The Education Foundation of Palm Beach County is the nexus of Palm Beach County public-school system, the private sector, and the community. The Education Foundation facilitates student achievement by supporting high-quality public education through partnerships, grants, events, and public awareness.

No matter what your profession, sharing your passion of supporting future leaders and educators with like-minded young professionals gives you the opportunity to trade ideas, solve problems and get inspiration that will only help the greater good of Palm Beach County. 

There is strength in numbers! Going offline and meeting in person gives you the opportunity to congregate with like-minded professionals, share ideas, build your network and become part of a professional community.

When you join a professional group, the opportunities to lead are limitless. Are you great at marketing? Lead your group’s outreach efforts. Plus, you can take your newfound leadership skills into your workplace. Share what you’ve learned with your managers, so they can see your leadership potential. 

Maybe your profession is engineering, but you love event planning. Or maybe you are interested in growing your managerial skills. Joining a professional group gives you the opportunity to learn from your peers. Take advantage of classes and activities the group offers to grow your knowledge. 

In your college days, maybe you were in a sorority or student council president. Now, it can be hard to find those resume-building opportunities. Participating in a young professional’s group can be an impressive addition to your resume. It shows an interest in volunteerism and a willingness to take on leadership roles in your community. 

Professional networking groups are often focused on giving back and volunteerism. The Young Professionals of EFPBC, for example, plans several special events each year to raise awareness and funding for the students, teachers, and schools throughout Palm Beach County. 

Gone are the days when you can find your new bestie bonding over chemistry lab work. Whether you are in a new city or simply in a new phase of your professional life, joining a networking group can connect you with a whole new group of friends.