CHAMBER VELOCITY YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

Why do you think Vermillion is a great place to be a young professional?

I have grown so much personally and professionally since moving to Vermillion eight years ago. The community has been so welcoming, creating my home away from home. There seem to be new connections and smiles waiting to happen around every turn.

What do you do professionally, and where can folks find you most of the time?

I am co-owner of ThirdsMedia, a marketing and hospitality group, and, as of August 19th, Cee Cee’s Cocktail Lounge. During the day, you will find me out and about in the community and mid-afternoon into the evening at Cee Cees. Stop and say hi! We have a full bar, mocktails, and food, and are constantly adding new items!

How did you first begin participating in Vermillion NEXT?

We co-hosted many events with Vermillion NEXT during my years as FOH manager at Dakota Brick House. Everyone is always friendly, outgoing, and inviting. Vermillion NEXT, like the community of Vermillion, has created a sense of belonging.

What do you think people should know about Vermillion NEXT?

Vermillion NEXT is an excellent opportunity to connect with like-minded and ambitious people. Becoming a part of the team allows for personal and professional growth through established networking and volunteer work within the community.

What do you hope to accomplish in the community?

As a young entrepreneur, I want to encourage young members of our community to reinvest in Vermillion. The development of Vermillion benefits both those who live in the community and future residents, including my friends, family, business, and, of course, myself.

The comfort of living in Vermillion is motivating. It has allowed me to build myself into the person I am today. Vermillion isn’t just a small community; it’s an endless opportunity.

Where do you see yourself in the next five years? Twenty?

In the next five to twenty years, I see myself continuing to do what I love—living in Vermillion, building upon current and creating new relationships, and expanding ThirdsMedia and Cee Cee’s. I want to raise a family here and develop the most of what I can from my surroundings while making Vermillion my home base. No matter how long you have lived in Vermillion, it is always a place to call home. I couldn’t imagine living anywhere other than Vermillion.