Connect with the community and fellow business advocates to share information, educate and network!
Our speaker for the August 1 event is Larry Yonker, President and CEO of Springs Rescue Mission. He will discuss the important work of the Springs Rescue Mission and the impact of their expansion in Colorado Springs.
Larry Yonker worked in the computer industry for 16 years and has a degree in marketing. He served as Executive Director of Development and Marketing for Compassion International for 10 years. He also consulted for World Vision, ECFA, AGRM, Compassion, Campus Crusade, World Relief, Food for the Hungry, and more than 100 Christian ministries during a 10-year period. He has served on multiple boards and is active in the Christian Management Association, where he serves as a chapter president, consultant, and conference advisor. Larry is on the Continuum of Care Board and the Downtown Partnership Board. He is as an elder at New Life Church, where he has been a member for 28 years.
Schedule:
11:30 to noon: Networking and lunch
Noon to 12:35 p.m.: Introductions and presentation
12:35 to 1 p.m.: Q&A and announcements
Cost: Free for Chamber & EDC members; $5 for non-members at the door. Support the venue by purchasing of a drink or lunch (optional).