EPIC - Emerging Professionals in Columbia

EPIC - Emerging Professionals in Columbia As a division of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, EPIC is a space for emerging professionals to network and grow.

There's still time to join us tonight from 4:30-6:30 pm at our Summer Mixer at the A-Frame at Les Bourgeois Vineyards: 1...
06/02/2026

There's still time to join us tonight from 4:30-6:30 pm at our Summer Mixer at the A-Frame at Les Bourgeois Vineyards: 14020 W. Hwy BB Rocheport, MO 65279.

This will be our last event of the program year, so invite your friends and come start your summer off right! You can sign up at the link here: https://business.comochamber.com/events/details/epic-summer-mixer-2026-12487 or just show up. Entry will be $10 at the door if you do not register in advance.

Looking forward to seeing everybody there!

Looking for a cool activity to kick off your summer? Look no further! On Tuesday, June 2, EPIC is hosting our summer mix...
05/19/2026

Looking for a cool activity to kick off your summer? Look no further! On Tuesday, June 2, EPIC is hosting our summer mixer at the A-Frame at the Blufftop at Rocheport. The event will be from 4:30-6:30 pm.

Bring your friends and come experience one of the coolest locations in mid-Missouri! It will be a great evening of networking, laughing, and hanging out with friends. Drinks and food will be provided.

We're looking forward to seeing you there!

You can register here: https://business.comochamber.com/events/details/epic-summer-mixer-2026-12487

There's still time to join us for one of EPIC's coolest events of the year! Tomorrow, May 13th, we are hosting a panel o...
05/12/2026

There's still time to join us for one of EPIC's coolest events of the year! Tomorrow, May 13th, we are hosting a panel of c-suite executives at MSHSAA for a conversation on navigating your professional life. The doors open at 5:00 and the panel starts at 5:30. Light appetizers and drinks will be provided.

You can still register here: https://business.comochamber.com/events/details/epic-c-suite-panel-2026-12346

Our panelists include:
Jill Schlude, Chief of Police for the City of Columbia
Talia Jackson, CEO, Heart of Missouri United Way
Blair DeBord, Executive Athletics Director, Mizzou Athletics

A huge thank you to our EPIC Division Sponsor: First Midwest Bank

One of EPIC's coolest events of the year is approaching fast! We are hosting a panel event of c-suite executives on Wedn...
04/28/2026

One of EPIC's coolest events of the year is approaching fast! We are hosting a panel event of c-suite executives on Wednesday, May 13th from 5:00-7:00 pm.

Our panelists:
Jill Schlude - Chief of Police, City of Columbia
Talia Jackson - CEO, Heart of Missouri United Way
Blair DeBord - Executive Athletics Director/ Chief Revenue Officer - Mizzou Athletics

Our panelists will talk about how they have achieved success in their chosen fields, what they have learned on their professional paths, and give advice to others looking to emulate their professional journeys.

Doors will open at MSHSAA at 5 pm, with light food and drinks available, and the panel will start at 5:30 pm.

You can register at the link here: https://business.comochamber.com/events/details/epic-c-suite-panel-2026-12346

Looking forward to seeing everyone for a great evening!

Want to acknowledge the tremendous work a fellow EPIC member is doing in the community? Nominate them for the Emerging P...
04/20/2026

Want to acknowledge the tremendous work a fellow EPIC member is doing in the community? Nominate them for the Emerging Professional of the Year Award! Nominations are now open on our website: www.epic.comochamber.com.

The only requirements are that the nominee is an active member of EPIC and they're employed by a Chamber member.

The EPOTY award will be given out at the Chamber's Annual Celebration on June 11, 2026.

Calling all EPIC members, mentors, mentees, and friends, EPIC will be hosting our Spring Mixer on April 23! We will be h...
04/06/2026

Calling all EPIC members, mentors, mentees, and friends, EPIC will be hosting our Spring Mixer on April 23! We will be hanging out at the The Atrium on Tenth from 4:30-6:00 pm, meeting new friends and re-connecting with old ones. This mixer is extra special as we will also be celebrating the end of mentorship for the program year!

Eclipse Catering and Events will be providing delicious food for us, as if you needed any other reasons to come out. Invite your friends, your friends friends, and anyone else you think would enjoy a great time!

Thank you to our sponsors for this event:
Presenting Sponsor: Solventum
Division Sponsor: First Midwest Bank
Location Sponsor: The Atrium on Tenth
Food Sponsor: Eclipse Catering

You can learn more and register here: https://business.comochamber.com/events/details/epic-spring-mixer-2026-12345

Two weeks ago, EPIC got out into the community and had an incredible time volunteering at Hero Day at Cedar Ridge Elemen...
04/01/2026

Two weeks ago, EPIC got out into the community and had an incredible time volunteering at Hero Day at Cedar Ridge Elementary! 🎉

Our EPIC participants loved connecting with students, sharing about their lives, and being inspired by the young minds being nurtured in our public schools. Thank you to Cedar Ridge Elementary for allowing us to be part of such a meaningful day. We’re proud to support and engage with the next generation of leaders right here in our community!

There is still time to join us tomorrow as a walk in! Join us for our EPIC Professional Development Lunch at Boone Healt...
03/10/2026

There is still time to join us tomorrow as a walk in!
Join us for our EPIC Professional Development Lunch at Boone Health on Wednesday, March 11th | 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Your Body Is Your Asset: A Modern Professional Health’s Playbook
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Arminta Phelps, owner of Achieve Balance Chiropractic, as she shares the power of chiropractic care and proactive wellness for today’s busy professionals.
Dr. Phelps launched Achieve Balance with a mission to help individuals achieve optimal health through expert care and education. A graduate of University of Missouri–Columbia and Palmer College of Chiropractic-Davenport (the Fountainhead of Chiropractic), she has been recognized with the Sherman Brown Award and the prestigious ATHENA International Award in 2025.
Through advanced techniques and modern technology, Dr. Phelps and her team are redefining what it means to prioritize your health while building your career.

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