Young Professionals Of Sumter

10/15/2025

10/03/2025

💡Proof that Sumter’s future is BRIGHT! 💡

09/01/2025

🌟 Voting is NOW OPEN for Sumter’s Top 10 Under 40! 🌟

Vote Here ➡️ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NDPXR7C

It’s time to celebrate the incredible young professionals shaping the future of our community. From entrepreneurs and educators to leaders and creatives, these rising stars deserve the spotlight ✨

📅 Illuminate 2025: Shining the Spotlight on Young Talent
🗓 Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 6–9 PM
📍 Wagon Trail at Durant Farms
🎶 Featuring live music by Chappel Court, plus dinner, drinks & plenty of inspiration!

🗳 Cast your vote today ➡️ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NDPXR7C

📌 Voting ends September 5th – don’t miss your chance to help spotlight Sumter’s best & brightest!

🎟 Tickets must be purchased in advance – no sales at the door! -->https://sumterchamber.com/event-detail?e=eepnahF5ywhF1CGe4gprkA2

06/11/2025

Attention Yo Pros!

Tomorrow’s originally scheduled social at Shaw AFB has been RESCHEDULED for August 7th!

We will still have a June social, on Wednesday the 25th at 7 pm at the Sumter Original Brewery for trivia!

06/09/2025

🌟It's New Member Monday! Meet our new YPS member, Mckenzie Rawls! 🌟

🏠What's your hometown? Sumter, SC

👩‍💼What's your current occupation? Social Worker

💬Describe yourself in 3 words: Passionate, Driven, & Dependable

🛍️✈️Name 2 of your favorite hobbies: Shopping and Traveling

🍽️If you could have lunch with anyone, who would it be? My younger self so that she could see everything she’s overcome and how strong she truly is and that life truly does get better & to never stop chasing your dreams.

🎤Front row at a concert--who are you seeing?: Justin Bieber. I would sell a kidney to see him.

🎬What reality TV show would you be on?: Jersey Shore

🥳Help us welcome Mckenzie by leaving her a message in the comments below!

06/09/2025

🌟It's New Member Monday! Meet our new YPS member, April Burns!🌟

🏠What's your hometown? Sumter, SC

👩‍💼What's your current occupation? Executive Director at The Gardens at Sumter

💬Describe yourself in 3 words: Dedicated, Leader, Driven

📖✍️Name 2 of your favorite hobbies: Reading, Writing

🎬What's your most re-watchable movie? Pee-Wee's Big Adventure

🎤Concert of your choice, who are you seeing? Eminem

🍽️If you could have lunch with anyone, who would it be? : My Sister, She passed before I was born and I would love more than anything to meet and have lunch with her.

🥳Help us welcome April by leaving her a message in the comments below!

06/09/2025

🌟It's New Member Monday! Meet our new YPS member, Datra Richardson! 🌟

🏠What's your hometown? Sumter, SC

👩🏾‍💼What's your current occupation? I’m currently a Sales Manager at an aThe Gardens at Sumter, an assisted living community and memory care community, where I specialize in helping families find the right support and care for their loved ones. I’m also the founder of A & D Natural Essentials, a holistic brand focused on transforming daily routines into life-changing self-care experiences through natural skincare and wellness products.

💬Describe yourself in 3 words: Compassionate, Driven, Visionary

📓Name 2 of your favorite hobbies: I love creating natural skincare products and journaling for self-reflection and spiritual growth.

🍽️If you could have lunch with anyone, who would it be? It would be my grandmother, Rebecca Pearson, who passed away when I was just 5 years old. I’d give anything for one more conversation with her.

🎤Front row at a concert--who are you seeing? : Without a doubt Michael Jackson! His talent and energy were legendary.

🎬Most rewatchable movie? : Dr. Dolittle is my most rewatchable movie because the main character Eddie Murphy has a unique ability to talk to and understand animals. Even when others think he's crazy, he holds on to his faith and determination to save the population of animals. His unwavering belief in his mission resonates with me, reminding me to trust in myself and my purpose, no matter how impossible things may seem.

🥳Help us welcome Datra by leaving her a message in the comments below!

05/28/2025

Join us for an exciting evening of axe throwing at Wild Weasel Axe Throwing—one of our most adventurous socials of the year!

To attend, you must register for base access by June 5th.
Please complete the base access form here: https://form.jotform.com/carolinalakesgc/base-access-form

This event is for active members of the Young Professionals of Sumter. If you are interested in joining, please visit www.ypsumter.org or reach out with any questions!

05/15/2025

We had an amazing time at Monday’s member orientation! 🎉

Huge thanks to SAFE Federal Credit Union for hosting us. It was a great opportunity to share our vision, discuss member expectations, and gather valuable feedback. 🤝

Thank you to everyone who joined us and is dedicated to making Young Professionals the best it can be! 🌟 Your commitment and energy make all the difference. 🙌

02/25/2025

🌟 A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsor! 🌟

We’re excited to have as a proud sponsor of the 2025 SHAW Night Auction! Their commitment to empowering young leaders and fostering growth in our community is truly inspiring. We’re grateful for their support in making this event a success!

Let’s show them some love—follow to support their mission!

02/16/2025

🏆 Young Professional of the Year – Nominations Now Open!
Sponsored by SAFE Federal Credit Union

Do you know a rising star in Sumter’s business community? The Young Professional of the Year Award recognizes a driven, innovative, and community-focused young leader making a significant impact.

Nominate a standout young professional who is shaping the future of Sumter! 🌟

📅 Nomination Deadline: February 27, 2025
🔗 Submit Your Nomination: SumterChamber.com/2025AnnualGala
🏆 Award presented at the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala on April 3, 2025