CYP CLUB Articles & Current News

Charity Spotlight: Homeless Families Foundation
Through the heat of election season, the economy and joblessness have been at the epicenter of debates. A chilling number of people continue to struggle with a lack of work... or even a roof over their heads.

Homelessness continues to be a serious problem across the nation and throughout our own community.

The CYP CLUB spoke with Susan Davis, development director of the Homeless Families Foundation. We asked her about the organization and how young professionals can make a genuine impact.

Apply today to be a part of our date auction/fashion show/talent show fundraiser!
WANTED: Talented, likeable and outgoing young professionals with noteworthy stage presence for participation as Bachelors, Bachelorettes, and Couples/Friends/Groups for the CYP CLUB's "A Date 2 Remember" charity event.

APPLY HERE

You will be representing the CYP CLUB while working your social networks and the stage as part of this 6th annual date experience auction and fashion show for charity. If you are interested, please complete the application today to participate in our largest philanthropic event of the year!

CHECK OUT LAST YEAR'S D2R HIGHLIGHTS VIDEO!

The Columbus Symphony Orchestra: A closer look with Maestro Jean-Marie Zeitouni
Written by Angela Less, CYP CLUB Intern

How did a Canadian wind up in Columbus, Ohio? A simple answer: guest conducting.

Jean-Marie Zeitouni was a guest conductor several times for the Columbus Symphony. He recounts his beginnings; "I got to know the city and the musicians this way. When the position of Music Director was offered to me, it was a pleasure for me to be able to work with these wonderful people in such a beautiful orchestra."

Although a Canadian native, Jean-Marie’s mother is from northern France and his father is from Alexandria – the second largest city in Egypt. Both are supporters of the arts as well as both of their sons' musical careers.

Experiencing Columbus: Tim's Top Six Ideas in October
Written by Tim Simeone, Visitor Services Specialist for Experience Columbus

It's October in Columbus and you might be thinking about shutting your windows, turning on your heat and hibernating until spring time. Maybe you have a tickle in your throat that's making you think you're getting sick.

Well, put on a sweater, grab a hot toddy, and get out on the town. October is filled with some wild and crazy nights as well as some casual intellectual events that will squash your "Winter is coming" blues and help you rally till the end of the year.

Romeo's Pizza wins People's Choice at Slice of Columbus
On Wednesday, September 19th, the Development Board of Nationwide Children's Hospital hosted the 23rd annual Slice of Columbus pizza tasting fundraiser at Columbus Commons and the CYP CLUB was proud to offer support as a community sponsor for the third consecutive year.

Nearly 300 of our members purchased special tickets to the event to enjoy delicious local pizzas and support a great local charity.

In addition, CYP CLUB member (and owner of Romeo's Pizza), Garry Hager, took home the People's Choice Award for the fourth year in a row. Congratulations to Garry and his entire team.

Charity Spotlight Round-up: Highball Halloween and HandsOn Central Ohio
Highball Halloween will be celebrating their 5th anniversary on Saturday, October 27, 2012 on High Street, directly outside the Convention Center (between Goodale St. in the Short North Arts District and Nationwide Blvd. in Arena District). Various shifts are available. Come volunteer at this fabulous event to give your time and support fashion, art, dance, and music! For more information about volunteer sign-up, email Ning highballvolunteers@gmail.com.

HandsOn Central Ohio is looking for volunteers to take pictures at several of their projects and events around Columbus. You do not have to be a professional photographer, but you will need to have a digital camera to upload the photos to HandsOn staff members.
If you want more information on the projects and activities in Columbus, contact Shellie Bensmanby.

Shadowbox Live: Backstage with Nikki Fagin
Written by Angela Less, CYP CLUB Intern

From Metaperformer to Director of Media Relations to the Head of Wait staff, Nikki Fagin, 31, currently serves in numerous roles for Shadowbox Live since she joined them in February of 2006.

A Biochemical Environmental Engineer father and RN mother gave birth to a performer. Growing up in Cincinnati, Nikki's family saw music as a hobby, but Nikki saw things differently. She studied classical voice at Wright State before leaving to have a child. Despite the hectic schedule inherent in childbearing, Nikki continued her pursuit of stage life.

Columbus Young Professionals Club Introduces "200Stories"
COLUMBUS, OH – The Columbus Young Professionals Club (CYP CLUB) is launching a search for stories about positive connections and experiences that CYP CLUB members, supporters, and friends have had during the city's bicentennial year. These stories will be a collection of favorite memories associated with the club's various social, professional, philanthropic, and athletic events.

The goal of "200Stories" will be to assemble a video of the best stories from area young professionals that will be presented during the club's year-end celebration event in December of 2012. A full list of 200Stories will also be featured on the CYP CLUB website (www.cypclub.com), the-soon-to-be-released Young Professionals' Guide to Central Ohio (2013 Edition), and in the CYP CLUB Annual Report.