Awards and honors
On Wednesday, August 11, GenNext held its third annual volunteer recognition event. This exclusive, invite-only party recognized those who have participated in a GenNext service project over the past year.
Check out some photos of these awesome volunteers celebrating at Brennan’s.
This year, GenNext is on pace to complete over 2,500 volunteer hours and have over 500 young professionals volunteers. Both of these would be records for organization!
In attendance at the recognition event were sponsors Rodney Kinzinger from Deloitte and John Purcell from Monsanto. Both gave brief remarks about the importance of volunteering and the amazing United Way our community has. United Way president and CEO Gary Dollar was also on hand to thank volunteers for their commitment to the community. Click to learn more
Several GenNext members were selected to the St. Louis Business Journal’s 30 Under 30 class of 2010. Congratulations to Alicia Busse, Jon Franko, Raegan Johnson, Britni Nguyen and Adam Prest.
The award recognizes achievements by individuals under 30 who have achieved success beyond their years. The list includes entrepreneurs, young executives on the fast track and community leaders. Winners were chosen on their contributions to their industry as well as their work with local community organizations. GenNext volunteers and leaders consistently show up on the list year after year. Click to learn more
Four members of our steering committee were selected for the 2009 class of the St. Louis Business Journal’s 30 Under 30. They are:
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Paul Eisenstein, The Mission Continues
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Erin Fann, Anders Minkler & Diehl LLP
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Kevin Haar Jr., MorganStanley SmithBarney
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Katy Lachky, Fleishman-Hillard
Read more in July 10 issue of the Business Journal!
By Mark Pydynowski
GenNext is proud to have three members selected as part of the 2008 30 Under 30 class by the St. Louis Business Journal: steering committee member Billye Kennedy, member Chris LeBeau and founder David Gonzalez.
These three never cease to amaze me with their selfless dedication to the St. Louis community. Their love for helping others is in addition to being rock-star business leaders.
Fellow steering committee member SiSi Beltrán Martí and I were honored to be inducted last year.
“Being part of a 30 Under 30 class is a great honor, but also a fabulous way to meet new and interesting folks,” she says. “We’ve met some great people that are sure to be our friends for years!”
Many congratulations and welcome to the club. SiSi and I will teach you the secret handshake on July 17.
Read complete articles in the July 11 copy of the St. Louis Business Journal.
On Tuesday, June 10, the Community Service Public Relations Council (CSPRC) awarded Kate Kromann their Rookie of the Year Award. This prestigious award is given to a professional who has worked in the non-profit public relations field for less than two years and has shown outstanding qualities in the public relations field and demonstrated a creative approach to her job. Click to learn more