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Your career is only part of the journey. The Manufacturing Young Professionals program creates opportunities to connect beyond the workplace by building relationships, exploring the community, and creating a stronger sense of place.

Connect

Build meaningful relationships with peers across Calhoun County’s manufacturing community.

Develop

Grow professionally through shared experiences, collaboration, and continued learning.

Discover

Create a stronger sense of place and connection to the community you call home.

FAQs

Why Join MFGYP?

Starting somewhere new can feel a bit overwhelming, even if you are beginning a chapter in a familiar place. MFGYP is a young talent initiative created to provide a strong sense of place through intentional learning and networking.

Who Can Be A Member?

Young professionals working directly in a manufacturing setting, ages 21-40, are encouraged to participate. Whether you are here for an internship or stepping into a new full-time role, this free program offers diverse opportunities.

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DON HOPPER

Don Hopper

Executive Director

Calhoun County Economic Development Council

dhopper@calhouncountyedc.org

Tel: (256) 237-3536

Fax: (256) 237-4338

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Lucas Gockel

Director of Research & Special Projects

Calhoun County Economic Development Council

lgockel@calhouncountyedc.org

Tel: (256) 237-3536

Fax: (256) 237-4338

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Mary Katherine Ginn

Administrative Specialist

Calhoun County Economic Development Council

mkginn@calhouncountyedc.org

Tel: (256) 237-3536

Fax: (256) 237-4338

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Laurel Harp

Business Development Coordinator 

Calhoun County Economic Development Council

lharp@calhouncountyedc.org

Tel: (256) 237-3536

Fax: (256) 237-4338

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