Abilene Young Professionals

03/26/2026

Join us next Thursday, April 2nd, for AYP After Five at the Zoo sponsored by Hendrick Health! Bring your family for an amazing night of food, fun, and prizes! Find more information at the link below or in our bio.

Registration: https://business.abilenechamber.com/events/details/04-02-26-ayp-after-five-sponsored-by-hendrick-health-6042

03/10/2026

Join us for the next ABIChat Luncheon!

Registration: https://business.growabilene.com/events/details/03-19-26-abichat-luncheon-sponsored-by-clear-fork-bank-6051

On March 19 at 11:30 AM, we’re bringing together a panel of experts to discuss one of the most exciting innovation projects connected to our region — the NEXTLab Nuclear Reactor initiative.

This conversation will explore how next-generation nuclear technology is being developed, what makes this project unique, and the potential impact it could have on energy innovation, research, and economic development in our region.

Location: Cedar Street Coffee & Venue
Date: March 19
Time: 11:30 AM

Hear directly from leaders involved in the project as they share insights, answer questions, and discuss what the future of advanced nuclear technology could mean for our community.

Seats are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot and join the conversation.

Register here or at the link in our bio!

03/10/2026

Abilene Young Professionals is getting ready for its next Book Club, and our next read is The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho! We’ll meet over a few weeks to dive into this great story.

Spots are limited—register now to secure yours before they're gone!

Registration is below or at the link in our bio: https://business.growabilene.com/events/details/ayp-book-club-the-alchemist-by-paulo-coelho-6050

02/09/2026

Preparations are underway for next month's Membership Bash, and we can't wait for to take the stage! Follow the link below or in our bio to register!

Register: https://business.growabilene.com/events/details/10th-annual-abilene-young-professional-membership-bash-6024

02/04/2026

We are very excited to host our 2026 Membership Bash on March 5th! The event will be from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., where we will have a Tailgate party with live music by Carson & The Contraband! Entry is free for AYP members and their plus one and $25 for prospective members. See you soon at The Backyard at TMI!

REGISTER HERE: https://business.growabilene.com/events/details/10th-annual-abilene-young-professional-membership-bash-6024

01/07/2026

AYP After Five sponsored by My Emergency Room 24/7 is tomorrow! Join us at for some great food, drinks, and golf! We will see you there!

01/05/2026

Please join us in congratulating this year's Top 20 Under 40 individuals in Abilene!

Janelle Benham, Abilene Zoological Society/Fox News
Liberty-Grace Bland, American Red Cross
Meredith Churchill, Condley and Company, LLP
Dillon Clark, Clark Nissan Abilene
Brad Evans, Enprotec / Hibbs & Todd
Victoria (Tori) Flores, First Financial Bank
Chris Ford, Hendrick Health
Kelly Gilgenbach, Passare (Directors Investment Group)
Katie Hahn, Paramount Abilene
Jack Hurd, J.D. Hurd Law, PLLC
Jerron Johnson, The Cabinet
Mac Mascorro, Chike Nutrition
Juan Nunez, Abilene Christian University & Summer Moon
Brent Partain, Bontke Brothers Construction Company
Kaitlin Richardson, City of Abilene
Ally Soat, U.S. Air Force
Michael Sullivan, Sylvan Learning of Abilene and Lubbock
Kellie Ulbricht, Abilene Police Department
Bubba Weckwerth, Whitten Real Estate / Vintage Marketplace
Jordan A. Ziemer, PH.D. - Abilene Independent School District

Learn more about this year's recipients here or at the link in our bio:
https://abilenechamber.com/programs/programs-at-a-glance/20-under-40-ayp

12/16/2025

Happy Holidays Abilene Young Professionals! Join us for our first After Five of 2026 on Thursday, January 8th at the . Hit some golf balls in their state-of-the-art golf simulators while enjoying some drinks, food, and networking. We hope to see you there! Thank you to our sponsor, My Emergency Room 24/7 .

Register here: https://business.growabilene.com/events/details/01-08-26-ayp-after-five-sponsored-by-my-emergency-room-24-7-urgent-care-5992

12/09/2025

Don't forget! The next AYP After Five sponsored by Hendrick Health is this Thursday. Join us for this family-friendly event with cookie decorating, Santa, hors d'oeuvres, and networking. We will see you there!

Registration: https://business.growabilene.com/events/details/12-11-25-ayp-after-five-sponsored-by-hendrick-health-5973

Our last AYP After Five for 2025 takes place NEXT WEEK! Join us for this family-friendly event sponsored by Hendrick Health, complete with Santa, food, cookie decorating and networking. We'll see you on Thursday, Dec. 11!

Register here: https://business.growabilene.com/events/details/12-11-25-ayp-after-five-sponsored-by-hendrick-health-5973

12/02/2025

Don't forget, our last ABIChat for 2025 is this Thursday! Tickets are going quick, so be sure to grab yours today!

Tickets: https://business.growabilene.com/events/details/12-04-25-abichat-luncheon-dyess-mission-with-john-nichols-5969

Join us for the next ABIChat Luncheon as John Nichols, USAF (Ret.), shares an inside look at Dyess’ mission and what it takes to execute operations on base. December 4th at 11:30 AM — you won’t want to miss it!

Tickets: http://business.growabilene.com/events/details/12-04-25-abichat-luncheon-dyess-mission-with-john-nichols-5969

12/01/2025

Our last AYP After Five for 2025 takes place NEXT WEEK! Join us for this family-friendly event sponsored by Hendrick Health, complete with Santa, food, cookie decorating and networking. We'll see you on Thursday, Dec. 11!

Register here: https://business.growabilene.com/events/details/12-11-25-ayp-after-five-sponsored-by-hendrick-health-5973