Events and Programs

HYP is always looking for new partnerships and opportunities to add to our evergrowing program list. If you have an idea please feel free to contact us and be a part of HYP!

UNWIND

The UNWIND is HYP’s staple event. Held on the second Thursday of each month, the UNWIND provides young professionals the opportunity to kick-back, relax and network in a social environment. UNWIND also offers community-oriented opportunities such as the ‘Power of One’ initiative which helps support Community Action House through donations. This event is a must for all professionals.

Lakeshore E2E

Lakeshore E2E (Entreprenuer to Entreprenuer) is a speaker series held at Lakeshore Advantage’s office in Zeeland. Each event features local entrepreneurs providing real-world insight into starting a business. Time is set aside before and after for attendees to network and view Lakeshore Advantage’s new business incubator / corporate offices.

Past presenters include:
G.W. Haworth, Haworth Inc.
Larry Kooiker, Agritek Industries
Mark Mason, Stone Plastics
Mike Lanser, Innotec Group
Fred Bauer, Gentex Corporation
Jay & Stephanie Frankhouse, Fuel-d

Social Events

Junk Food Scavenger Hunt, Leadership Holland Scholarship Fundraiser, Warm up to Winter, Octoberfest, Group sports, Relay for Life, Annual golf outing, Group outings

HYP Leadership Holland Scholarship

Leadership Holland is a year long program designed to identify potential leaders and develop within these individuals the knowledge, skills and vision necessary to enable them to actively participate in the enhancement of the quality of life in the greater Holland community. For one day a month you’ll join with fellow leaders-in training to learn in-depth and hands-on about vital aspects of the community. Each year HYP offers professionals between 21-35, that actively attend HYP events, a scholarship to participate in Leadership Holland.