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As we wrap up this season and look ahead to the next, we're excited about hosting speakers who introduce unique perspectives and new ideas to our members.
Stay tuned for more details on what's coming this fall, and find this full discussion here: https://t.co/IF7vwA7nLX
Word of the Day: Enlightening 💡
We asked attendees at our most recent luncheon to describe Prof. Donald J. Boudreaux's talk in one word, and this reaction kept coming up.
Thank you to All Seasons American Service Animals Co-founder and CEO Maureen Clipperton for sharing her perspective as an entrepreneur and the inspiration behind her impactful work at a memorable Young Professional Club Happy Hour.
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Our most recent YPC speaker has harnessed her skills, experience and passions into a business that empowers others and changes lives — four paws at a time. 🐾
We're grateful to him for sharing his thoughts in an engaging presentation.
Thank you to our members and sponsors for helping us facilitate these conversations for another wonderful season.
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Register today to learn more about her entrepreneurial journey at our next YPC event on May 13.
https://t.co/zzoQPwS14j
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There's still time to join us for our next Young Professional Club Happy Hour! ⌛
All Seasons American Service Animals Co-founder and CEO Maureen Clipperton will offer a memorable discussion about the results she — and her wonderful dogs — achieve for the Veterans they serve.
Save yourself a seat at our final luncheon of the season. 🍽️
Professor Donald J. Boudreaux of @GeorgeMasonU has focused his work on economics, antitrust law and international trade — and you won't want to miss his insights on these timely, developing topics.
Prof. Boudreaux's work covers a wide variety of topics, including antitrust law, economics and international trade, and we're thrilled to host an engaging discussion with him.
Sign up today to join the conversation: https://t.co/rQ1eqrQm9F
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Make sure our final luncheon of the season is on your calendar! ✅
We're excited to welcome Donald J. Boudreaux, a professor of economics at @GeorgeMasonU, as our next speaker on May 11.
She'll be discussing her entrepreneurship journey and the power behind her mission to support Veterans living with PTSD & traumatic brain injury.
And, we'll have some four-legged friends in attendance! 👀
Sign up today: https://t.co/zzoQPwS14j
Exciting things happen when entrepreneurship meets service — especially when the process includes a wagging tail. 🐾
All Seasons American Service Animals Co-founder and CEO Maureen Clipperton will share her story at our next YPC Happy Hour.
We're grateful to Dr. Pangestu for sharing her insights on trade and economic development with our members, and to @bloisolson for moderating this memorable discussion.
Find the full conversation here: https://t.co/5XAe0TU3jc
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"Open trade is not merely good economics. It is essential to peace, prosperity and shared opportunity."
ECOM was honored to recognize Dr. @Mari_Pangestu with the Bill Frenzel Champion of Free Trade Award at our most recent luncheon.
View this timely conversation between @CHSInc President and CEO Jay Debertin, @CoBank CEO Thomas Halverson and moderator Jeanne Crain, retired President and CEO of Bremer Financial Corp:
https://t.co/He2k7yD0Ij
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The U.S. agricultural sector faces real challenges amid new trade policies & shifting international relations.
Our March 2026 luncheon speakers argue that maintaining our historic presence as innovators in this space will require informed, consistent policy & smart investments.