Berkshire Young Professional's Launch Membership Card at Jae's Spice
PITTSFIELD, Mass. – Berkshire Young Professionals (BYP), a program of the Berkshire Chamber of Commerce, will host a networking social at Jae’s Spice on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.The event is free and open to all young professionals living and/or working in Berkshire County. During the event, the Berkshire Young Professionals will unveil their new BYP Membership Card, which is sponsored by Legacy Banks.
Attendees will have an opportunity to network with young professionals from across the County while enjoying complementary hors d’ oeuvres and a cash bar.
The new BYP Membership Card program is a great way for young professionals who live and work in Berkshire County to attend BYP events for a FREE or reduced rate.
“With more than 900 young professionals in our network, we believe that the BYP Membership Card will continue to connect young professionals for business, friendship, and community. We are thrilled to have the support of Legacy Banks as a sponsor of this program, and we hope other area businesses will join us in this initiative,” said Jessie Virgilio, chair of the Berkshire Young Professionals steering committee.
As members of the Berkshire Chamber of Commerce, businesses have been invited to participate by offering a discount or special offer to BYP cardholders.
“The BYP Membership Card will not only provide value for young professionals but also encourages cardholders to patronize our local businesses,” stated Michael Supranowicz, President and CEO of the Berkshire Chamber of Commerce. “At the Chamber, we recognize the importance of supporting our members through new and innovative initiatives. This program is a unique opportunity to connect individuals ages 21-40 to our Berkshires business community.”
Businesses interested in participating in the BYP Membership Card must be a Berkshire Chamber of Commerce member in good standing. For details, businesses may contact Christina Barrett at (413) 499-4000 x15 or cbarrett@berkshirechamber.com.
The May 27th networking event is open to young professionals who live or work in Berkshire County and registration is required. To register, please call (413) 499-4000, extension 26, email choyt@berkshirechamber.com, or register online at www.berkshirechamber.com.
Berkshire young professionals’ events are hosted at popular venues throughout Berkshire County to foster networking opportunities for young professionals to build their careers, friendships, and enrich the community. For more information on BYP, visit www.berkshirechamber.com/byp.
The Berkshire Chamber of Commerce is a proud recipient of a U.S. Chamber 4-Star Accreditation.
