Rising Professionals: Networking That Turns Into Connections
At the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce, our Rising Professionals affinity group is more than just a networking club. It's a community where young professionals and emerging leaders build meaningful connections that can transform careers and personal lives. Through casual coffee chats, happy hours, and volunteer events, members gain access to mentorship, business opportunities, and community engagement in a supportive environment.
Real Connections Lead to Real Results
Hannah Foster, Vice Chair of Rising Professionals, knows firsthand the power of these Charlottesville networking events. After moving to the area from NYC, she attended her first Coffee Networking in July 2024 and met her realtor, Alex Tiscornia, who became both a trusted business contact and friend. A few months later, she met her mortgage lender, Stephanie Conteh of Guild Mortgage, at another Coffee Hour event. These connections helped Hannah close on her new home on her 33rd birthday, forming friendships and business relationships that extend well beyond the Chamber.
Dan Buckman, Chair of Rising Professionals, connected with Three Cheers Marketing at a Rising Professionals event, which became the marketing partner for his business, Buckman & Company. His story shows how these networking opportunities can lead to lasting professional partnerships that help local businesses grow.
Why Charlottesville Rising Professionals Works
Rising Professionals events are intentionally designed to foster authentic relationships in a casual, approachable setting. Whether you're a young professional starting out, navigating a career change, or looking to expand your local network in Charlottesville, these events make it easy to connect, collaborate, and grow professionally.
Members gain mentorship and guidance from peers and experienced leaders in the Chamber community, access to professional development workshops and exclusive networking opportunities. Most importantly, they build relationships that impact both their business and personal lives.
Join Charlottesville Rising Professionals Today
Whether you're looking to expand your professional network, make real connections, or gain insights into growing your career in Charlottesville, Rising Professionals offers opportunities that truly matter. The experiences of Hannah, Dan, and other members show that these connections aren't just about networking—they're about building relationships that last.
Ready to see how Rising Professionals can help you grow your network and your career?