Meet ystark! YP: Joey Stoffer
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Joey Stoffer |
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Occupation/Title/Place of work |
Business Development / Employers Health |
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Age |
30 |
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Why are you interested in Stark County’s Young Professionals initiative? |
It is very important to retain and attract talent to Stark County in order to improve our businesses and the community. |
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What would you share to encourage other people to join? |
The Stark County’s Young Professionals initiative is not only a way to help the local community but also a way to improve your career by networking with other successful individuals. |
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Did you grow up in Stark? If so, where? If not, where did you move from and why? |
Yes, Jackson Township (2nd - 8th grade) and Louisville (High School) |
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Why do you stay in Stark County, from both a personal and professional point of view? |
Family, Friends, Network, and High School Football |
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What do you like MOST about Stark County? |
The various school systems across Stark County. |
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What would you change about Stark County if you could? |
We just need to keep our recent momentum when it pertains to developing businesses and experiences to retain and attract talent. |
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What do you see as valuable opportunities for YPs in Stark County when it comes to career opportunities, cultural access, leadership or community involvement opportunities? |
Hall of Fame week and the future Hall of Village - Great opportunities to volunteer and potential career opportunities |
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What would attract more YPs to Stark County? |
Experience-driven attractions - Hall of Fame Village |
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What do you do in the evenings or on the weekends for fun in Stark County or NE Ohio? |
Visit local restaurants/bars/breweries/wineries and/or watch high school/youth football |
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Could you see yourself spending your lifetime in Stark County and if not, what would cause you to leave? |
Yes - Career (I currently develop relationships in locations outside of Ohio) |