Aspire Young Professionals of Greater Williamsburg

Aspire Young Professionals of Greater Williamsburg Opportunities for networking, professional development, and personal growth for Young Professionals

đź’š Last week, the ASPIRE Young Professionals hit the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation for a Trail Pick-Up. The weather ...
05/19/2026

đź’š Last week, the ASPIRE Young Professionals hit the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation for a Trail Pick-Up. The weather was perfect and we managed to collect a decent amount of litter.

🙌 ASPIRE is proud to help keep the trail beautiful and clean.

đź’šLast week the ASPIRE Young Professionals hosted a Professional Development Workshop featuring Lauren Woodfin of Chesape...
05/13/2026

đź’šLast week the ASPIRE Young Professionals hosted a Professional Development Workshop featuring Lauren Woodfin of Chesapeake Bank!

🙌Lauren spoke on the importance of managing “life-work” balance as a young professional. She shared practical tools and tips to help attendees manage stress, prevent burnout, and support both their mental and physical well-being.

🤝 We want to thank Lauren for speaking on such an important topic and for sharing her personal experiences with us. We also want to thank everyone who was able to attend and contribute to our workshop.

đź’šDid you know that the William & Mary School of Business offers a 10% scholarship for all Williamsburg Chamber and Aspi...
05/12/2026

đź’šDid you know that the William & Mary School of Business offers a 10% scholarship for all Williamsburg Chamber and Aspire Members for it's Part-Time MBA program?

The Part-Time MBA offers an evening format with nine specializations across finance, marketing, accounting, and business analytics, along with integrated coursework in AI and digital strategy that reflects today’s evolving business landscape.

Most students complete the program in about 2 years, and many earn promotions or step into new roles before graduation.

Classes are held in Miller Hall on William & Mary's Williamsburg campus.

A 10% scholarship and special admissions consideration is guaranteed for all Williamsburg Chamber and Aspire Members.

Have questions? Contact graduate admissions at [email protected] and visit ptmba.wm.edu to learn more.

‼️NEXT WEEK!‼️ 💚 Join ASPIRE Young Professionals on May 6 at noon for our upcoming Professional Development Workshop fea...
04/30/2026

‼️NEXT WEEK!‼️

💚 Join ASPIRE Young Professionals on May 6 at noon for our upcoming Professional Development Workshop featuring Lauren Woodfin of Chesapeake Bank! She’ll share valuable insights and practical strategies to help you successfully balance career growth and mental health.

👉 Managing your career while prioritizing mental well-being is an essential skill for young professionals. Maintaining that balance can help you navigate challenges more effectively, build resilience, and prevent burnout along the way.

✨ This workshop is designed to provide you with practical tools and actionable strategies to support both your personal well-being and long-term career success.

Space is limited, so don’t wait. Register now at: https://bit.ly/41Opwh5

đź’š Last week, the ASPIRE Young Professionals hosted our Fourth Annual ASPIRE Symposium, presented by William & Mary Schoo...
04/29/2026

đź’š Last week, the ASPIRE Young Professionals hosted our Fourth Annual ASPIRE Symposium, presented by William & Mary School of Business !

🙌 It was an incredible day filled with inspiring speakers, meaningful conversations, and valuable networking opportunities. We’d like to thank all of the young professionals who attended. We hope you left feeling empowered, informed, and inspired.

🤝 ASPIRE and the GWCC extend a special thank you to our keynote speaker, Christy Coleman, Executive Director of the Jamestown Settlement & American Revolution Museum at Yorktown . It was an honor to have her join us, and we are deeply grateful for the invaluable wisdom and insight she shared with our audience.

🤝 We’d also like to thank our breakout session speakers, Dr. Arturo Castellanos and Shontae Taylor of the Mason School, for leading important discussions on AI in the Workplace and Navigating Your Career Path. And a heartfelt thank you as well to our panelists, MBA candidates Mark Amendolara, Bianca Dorsey, and Tracy Frey, for sharing their experiences and perspectives.

💫 Of course, we want to sincerely thank the William & Mary Raymond A. Mason School of Business for once again serving as our presenting sponsor and helping make this year’s symposium such a success.

đź’š Join the ASPIRE Young Professionals on May 6 at noon for our upcoming Professional Development Workshop with Lauren Wo...
04/20/2026

💚 Join the ASPIRE Young Professionals on May 6 at noon for our upcoming Professional Development Workshop with Lauren Woodfin of Chesapeake Bank She’ll share insights and practical strategies to help you balance career growth and mental health.

👉 Balancing career growth while managing your mental health is an essential skill for young professionals. Prioritizing mental well-being better equips you to navigate challenges as they arise and helps prevent burnout.

✨ This workshop is designed to give you practical tools to maintain that balance and keep your career on the right track.

Space is limited, so don’t wait. Register now at: https://bit.ly/41Opwh5

💚 We are just ONE WEEK AWAY from the 2026 ASPIRE Symposium, presented by William & Mary School of Business !👉 There’s st...
04/15/2026

đź’š We are just ONE WEEK AWAY from the 2026 ASPIRE Symposium, presented by William & Mary School of Business !

👉 There’s still time to register for ASPIRE’s biggest event of the year! Join us to hear from this year’s incredible speakers, including a keynote address from Christy Coleman, Executive Director of Jamestown Settlement & American Revolution Museum at Yorktown . The event will also feature a Professional Panel of William & Mary MBA candidates: Mark Amendolara, Bianca Dorsey, and Tracey Frey.

✨ Mark Amendolara is a Part-Time MBA candidate at William & Mary and a U.S. Coast Guard naval aviator with over 2,500 flight hours on MH-65 helicopters and CN-235 aircraft. He brings extensive experience leading teams under pressure, solving complex operational challenges, and mentoring others toward their professional growth.

✨ Bianca Dorsey, a Maryland native, graduated from Spelman College with a B.A. in Political Science and Economics and is currently pursuing her MBA at William & Mary. She also serves as President of the Part-Time MBA Association, demonstrating her leadership and commitment to the student community.

✨ Tracey Frey is a Full-Time MBA candidate at William & Mary with a focus on business analytics and strategic leadership. She brings a diverse background in telecommunications and information systems and previously served as Executive Director of the Williamsburg Farmers Market, where she led initiatives connecting local producers, restaurants, and the community.

‼️ Seats are still available—don’t miss this opportunity to hear from inspiring speakers and connect with fellow young professionals.

đź”— Register now: https://bit.ly/4azUaif

💚 The ASPIRE Young Professionals are excited to announce a new breakout session speaker for this year’s Symposium, prese...
04/10/2026

💚 The ASPIRE Young Professionals are excited to announce a new breakout session speaker for this year’s Symposium, presented by William & Mary School of Business —Dr. Arturo Castellanos!

👉 Dr. Castellanos is an Assistant Professor of Operations and Information Systems Management at the Mason School of Business. His research focuses on business analytics, fintech, blockchain, systems analysis, and conceptual modeling, with publications in leading journals such as MIS Quarterly and Decision Support Systems. He will be leading the breakout session, “AI in the Workplace.”

🎓 He has taught courses in business analytics, data mining, big data, and prescriptive analytics. Dr. Castellanos holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems and Business Analytics from FIU, as well as degrees in telecommunications and engineering from the University of Navarra in Spain.

✍️ Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from Dr. Castellanos and other incredible speakers at this year’s Symposium. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities and register here: https://bit.ly/4azUaif

✨ The ASPIRE Young Professionals are excited to announce the next breakout session speaker for this year’s Symposium, pr...
03/27/2026

✨ The ASPIRE Young Professionals are excited to announce the next breakout session speaker for this year’s Symposium, presented by William & Mary School of Business — Shontae Taylor, Ph.D.!

👉 Shontae Taylor is the Director of Online Graduate Career Services at the Raymond A. Mason School of Business. Her breakout session, “Navigating Your Career Path,” will offer valuable insight for professionals looking to grow and advance in their careers.

đź’« Shontae brings a diverse background in academia, government, and the private sector. She previously served as the Associate Director of Graduate Career Advising & Education and as a marketing professor at Hampton University.

🙌 With a Ph.D. in Business Administration and a degree in Marketing, Shontae is passionate about career development and empowering diverse students to achieve their professional goals.

✍️ Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from Shontae Taylor and our other incredible speakers at this year’s Symposium. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities and register here: https://bit.ly/4azUaif

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Williamsburg, VA
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Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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