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HELENA LEADERS NETWORK UPDATE
MEET HLN’S NEWEST LEADERS
The HLN executive committee meets monthly to plan events. Co-chairs Joe Mitchell, State Farm, and Kristen McLaughlin, Stockman Bank, are excited
to introduce the steering committee’s three newest members for 2021.
Amanda Bartsch
Account Associate, PayneWest Insurance Favorite dessert: German chocolate cake
What attracted you to HLN?
I was looking for ways
to become more involved within our community of Helena, while also optimizing career growth opportunities. The Helena Leadership Network has given me both!
Why are you excited to be a part of the HLN executive committee? I enjoy the sense of community I feel as I learn about different aspects of Helena, build connections amongst other young business professionals, and create ideas which members find engaging.
Erinn Donnell
Tourism Sales Manager, Visit Helena
Favorite dessert: Ice cream is my jam! Plain ol’ vanilla is fine or some Moose Tracks.
What attracted you to HLN? The prospect of meeting like-minded individuals and other young professionals in town. I love networking and meeting new people.
Why are you excited to be a part of the HLN executive committee? I am excited to share ideas, provide opportunities to engage our members and opportunities for professional development... and FUN!
McKinley Winkle
Helena WINS Director, Helena Area Chamber of Commerce Favorite dessert: Anything red velvet
What attracted you to HLN?
I love to make new connections
and be involved in my community.
Why are you excited to be a part of the HLN executive committee? HLN is a valuable resource for young professionals, and I want to be a part of planning and organizing events to bring people together on both a personal and professional level.
HLN: Let’s Step Back into the Light
As we begin to see the light at the
end of the pandemic tunnel, Helena Leaders Network (HLN), the Helena Area Chamber of Commerce’s young professional program, is ready to move back into that light.
HLN’s executive committee has worked to keep our area’s up-and-coming leaders virtually connected over the last year, including the recent “5K by St. Patty’s Day” event. Now this group of dedicated and energetic members is looking to launch face-to-face networking events.
“It’s been a tough year for a lot of people for a lot of reasons, and reconnecting with one another is something a lot of us need right now, both personally and professionally,” says Joe Mitchell, HLN co-chair. “I know people are ready to get out from under COVID-19’s shadow, and I think we can do that and still be safe and responsible about it.”
Fellow co-chair Kristen McLaughlin agrees. “We have talked about ways
to break events into smaller groups, keep our networking outdoors, and of course we will be encouraging participants to wear masks. We want people to feel comfortable and safe, and we want to provide opportunities to build relationships. I think we can do both.”
HLN’s 2021 in-person events will kick off in April with a golf social. Attendees will get golfing tips, lessons on scoring and golf etiquette and time to network over drinks and appetizers. Other opportunities in the works include HLN softball and professional development programs on effectively working from home and how managers can stay connected to and support their remote staff.
Join us on Facebook or Instagram to stay up to date on HLN happenings. If you are not yet a member and are interested becoming one, you have two options: Your place of employment can sponsor HLN and earn free memberships for you and
a few of your coworkers (depending on the level of sponsorship), or you can get an independent membership, which is $5 per month or $60
for the year. For more information, visit the HLN website at www.helenaleadersnetwork.com.
JOIN TODAY!
Individual memberships available for $60
or $5/month
Give us a call or visit us @ helenaleadersnetwork.com 406.442.4120
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VISION: Catalyst for growth; Convener of leaders and influencers; Champion for a thriving community. MISSION: Engaging and supporting businesses to facilitate economic growth and community prosperity.