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Officers Orientation
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Orientation Agenda
YPG Overview
Organizational structure
Officer responsibilities
YPG activities
Meetings (Executive Committee and General Membership)
Mission Statement, Vision, and Values
Fundraising
Nonprofit development
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5. BEDC Young Professionals Group
The BEDC Young Professionals Group (YPG) targets 40 and under in Eagle Pass and the Region.
The YPG will help RETAIN local talent.
This group will meet monthly provide networking opportunities for its members.
YPG members will be provided the opportunity to advocate for issues that impact working professionals and are inline with the overall goals and objectives of the Eagle Pass BEDC.
YPG will fall under the BEDC Labor Workforce & Training and Executive Labor Mentoring Sub-Committee.

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YPG Officers
President
Executive Vice-President
Outreach Chairs (10)
Members
Advisors
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7. YPG Cabinet Organizational Chart
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Leadership
You are the link
Everyone is vital
Be Active
Innovative Ideas
Team player
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9. YPG Officer responsibilities
Draft and approve organizational bylaws and articles or corporation.
Set executive committee monthly meeting.
Set monthly general membership meetings and receptions.
Assist in membership recruitment.
Approve operating budget, assist in fundraising, maintain financial stewardship of organization.
Assist in program development.
Be active.

10. YPG Responsibilities
President – Provide overall leadership for the YPG, conduct Key 3 monthly meetings, preside over executive committee meetings and general meetings.
Executive Vice-Presidents – Provide support to the YPG President, provide leadership to assigned Outreach Chairs.
Outreach Chairs – Provide support to the Executive Vice-Presidents, conduct official outreach on behalf of the YPG to your assigned focus area in support of fundraising, program, membership, and civic engagement. Additionally, recruit general members to join your sub-committee.
General Members – Serve on a YPG sub-committee and support the overall mission, vision, and values of the YPG.

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YPG Activities
Leadership
Fundraising
Membership Recruitment & Monthly Networking Opportunities
Program Planning
Advocacy (local, regional, Austin, Washington, DC)
Career and Industry Exposure
Civic Engagement & Community Service
Mentoring Opportunities – Senior Executive, Peer to Peer and Youth Mentoring
Professional and Career Development
Recognition
Support BEDC Activities, Initiatives, and Programs
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Meetings
Key 3 Meetings (President & Executive Vice-Presidents)
Executive Committee Meetings – monthly
YPG General Meetings & Receptions – monthly
Annual Business Meeting
Annual Recognition Gala
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The Why?
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15. YPG Mission Statement Example
“The Eagle Pass BEDC Young Professionals Group will focus its efforts and resources to educate and develop young professionals by providing networking, career development and volunteer opportunities.”
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YPG Values Example
“Our vision is to enhance the vitality of the Eagle Pass region by creating a strong community of young professionals.”
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17. YPG Vision Statement Example
As the premiere young professional organization in Eagle Pass, the BEDC YPG embraces a culture of excellence, integrity, and growth as the central foundation of our identity.  We are committed to the following values:
Leadership
Diversity
Connections
Community
Development
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18. Funding the YPG Work smart. Remember we’re all busy.
Everyone must be involved.
Timing is key.
Look at what other organizations are doing and use Best Practices.
Be unique and innovative.
Avoid draining the well. Be calculated and strategic in your ask.
Work within your budget. Remember we have to be good stewards of the money!

19. Types of fundraising Membership fee
Partnership fee. Ask and annual giving campaigns.
Grants and foundations
Special events – galas, breakfast, luncheons, and dinners (strong committees are the key to the event success).
Sponsors
Recognize the heck of our your supporters!

20. Nonprofit development
Articles of corporation and Bylaws
Apply for EIN number through IRS
Register through Texas Secretary of State
Open checking account with two signers
Protect YPG brand
Maintain meeting minutes
Approve operational budget
Launch website and social media sites