United Way Emerging Leaders of Marathon County

United Way Emerging Leaders of Marathon County The next generation of professionals who want to make a difference in our community. CONNECT. SERVE. LEAD.

United Way Emerging Leaders is the next generation of professionals who want to make a difference in our community. Through deeper involvement, members gain insight and take action to improve the quality of life today and build the foundation for the work of tomorrow. Our members enjoy exclusive opportunities to network with key players and business leaders, volunteer for projects, and improve the

community we serve. More than 400 members enrich their lives and the lives of others through Connect, Serve and Lead opportunities. Our Vision: United Way Emerging Leaders of Marathon County seeks to spark and sustain young professionals to improve the community and themselves through connect, serve and lead opportunities. CONNECT
Emerging Leaders offers many opportunities to network with other members, community leaders and key business leaders. As a member you will receive invitations to Off the Record lunches, Back Stage Pass events and our signature Connect event – the annual Pop Up Dinner. SERVE
Through volunteer projects, members learn about local needs and do the hands-on work to make an impact. Teams of members do the research, plan the project and roll up their sleeves to get it done. Past projects include serving community meals, installing Born Learning Trails, reading/literacy activities in local kindergarten classrooms, and our signature projects – sMACk hunger AND say CHEESE and Career Closet. LEAD
There are many ways to increase your leadership skills as a member of Emerging Leaders. You can join a committee, chair a service project, or attend professional development events throughout the year. Our signature leadership development event is Ignite the Leader Within, held annually in the fall of the year.

Calling all talented Emerging Leaders! We have an opportunity to gain valuable experience by joining the Board of Direct...
09/10/2021

Calling all talented Emerging Leaders! We have an opportunity to gain valuable experience by joining the Board of Directors this October.

The Board of Directors sets and implements strategic goals for our organization. This group meets the third Thursday of every month at 4:30 p.m. Each new board member serves a 27-month term and is also asked to join one of three teams - Connect, Serve or Lead.

If you are interested in serving on the Board, please submit a letter of interest (no more than 500 words) by September 13 to Jennifer Porath at [email protected].

Time to get social! Join Jennifer Porath  for a Member Meet Up at Sconni's Alehouse and Eatery. This is an informal gath...
09/08/2021

Time to get social! Join Jennifer Porath for a Member Meet Up at Sconni's Alehouse and Eatery.

This is an informal gathering where young locals can get to know each other. Stop by and get dinner, play a game of pool or grab a beverage and mingle!

It's free to attend, but individuals can purchase their own food/beverage. Any questions, contact Jennifer directly at [email protected].

With rainy weather in the forecast, it's a great time to grab a book, get cozy and get reading! The next book club will ...
09/03/2021

With rainy weather in the forecast, it's a great time to grab a book, get cozy and get reading!

The next book club will take place at The Great Dane on Tuesday, October 12 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm. The selected reading is Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth.

Register for free here: https://bit.ly/elgrit

Want to be a part of a non-profit board?  Emerging Leaders has an opportunity to gain valuable experience by joining the...
08/23/2021

Want to be a part of a non-profit board? Emerging Leaders has an opportunity to gain valuable experience by joining the Board of Directors!

The Board of Directors sets and implement strategic goals for our organization. This group meets the third Thursday of every month at 4:30 p.m. Each new board member will begin their 27-month term in October, 2021 and is also asked to join one of three teams - Connect, Serve or Lead. If you are interested in serving on the Board, please submit a letter of interest (no more than 500 words) by September 13 to Jennifer Porath at [email protected].

Join Jennifer Porath for a September Member Meet Up at Sconni's!  The concept is simple, offer an informal gathering tha...
08/17/2021

Join Jennifer Porath for a September Member Meet Up at Sconni's! The concept is simple, offer an informal gathering that allows young locals to get to know each other. So stop by and get dinner, play a game of pool or grab your beverage of choice and mingle!

This is free to attend, but individuals can purchase their own food/beverage. Any questions, contact Jennifer directly at [email protected].

Grab Grit and get reading!  The next book club will take place at The Great Dane on Tuesday, October 12 from 5:30pm - 6:...
08/13/2021

Grab Grit and get reading! The next book club will take place at The Great Dane on Tuesday, October 12 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm.

The selected reading is Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth. Pick up your copy at your favorite local bookstore or online.

Register for free here: https://bit.ly/elgrit

Thank you to Jennifer and Cole for teaching us how to make tasty summer dishes during tonight's Cook to Connect!
08/03/2021

Thank you to Jennifer and Cole for teaching us how to make tasty summer dishes during tonight's Cook to Connect!

Members have a unique chance to be mentored by a knowledgeable United Way Retire United member! This new program will ta...
07/21/2021

Members have a unique chance to be mentored by a knowledgeable United Way Retire United member! This new program will take place September 2021 - September 2022. Complete your application by July 30 by clicking here: https://www.unitedwaymc.org/surveyel

Dinner time is near.  Wish you knew how to make summer pasta salad, pouch potatoes or bacon wrapped scallops? Socialize ...
07/19/2021

Dinner time is near. Wish you knew how to make summer pasta salad, pouch potatoes or bacon wrapped scallops? Socialize with members and learn how! Plus have a chance to win a $10 gift card to a local restaurant.
Register here: https://bit.ly/cooktoconnect

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!  A special thank you to all of our veterans.
07/04/2021

Have a safe and happy 4th of July! A special thank you to all of our veterans.

Address

705 S 24th Avenue, Ste 400B
Wausau, WI
54401

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17158482927

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United Way Emerging Leaders is the next generation of professionals who want to make a difference in our community. Through deeper involvement, members gain insight and take action to improve the quality of life today and build the foundation for the work of tomorrow. Our members enjoy exclusive opportunities to network with key players and business leaders, volunteer for projects, and improve the community we serve. More than 400 members enrich their lives and the lives of others through Connect, Serve and Lead opportunities. CONNECT Emerging Leaders offers many opportunities to network with other members, community leaders, and key business leaders. As a member you will receive invitations to Off the Record lunches, Back Stage Pass events and our signature Connect event – the annual Pop Up Dinner. SERVE Through volunteer projects, members learn about local needs and do the hands-on work to make an impact. Teams of members do the research, plan the project and roll up their sleeves to get it done. Past projects include serving community meals, installing Born Learning Trails, reading/literacy activities in local kindergarten classrooms, and our signature projects – Smack Hunger, Career Closet and Boots to Work. LEAD There are many ways to increase your leadership skills as a member of Emerging Leaders. You can join a committee, chair a service project, or attend professional development events throughout the year. Our signature leadership development event is Ignite the Leader Within, held annually in the fall of the year.