ballroom. Jose Castillo’s band, Frito Puentes, will provide live music, and there will be an open bar!

Then, at the Summit, get ready for the debut of our Holler! video … Jose and company have been working hard on this production, which will feature man-on-the-street style responses to important questions about our economic future. You will have a chance to answer the Holler! survey questions when you register for the Summit. The idea is to take the pulse of our community about our community and to convey some new, creative ideas from people (like you!) who are all about change and progress.

Sign up for any focus group that interests you but remember that the Business Development group will take on an “intergenerational” focus and will deal with several upcoming initiatives including Will This Float? and HYPE’s brand-new Co-Mentoring Project!

Which brings us to … co-mentoring! HYPE and the Chamber of Commerce are excited to launch this new initiative that will link professionals in our area so that each can learn from the other (as opposed to a traditional mentor-mentee format). There are no age categories – no “older” professionals showing the ropes to the “younger” sect. We can all learn from each other and need to in order to survive in the workplace, and this co-mentoring idea is built around that idea. Summit attendees will be able to fill out applications for co-mentoring at the Summit, and we hope all HYPE members will get involved! The response to this idea has been overwhelmingly positive, and we want all of you to be part of a meaningful and lasting initiative.

Whew! And that’s just the beginning – there’s already so much more in the works for the rest of the year. Please feel free to e-mail Keisha at kbruce@johnsoncitytn.org if you have any questions and go to www.economicsummit.org to register now! We really want a strong showing at this event … let’s not sit around, talking about the same ol’, same ol’ – let’s do something!

Let's Get Together...

2009-07-16T18:07:00.001-05:00

HYPE will meet this Tuesday (July 21) at Jack’s Restaurant at 6:30 p.m. We’ll catch up and discuss our upcoming professional development seminar. See you there!

HYPE Mother's Day Event A Huge Success

2009-05-18T19:51:00.000-05:00

A very big “THANK YOU” goes out to our HYPE members who donated Mother’s Day gifs and craft supplies for our “Mom Shop” at Jane’s Lunchbox. Seventeen children from the Carver and Memorial Park areas were able to make homemade cards and “shop” for Mother’s Day at no cost. These kids may not otherwise have been able to give their mothers gifts, so this was a very special event. Another big “THANK YOU” is in order for our mayor, Jane Myron. She opened up her restaurant for the event and even baked cookies for everyone! We had a blast and are already looking forward to next year!

HYPE Mother's Day Event

2009-05-01T20:23:00.001-05:00

Join us Wednesday evening, May 6, at Jane’s Lunch Box at 5 p.m. for our Mother’s Day Event. Help make this Mother’s Day an extra special occasion for several area children. We’ll provide goodies for these special kids as gifts for their moms so they can show how much they care. You won’t want to miss this special opportunity. RSVP to hypejc@gmail.com.

April HYPE Get-together

2009-04-15T19:37:00.000-05:00

Join HYPE this Tuesday night for a get-together at the Tipton Street Pub in downtown Johnson City. We'll meet at 6:30 p.m. for some good food and friends. We'll also discuss our upcoming community service opportunities. Feel free to bring any new or gently used items that can be used in our Mother's Day service project for the Carver community. RSVP to HYPEjc@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!

March HYPE Meeting

2009-03-13T20:37:00.001-05:00

Celebrate St. Paddy's Day with us! Join us for corned beef and cabbage at Beef O'Brady's on Tuesday, March 17. We will celebrate St. Patrick's Day and discuss our upcoming community service opportunities for May. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. RSVP to HYPEjc@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!

February HYPE Meeting

2009-02-12T19:05:00.000-05:00

This month, Johnson City Mayor Jane M. Myron will join us as our special guest at Ruby Tuesday’s campus location. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17. If you or your friends have never been to a HYPE meeting, then make this your first!

Bring your friends and your questions. See you Tuesday night!

A New Year… A New Format…

2009-01-14T19:33:00.000-05:00

HYPE has an exciting new format for 2009. Regular dinner meetings will be held bimonthly in even-months-- February, April, June, August, October and December. These meetings will still be held on the third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

In the odd-numbered months— March, May, July, September and November, we hold “anti-meetings.” Here’s a preview of what’s to come:

March – Regional event
May – Great American Cleanup
July – July 4th Celebration
September – Project U$
November – Regional event

There’s never been a better time to get involved with HYPE! Make plans to attend our dinner meetings and don’t miss out on our anti-meetings.

January HYPE

2009-01-14T19:31:00.000-05:00

Celebrate America’s Democracy

This Month, HYPE encourages you to celebrate America and the democracy that makes her great. Catch the presidential inauguration on January 20 or attend the region’s local celebration at Russo’s Orleans. Cost is $20 per person.

Contact Adam Dickson at agd72678@aol.com for more information.

Regional YP Holiday Party

2008-12-04T21:38:00.002-05:00

Don't miss our regional young professional's holiday party on December 13 at 7 p.m. in Kingsport. The event will take place at the Kingsport Grocery and will feature live music by Clay Prewitt and the Sundowners. A suggested admission donation of $25 in toys, food, and/or canned goods will help local families in our area. For more information, visit http://kingsportknetic.com/event/regional-yp-holiday-party.

August HYPE meeting

2008-08-18T06:39:00.001-05:00

HYPE will hold our regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 19 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Freiberg's, 203 E. Main St., in downtown Johnson City. Freiberg's owners will be our special guests and discuss opening a business in Johnson City.

Project US!

2008-07-15T07:25:00.005-05:00

Making a difference through civic engagement

Mark your calendars and join HYPE on September 12 for our second annual professional development seminar
Project US: Making a difference through civic engagement

8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
King's Centre, Fourth Floor
Registration is $20 and includes breakfast and lunch

The seminar will address the role of young professionals in civic and political activities, and how this involvement impacts their career goals and quality of life in their community. Agenda includes a panel discussion, debate, and keynote address from Natalie Manor.

Contact Keisha Bratton at writer@johnsoncitytn.org for more information or visit hypejc.blogspot.com.
Register by Aug. 19 and receive $5 off.
To register send name, company, e-mail and phone number with cash or a check ($15 before Aug. 19 or $20 until the day of the event) to:

HYPE
P.O. Box 414
Jonesborough, TN 37659

July HYPE meeting

2008-07-15T07:23:00.000-05:00

HYPE will hold our regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 15 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Russo's, 300 E. Main St., in downtown Johnson City. Representatives from MountainSouth (World Trade Center) will be the special guests.

June Mixer

2008-06-16T06:31:00.000-05:00

Join HYPE for a summer mixer at Stir Fry Cafe in Johnson City. We'll be hanging out on Tuesday, June 17 at 6:30 p.m. on the patio. Stir Fry is located at 3020 Franklin Terrace Dr off State of Franklin Road.

May HYPE meeting

2008-05-14T14:49:00.001-05:00

HYPE will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Beef O'Brady's, 2913 Boones Creek Rd, Johnson City . James Watson, Corporate Director of Public Relations for Mountain States Health Alliance, will serve as this month's speaker.

April HYPE Meeting

2008-04-09T10:09:00.001-05:00

The Helping Young Professionals Excel networking group, HYPE, will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 15 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Russo's, 300 E Main St # 101 in downtown Johnson City. Kate Pierce of the Johnson City Development Authority will serve as this month's speaker.
For more information on HYPE, e-mail hypejc@gmail.com.

March Mixer--NEW NIGHT

2008-03-10T13:04:00.000-05:00

HYPE will host one of our new, quarterly mixers on MONDAY, March 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Bistro 105 in Jonesborough.

Join us for some good food and drinks, plus some great company. Bistro 105 is located at 105 E. Main St., Jonesborough.

February Meeting

2008-02-14T15:48:00.002-05:00

Check out this photo from the February meeting!! Thanks Jose!

HYPE will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 19 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Beef O'Brady's, 2913 Boones Creek Rd., Johnson City.
Special guest for the meeting will be Jose Castillo. Jose will discuss podcasting and other IT opportunities.

January Meeting

2008-01-07T11:21:00.000-05:00

Happy New Year from HYPE!

We'll be kicking off 2008 with a meeting at Russo's, 300 E Main St # 101, Johnson City. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 15 at 6:30 p.m. Michael Martin, training coordinator for Tennessee Small Business Development Center at ETSU, will be our speaker.

November HYPE meeting

2007-11-14T15:28:00.000-05:00

HYPE will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday,November 20 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take placeat Beef O'Brady's, 2913 Boones Creek Road. Ourguest speakers for the evening will be Shanna Myersand Matthew Trivett from Northwestern Mutual.

October Meeting

2007-10-11T12:32:00.000-05:00

HYPE will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 16 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Russo's, 300 East Main St. #101, in downtown Johnson City. Todd Smith from the City of Johnson City will be discussing the upcoming Tri-Cities Economic Summit.

September HYPE mixer

2007-09-12T08:21:00.000-05:00

HYPE will be hosting a mixer on Tuesday, September 18 at 6:30 p.m. Join us at Cafe Lola--1805 N Roan St, Johnson City-- for some good company, jazz and drink specials.

August HYPE meeting

2007-08-15T09:12:00.000-05:00

The August HYPE meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 21 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Crazy Tomato, 203 Princeton Rd, Johnson City.

Project U: Using your unique talents while remaining a true professional

2007-07-13T11:04:00.000-05:00

Join HYPE for our first-ever professional development seminar, "Project U."

The half-day seminar will consist of networking time, as well speakers and panel discussions with human resource executives, young entrepreneurs and established members of the Tri-Cities business community.

"Project U" will take place on August 3 at Picasso's, 400 Ashe Street, Johnson City. Breakfast and registration will begin at 8 a.m. with programs beginning at 8:45 a.m. Cost for the seminar will be $10 and will include breakfast and a full lunch. To register, please send your name, business name, title and phone number along with a check for $10 to:

HYPE

P.O. Box 414

Jonesborough, TN 37659

Please make checks payable to HYPE. For more information, e-mail hypejc@gmail.com.

July HYPE meeting

2007-07-11T15:37:00.001-05:00

The July HYPE meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 17 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Russo's, 300 E Main Street in downtown Johnson City.

June HYPE meeting

2007-06-13T12:10:00.000-05:00

HYPE will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 19 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Firehouse Restaurant, 627 West Walnut Street, Johnson City. Special guest will be Jeff Anderson, associate vice president for University Advancement and Planned Giving with East Tennessee State University. For more information, e-mail hypejc@gmail.com.

Who is this Johnson guy anyway?

2007-05-10T07:59:00.000-05:00

Ever wanted to find out more about Mr. Johnson or Johnson's Depot? Well, you should come to the next HYPE meeting then.

HYPE will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Russo's, 300 East Main Street in downtown Johnson City. Special guest Alan Bridwell from the City of Johnson City will conduct an informative presentation on "Johnson's Depot." All young professionals ages 20-45 are encouraged to attend. Be sure to tell your friends...and if you want to be added to our e-newsletter mailing list, please e-mail hypejc@gmail.com.

HYPE's got a blog...

2007-05-03T09:19:00.000-05:00

Hello all,
HYPE's moving to the Internet age with our very own blog. We'll be using this to keep you up to date on events and meetings. If you don't know what HYPE is here's a little overview.

HYPE stands for "Helping Young Professionals Excel."
HYPE is a networking group for young professionals in Johnson City, TN and surrounding areas. The main purpose of HYPE is to "Help Young Professionals Excel" in both their careers and their community. The group helps encourage young men and women ages 20-45 in their professional development through information, education, and empowerment.
It seems that the X and Y Generations want to take fresh and creative approaches to today's issues. HYPE is one vehicle to introduce today's young professionals to each other as well as acquaint them with civic/community happenings in the area.

FAQ About HYPE
Why was this group started?
The Tri-Cities region, specifically Johnson City, has a notable 25- 40 population. Something needed to be done to encourage those who call this region home.

Why should young professionals join?
It is positive for young professionals to get together and share ideas and hear their vision for the Tri-Cities region. By and large, young professionals in this area want to participate in the civic and political process, but they don't want to get stuck in bureaucracy. Hopefully, there are young professionals in Johnson City-Washington County who understand their commitment to the community and will allow HYPE to become that resource for networking and creative problem solving.

What are the short and long-term goals for HYPE?
Short-term goals: Expand membership,develop our by-laws, and identify those projects/events that appeal most to our demographic.
Long-term goals: To see HYPE become an organization that realizes its role and influence in community and economic development in Johnson City-Washington County, and the Tri-Cities region.

When does HYPE meet?
HYPE meets the third Tuesday of each month at various locations in Johnson City. Check back here or e-mail hypejc@gmail.com to be updated on upcoming meetings/events.

What about sponsorship?
Those interested in sponsorship of the group can also e-mail hypejc@gmail.com. HYPE is looking for partners/ sponsors for upcoming professional development events, as well as future marketing materials. Sponsorship is a great opportunity for companies in the Tri-Cities (and beyond) to appeal to young professionals, while increasing brand recognition.