The Young Professionals of Jasper County elected Danielle Rogers, Natalie Umsted and Nathan Unsworth as their new officers for 2015 at their January membership meeting.
“Installing new officers is a great way for the YPJC to start 2015,” said Kristin Titus, outgoing president for the YPJC. “Danielle, Natalie and Nathan excel in leadership, community involvement and professionalism. They will work well with one another and with our members to continue to provide events and social gatherings for the young professionals in our community.”
Rogers will serve as the organization’s president. Rogers works for The Vernon Company as Communication & Training Coordinator. She’s also active as a board member of the Newton Main Street Partnership, and is a member of the City of Newton’s Planning & Zoning Commission, the Drake University Central Iowa Young Alumni Committee and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa — Jasper County.
Umsted will serve as the organization’s vice-president. Umsted is the Management Analyst for the City of Newton. She’s also active as a board member of the Centre for Arts and Artists, an ambassador for the Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the International City/County Management Association and the Iowa City/County Management Association.
Unsworth will serve as the organization’s secretary/treasurer. Unsworth is the city of Newton’s Administrative Park Superintendent. He’s also active in Project AWAKE, Jasper County Pheasants Forever, Newton Convention & Visitor Bureau Board and the Newton Wellness Coalition.
“We’ve all been members of YPJC for several years and are excited to take an active leadership role in the future of the organization,” Rogers said. “We hope to continue to provide the same great community and social events that YPJC is known for while also introducing new and exciting networking and professional development events.”
The Young Professionals of Jasper County serve as an impulse to spur personal and community growth through networking, community outreach, and social events. Currently, YPJC hosts two annual community events (Thanks with Franks and the Court House Lighting Chili Cook-Off) as well as a variety of social and business networking events.