Stark Forum Luncheon

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Stark Stories: Why Five YPs are Choosing to #WorkPlayStay in Stark
Hear from top local talent in these business sectors:
CRAFT BREWING | NON-PROFIT | GOV | SKILLED TRADE | TECH | LAW
MEET our diverse panel of young professionals from different industries and career paths who are "doubling down" on Stark County by starting a business, running for office, recruiting other YPs to the region, and more. They're contradicting the notion that “everyone leaves the region to find a job.”
LEARN what drew them to Stark, where they’ve found successes (and challenges!), and how we can attract & retain even more top talent.
HEAR their unique perspectives on the changing demands of a younger workforce that values deep mission and purpose, and why they’re choosing to #WorkPlayStay in Stark!
Whether you’re an employer, a young professional, or work alongside a YP, you won’t want to miss this important conversation on our evolving workforce.
MEET OUR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
![]() John Bikis, Owner/Founder, Royal Docks Brewing Co |
![]() Angel Evans, Young Adult Specialist, OhioMeansJobs |
![]() Michael Wheeler, Chief Legal Officer, Patriot Software |
![]() Kevin Hall, Canton City Councilman; Electrician, Abbott Electric |
![]() Whitney Willets-Monroe, Associate Attorney, Black McCuskey |
![]() Moderated by: Stephanie Werren, Director, Leadership Stark County |
Cost: $30 per person and includes lunch