NextWave Network

04/10/2026

✨ THANK YOU ✨

Wow—what an amazing night at Thrive After Five! 🙌

Thank you to everyone who came out, showed up, and made it such a fun and inspiring evening. From the great conversations to the new connections (and all the laughs in between), this is exactly what community is all about 💙

A special shoutout to our incredible previous 31 Under 31 panelists for sharing your stories, experiences, and wisdom—you truly inspired us all! 👏🏼

A shoutout to Ben's Brew Station for letting us hang out and enjoy some drinks 👏🏼🎉

We’re so grateful to be part of a community that continues to support, uplift, and connect one another.

Already looking forward to the next one… 👀

03/24/2026

🚨 Reminder ⬇️

✨ Ready to mix, mingle, and get inspired? ✨

Join us for Thrive After Five on Tuesday, April 7th from 5–7 PM at Ben’s Brew Station in Yankton!

Grab a drink, make new connections, and hear from some incredible 31 Under 31 honorees as they share their journeys, lessons, and what it’s really like to grow as a young professional in our community.

💬 Real stories
🤝 Great networking
🎉 Fun vibes

Whether you’re looking to meet new people, spark fresh ideas, or just enjoy a great evening out—this is the place to be!

Tag a friend and we’ll see you there! 👇

02/26/2026

✨ Thank You for an Amazing Trivia Night! ✨

A huge thank‑you to everyone who joined us for NextWave Network’s Trivia Night at The Boat House!

We had such a great time connecting, laughing, and putting our trivia skills to the test.

Special shoutout to The Boat House - Yankton for hosting and keeping the energy high all evening—your space and staff made it a fantastic experience!

Whether you came to socialize, compete, or just enjoy a night out, we’re grateful you spent your evening with us. 💙🌊

We can’t wait to see you at the next NextWave Network event!

02/24/2026

Hey NextWave, see you tonight at trivia! Check out The Boat House - Yankton's clues below.

Tuesday Trivia!!

The special today will be our Bullseye burger with it being the last week of the Burger Showdown! Try it today!

Clue of the day: I can't wait for warmer weather so that Mrs. Clue Writer and I can rock on our front porch. It makes me nostalgic for a show I watched as a child that occasionally featured rocking chairs. We'll also quiz you on Fairy Tales and TV detectives. We have a question tonight about a secret agency, so tonight, show off your secret decoder ring. No wedding rings, please, but any other ring will do. After all, how your decoder ring operates would HAVE to be a secret right? Show it to your host for 10 bonus points at the end of round 2 before the Double Down Dare.

Don’t forget to bring cans! 5 points a can, 20 points max!

02/19/2026

🔔Remember: Trivia Night at The Boat House - Yankton on Tuesday, February 24th ! Hope to see a bunch of you there! 🎉

🧠✨ TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE BOAT HOUSE! ✨🧠

NextWave Network is joining the fun for one of the Boat House’s always-packed Trivia Nights — and we’ve got tables reserved just for you! 🙌🏼

Grab a drink, connect with great people, and put that random knowledge to good use. 🤓💡

👉 Pro tip: Check out The Boat House’s page before the event for special trivia clues!

Tag your trivia team and we’ll see you there! 🌊🎉

01/26/2026

🧠✨ TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE BOAT HOUSE! ✨🧠

NextWave Network is joining the fun for one of the Boat House’s always-packed Trivia Nights — and we’ve got tables reserved just for you! 🙌🏼

Grab a drink, connect with great people, and put that random knowledge to good use. 🤓💡

👉 Pro tip: Check out The Boat House’s page before the event for special trivia clues!

Tag your trivia team and we’ll see you there! 🌊🎉

12/13/2025

🎄 THANK YOU for Celebrating With Us! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to the NextWave Network Holiday Party at the Yankton Archery Center! 🩵

From pickleball matches to great conversations, snacks, and all the holiday cheer — you made the night such a success! Whether you jumped in to play, tried something new, or just came to connect and hang out, we loved having you there 🙌🏼

We’re so grateful for this amazing community and can’t wait to do it again soon. Until next time — happy holidays from NextWave Network! 🎄✨

12/08/2025

🌟 NextWave Member Spotlight! 🌟

Meet Lane Speirs, Assistant to the President for Strategic Initiatives at Mount Marty University!

When Lane isn’t helping drive big ideas on campus, you can find him enjoying the good life — hunting, fishing, golfing at Hillcrest Country Club, taking river walks with his family, or diving into his Doctoral program through the University of St. Mary. 🎓🏞️

Lane joined the NextWave Network after moving to Yankton, excited to help launch the group locally. His favorite part? Connecting with incredible people across so many industries — from banking and healthcare to tourism, agriculture, and more. It’s clear Yankton is a pretty special place to build a career and raise a family. 🤝

Drop 👋🏼 and say hello to Lane!! 🎉

12/08/2025

🚨 Reminder ⬇️ 🚨

🎄 You’re Invited to the NextWave Network Holiday Party! 🎉

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 9th at the Yankton Archery Center!!!

👉🏼 What’s happening?

• Pickleball & Archery- ALL skill levels welcome!
• Coaches on-site to help you learn or level up
• Chill vibes, great company, and holiday cheer

Whether you’re ready to play, try something new, or just hang out and connect, this is the night for YOU! 🙌🏼

🍴Bring a snack or appetizer to share and your favorite drink.

We would love to see you ALL there! 🩵

11/24/2025

🌟 NextWave Network Spotlight! 🌟

Say hello to Andi Martin — one of the awesome faces behind our NextWave community!

By day, Andi is a Manager at Williams & Company, P.C.… but outside the office? She’s all about golf days, volleyball games, outdoor walks, and quality time with her favorite people. ⛳🏐🌲💛

We asked Andi why she joined NextWave, and her answer is exactly why we love this group:
“I’ve loved meeting new people, connecting with other professionals, and learning more about what everyone does in the Yankton community. The events have been my favorite—seeing new faces show up and have a great time is the best!”

We’re so lucky to have your energy and enthusiasm in NextWave, Andi! 🙌✨

11/20/2025

🎄 You’re Invited to the NextWave Network Holiday Party! 🎉

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 9th at the Yankton Archery Center!!!

👉🏼 What’s happening?

• Pickleball & Archery- ALL skill levels welcome!
• Coaches on-site to help you learn or level up
• Chill vibes, great company, and holiday cheer

Whether you’re ready to play, try something new, or just hang out and connect, this is the night for YOU! 🙌🏼

🍴Bring a snack or appetizer to share and your favorite drink.

We would love to see you ALL there! 🩵

11/10/2025

🌟NextWave Network Spotlight: Lauren Heinrichs!🌟

Say hey to Lauren — our awesome Business Services Director at Yankton Thrive! When she’s not busy helping businesses grow, you can usually find her running, reading, or soaking up the sunshine at the lake. 🏃‍♀️📚☀️

Lauren jumped into NextWave to help kick off a young professionals group in Yankton — and it’s been such a fun and rewarding ride! 💥

She loves the connections made at our events and being part of the rockstar NextWave leadership team. 💪

We’re so lucky to have Lauren’s energy, ideas, and enthusiasm on our team! 🙌