Young Professionals Group to Announce Leadership Awards Finalists September 7

Lincoln Young Professionals Group (LincolnYPG.com) is set to announce finalists of seven new awards to recognize and honor individuals under age 40 making outstanding contributions to the community. Nominations for the New Young Lincoln Leaders Awards (YLLA) closed August 24. Finalists in each category will be announced on September 7 and awarded at a September 24 event during Lincoln’s annual Young Professionals Week.
“Young leaders are Lincoln’s future,” said Wendy Birdsall, president of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce. “This is an opportunity to recognize their incredible contributions in growing our city and making it a desirable place to live and work.”

Individuals were nominated for YLLA in five categories, including Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Young Nonprofit Leader of the Year, and Young Citizens Award. Businesses and organizations will also be recognized in two categories –Next Generation Workplace and Diversity and Inclusion. An external nominating committee of seven leaders in business, nonprofits, public service, and education, has been assembled to evaluate and select the finalists in each of the seven categories.

The Lincoln Young Professionals Group is dedicated to empowering young professionals with educational, leadership, and networking opportunities. With more than 2,000 members, the Lincoln Young Professionals Group is one of the largest in the country. To learn more or join, visit LincolnYPG.com.