The Florida Recreation and Park Association Young Professional Workgroup is committed to helping new and future professionals in the parks and recreation field reach their career goals by offering a variety of networking events and providing opportunities for continuing education, with a goal of growing future leaders in the organization and preparing tools for career advancement. Want to connect with other Young Professionals? Log into eConnect and search the membership database!
Upcoming Events
Hey Young Professional!
Watch this page for updates on events and gatherings for Young Professionals in the field of parks and recreation.
The FRPA Young Professionals Workgroup has identified mentorship as something they would like to prioritize. Creating and cultivating relationships with those further along in their careers help young professionals grow. FRPA PODS are intended to be a way to link these two groups for the outcome of connection, mentorship, fellowship, and guidance. Each POD will be a small group and will consist of one or two leader.
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Young Professionals Discussion Board on eConnect
Young Professionals Workgroup
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Christina Carmona, CPRP
Nature Conservation Coordinator, Doral Parks and Recreation
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Calleigh Ross
Recreation Program Supervisor, Largo Recreation, Parks and Arts
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Jacob Baker, CPRP, CPO
Recreation Manager, Ocala Recreation and Parks
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Ainsley Bright
Recreation Planning & Grants Coordinator, Martin Co Parks and Recreation
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Kai'Chien Chisholm
Park Manager II, Miami Parks and Recreation
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Nancy Johnson
Marketing Manager, Martin Co Parks and Recreation
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Jeffrey Lee
Recreation Coordinator, Port Orange Parks and Recreation
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Vernon Neeley II
Community Engagement and Special Events Coordinator, Deerfield Beach Parks and Recreation
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Yannis Rodriguez
Program Coordinator, North Port Parks and Recreation
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Brittany Schug
Childrens Program Manager, Largo Recreation, Parks and Arts
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Jamilah St Juste
Recreation Specialist III, Palm Beach Co Parks and Recreation
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Natalie Wilson
Special Events & Initiatives Coordinator, Winter Haven Parks, Recreation and Culture
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Terrell Griffin
Director, Haines City Parks and Recreation
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Robert Mattes, CPRE, CPSI
Director, Pinecrest Parks and Recreation
