Alliance of Emerging Professionals (AEP)

[metro]

I would like to introduce you to a new civic organization on the move that I am highly involved with. We are shaping the future leaders of OKC. For more info visit www.aepoklahoma.com . If you are interested in joining, please let me know or let the club know Steven N. had referred you to our organization.

Oklahoma City is known for its outstanding opportunities for small businesses. In addition, the community and culture of the city is attracting more and more people. Leaders are emerging and staking their claim during this formable time. One group of people that seem to constantly be overlooked is the "twentysomethings" age group. Members of this generation have just graduated college and are focused on beginning their careers and strengthening personal relationships. Most twentysomethings live in the shadows of their bosses and wait for their turn to impact this city. Now, the wait is over. Young Emerging Professionals is a humanitarian, volunteer organization whose mission is "to strengthen the fabric of our community through positively impacting the lives of those in need." The AEP vision is to see lives changed through faithful service to others.

AEP is founded on the belief that you are never too young to accomplish great things. The proof lies in the fact that this organization was created by twenty three year old Trevor Francis, CEO of Fiberhaus Consulting LLC and twenty two year old Rebecca Jordan, Director of Public Relations. These two individuals recognize that this time in a young person's life sets the foundation for establishing values, priorities and relationships.

The Mission:


The mission of the Alliance of Emerging Professionals is a humanitarian volunteer project created by twentysomethings to:


Lead by example- strengthening the fabric of the Greater Oklahoma City area by positively impacting the lives of those among us
Champion a cause- representing young professionals in order to make our voices heard
Cultivate a passion- embodying the spirit that underlies the dreams and ideas of young professionals to shape a better Oklahoma

The Alliance of Emerging Professionals is a newly formed organization that was created by twentysomethings, for twentysomethings. It is the place for young professionals to network as well as give back to our community.

Members of AEP have monthly meetings and participate in several community service projects. AEP plans to host an annual signature event, as well as fundraisers and networking events throughout the year.

AEP is looking for people interested in making the metro area a more attractive place for young people to live in work. It is a place where young professionals can become influential leaders and take ownership in our city

[Luke]

I sent an email via the "contact" link on the web page you listed. Sounds like a great organization. Thanks for the info.

[Patrick]

Hey metro, thanks for letting us know about this. I'll check it out myself!

[metro]

Yes, indeed. If you fall into the membership parameters, I strongly encourage you to attend our next general meeting. We have a membership board meeting tonight and I will let them know about the post. We will be the voice of our generation and help to reshape this city. I guarantee you will hear more about us in the coming weeks !!!

[Luke]

So, I missed a meeting tonight? Rats...

[metro]

No, not technically, it was more of a committee meeting and not a general meeting, we will have our next general meeting in about 2-3 weeks. Our last one was at Matt Hofmans bike warehouse, it was sweet. I'll keep you guys posted.

[Luke]

Great!

[metro]

The Alliance of Emerging Professionals welcomes you to the AEP North Pole Party! Details of the event are listed below and we hope to see everyone there!

AEP North Pole Party – Wednesday December 15th

7:00 Dinner at Museum Cafe (415 Couch Drive ~ Downtown Oklahoma City)

8:30 Ice Skating at the Downtown Ice Rink (Just a short walk from the Museum Cafe outside the Civic Center)

Bring a friend to learn about AEP and bring a scarf to enjoy skating under the stars. If you are interested, PM me for more info.

[floater]

Great idea, the AEP. If I was in town, I'd do the North Pole Party.

[Luke]

Oh, I'd love to go, but I attend church on Wednesday night... at 7:00.

I'll have to catch the next meeting.

[metro]

the party is tonight if you guys want to come, PM me for more info

[Patrick]

Me too Luke! I was also at church Wednesday night. metro, any uupdates from the event? Please keep us up to date on future events like this.

[Luke]

Yeah, let us know how it went.

[metro]

actually, i was unable to make it do to prior obligations, i hear it went well though. this is just a small event compared to what we will be doing in the new year. we will be having several large events including a signature event that we will be known by throughout the city, kind of like the arts council when they do Festival of the Arts and things like that. I'll keep you guy's updated on future events and meetings. you can always check our site which is progressing at www.aepoklahoma.com

[metro]

Join other young professionals at the new Downtown Library next Monday night for the first meeting in 2005! Our agenda features Downtown OKC President Dave Lopez speaking on "Vision 2005 and Young Professionals", a networking reception, and the introduction of the AEP "Class of 2005" membership application.

AEP is committed to giving back to the community, strengthening the fabric of Oklahoma City, and providing excellent networking, social, and educational opportunities for our members. Not to mention meeting new friends and having alot of fun!

Who: Twentysomethings with a passion for life and Oklahoma City
What: Monthly meeting
When: Monday, January 10th, 6:45-8pm
Where: New Downtown Library, 2nd Floor Friends Room
Cost: Free

**Afterwards we will be heading to the Bricktown Brewery - come join us! (Free parking)**


For more information visit www.aepoklahoma.com or call (405) 227 - 9037

[metro]

Young professionals sought

By Melissa Marchel
Business Writer

A newly formed organization for young professionals is seeking its first round of membership applicants.
The Alliance of Emerging Professionals is a networking and community service group aimed at the twenty-something set. The group formed in October and is looking to add to its ranks, said Trevor Francis, founder of the organization.

Francis said AEP has held about six meetings and grows in numbers after each session. He counted about 110 people on the group's roll sheet.

The group's formation was prompted by what Francis saw as a void for young professionals to get involved in their community.

"I wanted to get involved but didn't have a place," Francis, 23, said. "Our age group is overlooked by other organizations, so AEP is targeted for us."

Potential members must be gainfully employed or attending school or in an internship, and also must be in their 20s. Each AEP member will be part of a biannual class of members that will organize a community service project and attend leadership training together. Dues are $100 annually.

Dave Lopez, president of Downtown OKC, a non-profit business enhancement association, spoke to a group of more than 30 AEP members Monday about developments in downtown.

"I applaud you on your mission," Lopez said. "You're clearly the talent we can't lose in Oklahoma City."

AEP's next meeting will be at 7 p.m. Jan. 20 at the Montgomery, 500 W Main in downtown Oklahoma City.

[Patrick]

Hey metro....please continue to keep us up to date on these meetings. I'd like to try to start making them. Even if I can't though, I enjoy hearing reports from these meetings.

[Patrick]

Hey metro and Luke.....to aid in getting information out about these meetings, I'm going to stick this to the top of the page with our other ongoing threads. Please keep us up to date on future meetings and post reminders and locations.

[metro]

Yes I will, and if it is permissable I will give updates from our committee meetings if beneficial

[Patrick]

Treat this like mranderson's Dell thread...update it as much as you'd like!

[metro]

yes, i meant however permissable as from AEP's side, I dont want to leak any proprietary info, but thanks Patrick for the sticky and everything else

[Patrick]

No problem! I completely understand! Hey, I'm sure I'll see you at one of the meetings soon!

[metro]

If your a professional twentysomething, Save the Date:

On Thursday, January 20th, the Alliance of Emerging Professionals will gather for wine and cheese at downtown Oklahoma City's elite urban address - The Montgomery, 500 West Main.

The festivities begin at 7pm in the brand new Cosmopolitan Salon (facing Walker) on the ground level, where we will enjoy refreshments, music, FREE chair massages, and tours of the boutique custom residences that set the Montgomery apart. The evening will feature music from The Lee Rucker Jazz Trio. Lee Rucker, Director of the UCO Jazz Lab, is a respected and esteemed jazz musician and educator. He has toured with a host of musicians and bands regionally and nationally, and continues to bring some of the best jazz artists in the nation to Oklahoma in his capacity at the Jazz Lab.

Enjoy an evening meeting others your age and networking with emerging business, political, and community leaders!

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Meeting Details -

Who: Twentysomethings with a passion for life and Oklahoma City
What: Social reception
When: Thursday, January 20th, 7-8pm
Where: The Montgomery, 500 West Main, Downtown OKC http://www.themontgomeryokc.com

Cost: Free

[metro]

For all of those who didnt make it really missed out. Luke did you make it? Anyhow, it was a great night. There was an opening reception in the soon to be salon area of the Montgomery with free hors' de voures, cheese and wine and other drinks as well as a jazz band playing in the background. There were also free massages in the spa area. It was a semi-informal night when alot of networking, mingling and tours of the building as well as very nice giveaways throughout the night. I must say the building is alot bigger and nicer than it appears from first glance outside. The restaurant is about 3 times bigger than I was speculating. Bids are still up for who will fill the space. There will be a mens suit store, a coffee shop and other things but I forgot. The basement is huge and currently houses a fitness center and soon a ballroom and yet to be decided other venture. There is already a gift shop open on the second floor. 24 hour limo and conceirge service.

As far as the units go, I know there was alot of discussion in another thread questioning the quality. I must say they are well worth the price. They are much better than I thought and definetely better than the photographs online. I consider moving in myself. I talked to one gentleman resident who was from New York and loves the building and the new OKC. I definetely encourage you all to check out the Montgomery and join the AEP if you are a twentysomething leader in the community.

[Luke]

metro, thanks for inquiring. I would have absolutely loved to have gone, but I lead a church small group Thursday nights.

Glad you had a great time. The Montgomery is a great place, huh? OKC can definitely be proud of it.