The Network for Springfield's Young Professionals

Exploring local spots is what our Living in SGF Series is all about. Thank you for hosting us Tie & Timber, and thank you @omb_bank, for being this year’s Presenting Annual Program Sponsor and @telcommcu for being the Presenting Sponsor of our Living in SGF Series! ☺️

There’s nothing like a room full of driven YP’s to launch a new year. 🙌 With 100+ members in attendance, our Annual New Year, New Leaders lunch reminds us just how strong this community. Thank you, @omb_bank, for being The Network’s Presenting Annual Program Sponsor!

In addition to announcing our 2026 Chair and Vice Chair, we’re thrilled to introduce seven incredible leaders joining The Network’s Leadership Council! Help us celebrate these YP's as they step into their new roles. 🎉

Starting 2026 w/ exciting news! We’re proud to announce Andy Peebles as Chair of The Network. A heartfelt thank you to our Past Chair, Callie Carroll-Swafford, for her incredible leadership, and congrats to our Vice Chair, Ryan Morris, as he steps into his role. 🎉

We wrapped up the year with curiosity & fun!🌟Our final Living in SGF event at @DiscoveryCenter letting members explore hands-on exhibits & learn what makes this nonprofit so unique. Thanks to all who joined and see you in 2026! 🙌 Special thanks to @DowntownSGF@ for Sponsoring!

Thank you Oasis Hotel for hosting The Network’s final Social of the year! Great vibes, great company, and an epic nacho + dessert bar 🤤 Shoutout to @OMBbank for being our 2025 Annual Presenting Program sponsor! 💙

Ever thought about joining a local board or commission? 👀 Our latest Civic Engagement event broke down how to get involved and why your voice matters. 🗣️ Huge thanks to @omb_bank and our panelists for inspiring action in our community! 💫

We wrapped up this year’s Local Leadership Series w/ a spotlight on Stephanie O’Connor. What a way to end! Her story is about passion, purpose, & making real impact in Springfield. 💥Thank you to our sponsors: Series Presenting @BigBroBigSis, & Annual Program Presenting @OMBbank.

It’s #BlackWalnutMonth 🌰From bold flavor to eco uses, Black Walnuts are an Ozarks gem. @BlackWalnuts in Stockton MO has led the way since 1946, shelling 15-20 million lbs a year w/ a mission of “Connecting People & Creating Memories with the Natural Goodness of Black Walnuts.”

What a way to wrap up the Get Outside Series!☀️ We had our final walk of the year, which was a reminder that fresh air (& great company) goes a long way. Thank you @dpzoo for being the Series Presenting Sponsor & @OMBbank for being the Presenting Annual Program Sponsor! 🧡

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New to The Network is a perfect upcoming event to reconnect with our mission & discover what makes us THE young professional group. You'll hear from our Leadership Sponsor, @SandlerTraining , & might even score some swag from our Series Presenting Sponsor, @TLCProperties!

This weather 😍 >>>> Thanks to everyone who made the hike yesterday! 💚 After two reschedules, your flexibility means so much. Huge shoutout to @dpzoo for sponsoring the Get Outside Series and @OMBbank for being The Network’s Annual Presenting Program Sponsor!

Network members crushed our 3rd Living in SGF event at the @historymuseum2! From scavenger hunts to trivia champs 🏆, we had 2 winning teams! Huge thanks to @DowntownSGF for Sponsoring the Series + @OMBbank for being our Annual Program Sponsor.

The Network’s Leadership Council wrapped up their final Roundtable lunch with the Chamber Board last week! 💬🤝 These events + our mentorship program = real investment in Springfield’s future leaders. 🌱💼

From tasty bites & refreshing drinks to mascot cameos & (more than a few 🤪) strikes on the lanes, the night was a great time! Thank you to our Annual Program Sponsor, @OMBbank, for supporting us & Andy B’s for both hosting us and being the Social Event Sponsor.

Register here: membership.thenetworkspringfield.com/eventcalendar/…

Join us next week for our Social at Andy B’s Bowling! 🎳 We’ve reserved the exclusive VIB area just for you! Registration is required. Thank you Andy B’s for sponsoring this event & hosting us, as well as @OMBbank for being this year’s Annual Program Sponsor. 🤩

Network members had the privilege of hearing from Jack Stack, CEO of @SRCHoldingsCorp. His insights on leadership, resilience & open-book management were unforgettable. 👩🏻‍💻 Recap coming soon! Thanks to @OMBbank & @BigBroBigSis for sponsoring! 💙💚

Explored two amazing community gems and uncovered some rich local history along the way! 🏛️✨ Big thanks to @OMBbank, Annual Program Sponsor, and the @DowntownSGF, Series Sponsor, for making it all possible! 🙌