WAVE YPN: Driving Community & Connections

Description

May's WAVE experience is equal parts connection, community, and just the right amount of competition.

Join WAVE Young Professionals Network for Driving Community & Connections—an interactive afternoon at Cragun’s Resort that blends networking, leadership insight, and a fun, low-pressure golf experience.

Your ticket includes more than just time on the course—it’s your opportunity to:

• Connect with fellow young professionals and community leaders
• Gain insight into the impact of the CRMC Championship
• Explore meaningful volunteer opportunities (with fees covered by CTC)
• Enjoy a beginner-friendly, team-based Par-3 scramble
• Experience golf in a way that’s approachable, social, and actually fun

Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or have never picked up a club, this event is designed for you.

This event is FREE for WAVE Members. Guests are $25.

Participants may also opt into a Par 3 Scramble for an additional $25 per person. This is a team-based golf format where groups are paired randomly to encourage networking, and players work together by selecting the best shot and playing from that spot until the hole is completed.

*Registration closes May 12 at 5:00 PM to provide time to organize the golf scramble.

Key Takeaways

✔ Discover how major events like the CRMC Championship drive local impact and economic growth
✔ Experience golf in an inclusive, beginner-friendly format
✔ Walk away with new relationships—and maybe a better golf swing
✔ Learn how volunteering can expand your network and leadership skills
✔ Build authentic connections with other WAVE members and community leaders

Schedule

3:00 – 3:20 PM // Welcome, Networking, Light Bites
3:20 – 3:50 PM // CRMC Championship Impact, Participation to Leadership, Real Stories and Opportunities
3:50 – 4:00 PM // Lowering Barriers to Golf 
4:00 – 5:00 PM // Par-3 Scramble

What's a Par 3 scramble?
This is a team-based golf game played on shorter holes. Everyone on the team hits a shot, the group chooses the best one, and all players hit from that spot. This continues until the ball is in the hole. 

What is WAVE Young Professionals Network?
WAVE YPN is a NEW networking and professional development program for individuals aged 18-39 in the Brainerd Lakes Area. This program is organized by the Brainerd Lakes Chamber and led by a team of young individuals representing a wide variety of industries across our community.

Thank You Sponsors!
WAVE is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors. Become a sponsor and view sponsor benefits on our website.